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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$90K - $120K *

Oversee the maintenance and repair of all mechanical and electrical systems, ensuring compliance with safety standards and efficient operations while managing engineering staff and capital projects fo...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$81K - $130K *

Shape the future of cardiac sonography training by managing program delivery, enhancing curricula, and fostering clinical partnerships to ensure exceptional education and compliance in an innovative l...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $110K *

Shape the future of IT at a mission-driven organization as you lead and innovate technology solutions, enhance cybersecurity, and drive operational efficiency across multiple locations...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $140K *

Join a team that's committed to operational excellence by overseeing a diverse portfolio of multifamily properties. Inspire and mentor teams, drive financial performance, and enhance resident experien...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $85K *

Transform culinary experiences by developing innovative menus, ensuring quality standards, and leading a skilled team. Oversee kitchen operations while fostering an environment of excellence and impec...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$90K - $120K *

Drive operational excellence across multiple revenue-generating units, ensuring safety, quality, and client satisfaction while leading diverse teams towards financial goals and sustainable growth...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$155K - $175K *

Elevate operational excellence by leading a multi-unit district to achieve financial targets, enhance client relationships, and drive employee engagement. Utilize your expertise to optimize revenue gr...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$80K *

Transform your career by leading a dynamic Grants Office, driving innovation, and ensuring accountability. Navigate grant processes, engage stakeholders, and secure funding to elevate institutional pr...

3 days ago

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

$125K - $135K *

Lead multi-site facilities operations, driving financial success and operational excellence while managing a diverse portfolio. Cultivate strong client relationships and lead high-performing teams to...

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $120K *

Empower youth justice by supervising and training attorneys in case management and prosecution, ensuring compliance with legal standards, and addressing complex legal issues in a collaborative environ...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $110K *

Drive growth by identifying and advancing strategic real estate development and acquisition opportunities, managing project due diligence, and partnering with executive leadership to support informed...

1 week ago

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

$88K - $115K *

Drive success by overseeing permitting processes for Olympic venues and infrastructure, ensuring compliance with regulations while collaborating with diverse stakeholders to meet critical project mile...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $100K *

Lead the charge in nurturing a senior living community while overseeing operations, staff development, and resident care. Drive strategic initiatives and maintain regulatory compliance to enhance qual...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$84K - $138K *

Shape community growth by managing development processes, leading teams and engaging with stakeholders for effective planning and construction oversight. Drive customer service excellence in a dynamic...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $130K *

Drive project success through effective management of complex revitalization and technical initiatives across various departments, ensuring timely execution, budget adherence, and safety compliance wh...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$87K - $99K *

Champion sustainable therapy practices by overseeing a dedicated team, enhancing patient outcomes through collaboration and strategic program development, while ensuring compliance and high-quality ca...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $120K *

Drive operational excellence and financial performance in a luxury senior living community, leading a diverse team to ensure exceptional resident and family experiences through high-quality service an...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $120K *

Drive the creative vision and brand strategy for all initiatives, leading a team to deliver visually compelling communications across multiple platforms while ensuring alignment with marketing objecti...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$90K - $120K *

Deliver impactful learning solutions that enhance performance and culture across a multi-property hospitality portfolio. Lead training design and development, ensuring alignment with operational goals...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$145K - $155K *

Grow your career as you lead high-rise construction projects, ensuring safety, quality, and schedule compliance while collaborating with the project team and managing subcontractors for a transformati...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$110K *

Champion the effective management of wastewater treatment projects, ensuring compliance with regulations, training staff, and optimizing operations through detailed oversight and vendor coordination t...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $175K *

Transform infrastructure projects by supporting management teams and ensuring timely progress on high-impact renovations. Collaborate effectively to manage resources, costs, and communications, making...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $150K *

Manage facility maintenance projects by coordinating plans, schedules, and budgets. Collaborate with teams to execute tasks efficiently, ensuring safety compliance and project completion within deadli...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K *

Help us inspire a team as you oversee operations, sales, and resident care. Drive excellence in service and financial performance in a vibrant hospitality environment while fostering strong relationsh...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $95K *

Drive the delivery and quality of resident care through effective leadership, ensuring compliance and advocating for person-centered, evidence-based practices for maximum autonomy and independence in...

Reposted yesterday

  •   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.