Recreation Director Jobs

Explore top-tier opportunities in the dynamic field of recreational services. As a Recreation Director, you will be responsible for planning, directing, and overseeing all recreation, fitness, and wellness programs. It is an all-encompassing profession that includes coordinating activities, scheduling events, ensuring safety protocols, and managing staff for organizations like parks and recreation departments.

The Path to Success

To pursue a career as a Recreation Director, a bachelor's degree in a related field such as event planning or recreation management is generally required. Success in this field typically requires excellent managerial, leadership, and communication skills.

Opportunities and Reimbursement

Recreation Director job positions are highly competitive and prestigious. By using Ladders, you can connect with top companies offering attractive benefits and compensation starting at $100000 or more.

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$85K - $105K *

Oversee, guide, and collaborate with a nursing team to enhance residents' wellness. As a clinical leader, you'll implement care plans, evaluate staff performance, and ensure quality living standards i...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in maximizing hotel revenue by implementing strategic pricing and distribution tactics. Collaborate across sales and marketing to exceed competitive benchmarks, ensuring effective mana...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$122K *

Shape the future of education as a Building-Based Educator supporting diverse students and enriching learning environments through collaboration, instructional support, and classroom coverage to foste...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$122K *

Shape the educational landscape as a Building-Based Educator, fostering collaboration and impactful learning for diverse students, while enhancing school culture and ensuring academic success for all...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$85K - $106K *

Transform public works maintenance operations by leading a dedicated team, prioritizing safety and quality while enhancing infrastructure services across streets, parks, and public facilities...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$85K - $106K *

Build and oversee maintenance operations for public infrastructure, ensuring safety, efficiency, and quality service delivery. Collaborate with staff and the community while leading a dedicated team i...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$81K - $83K *

Champion a proactive maintenance team to ensure property excellence through inspections, timely issue resolution, and a strong commitment to customer service, while fostering a positive work environme...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Take ownership of mechanical and electrical systems maintenance while managing engineering and security teams to ensure optimal hotel operation and safety standards. Drive preventative maintenance and...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$79K - $99K *

Unlock new opportunities in project management by leading diverse initiatives, collaborating with contractors and city departments, and ensuring compliance while delivering on-time and within budget...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing guest experiences by leading Front Office operations. Oversee Front Desk and Night Audit teams, develop talent, manage performance, and ensure exceptional ser...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$110K *

Elevate patient care by leading daily clinic operations and enhancing rehabilitation services while fostering teamwork and community relationships to ensure a superior experience for both patients and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K *

Shape the future of outpatient rehabilitation by overseeing clinic operations, enhancing patient care quality, and fostering a culture of excellence within a supportive healthcare team, while ensuring...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $115K *

Partner with us to coordinate and enhance quality improvement in healthcare, managing multidisciplinary teams and projects to ensure timely deliverables and effective communication with clients and pr...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K - $115K *

Partner with us to oversee clinical review activities, ensuring compliance and quality in NYSDOH AIDS Institute projects while leading a dedicated team and fostering effective communications...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's focused on operational excellence by leading the engineering department to ensure safety, efficiency, and sustainability across the facility while enhancing guest experiences and fo...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic leadership team to drive maintenance and operational excellence in a premier hotel. Lead the Engineering Department, ensuring safety, efficiency, and compliance while enhancing the gues...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing a vibrant student housing community, focusing on operations, team leadership, and financial performance. Embrace a customer-centric approach while ensuring compliance and e...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $98K *

Elevate property operations and leasing performance in a transformational role. Lead post-renovation strategies, enhance team development, and strengthen market positioning, creating a compelling resi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that empowers property management excellence across a diverse portfolio. As a senior leader, you'll drive community objectives, mentor teams, and oversee financial strategies for residenti...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading multifamily and industrial real estate projects. Manage development from concept to completion while ensuring financial viability and compliance. Collaborate with teams and...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Lead enterprise-wide projects by guiding teams through all phases from planning to execution. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop clear action plans and ensure timely delivery while shaping the f...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $85K *

Lead dynamic projects as a key liaison among clients, architects, and engineers, ensuring seamless communication and timely deliverables. Balance multiple priorities to achieve excellence in design an...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$130K - $155K *

Discover a pivotal leadership role where you will plan, organize, and manage operations, ensuring regulatory compliance and fostering team performance to enhance service delivery across multiple secto...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$110K *

Transform the senior living experience by providing strategic leadership, fostering community engagement, and ensuring operational excellence while achieving financial goals and enhancing resident sat...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Transform the senior living experience by leading a compassionate team, ensuring operational success, and fostering community engagement. You'll empower residents and staff alike, creating a vibrant...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What are the responsibilities of a Recreation Director?question toggle

    Recreation Directors are generally in charge of planning and coordinating wellness or fitness programs, managing staff, scheduling events, and ensuring safety standards. Their duties may vary depending on the size of the organization and the nature of its recreational activities.

  • How can I become a Recreation Director?question toggle

    Recreation Directors generally require a bachelor’s degree in fields like event planning, fitness or recreation management. Developing leadership, communication, and planning skills can also be beneficial.

  • What is the average salary for a Recreation Director?question toggle

    Although salaries can vary widely based on location and the size of the company, Ladders offers Recreation Director jobs that begin with compensation of $100000 or more.