Recreation
Sample Jobs – Industry Overview – Job Profiles
Select one of the Sample Jobs and review the qualifications and responsibilities of sport business professionals in Recreation.
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Base Manager - Penobscot Outdoor Center
Penobscot Outdoor Center (POC) is a whitewater rafting base owned by two of Maines premier outdoor adventure outfitters.
Base Manager is a full-time position. The POC base manager oversees all functions of outdoor center including but not limited
to campground, counter service restaurant, bar, base activities, routine maintenance, staff, front desk operations, retail, and
coordination between two rafting companies assisting the facilitation of daily whitewater rafting trips. Located in Northeast USA
- MA VT ME NH CT RI. Qualifications may vary however experience and knowledge of recreation management is a bonus.
Looking for a person that can handle numerous tasks at once with positive leadership qualities. Salary and Benefits are DOE.
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Field/Tour Operations Manager - Trek & Trail
Trek & Trail is an adventure travel company / outfitter based in the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore at Bayfield Wisconsin.
We offer sea kayaking in the Apostles as well as adventures in the UK, Mexico, Alaska, Patagonia and Asia. Full-time
position. Coordinate, schedule and oversee all aspects of operation including: Equipment maintenance, guide scheduling,
shuttles, vehicle maintenance, and procurement of new equipment. Located in North Central USA - OH IN IL MI WI MN. 2
years experience with outfitting and adventure programs. Must be detail oriented and able to deal with dynamic work loads and multiple tasks at one time. Computer skills: Windows 95-98 MS Office. Salary of $1500-2000/month.
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Senior Vice President for Marketing/Sales - Wellington Leisure Products, Inc.
Wellington Leisure Products, Inc., a Madison, GA based manufacturer has an immediate opening for a Senior Vice President
for Marketing/Sales. The individual reporting to the Executive VP Sales/Mkt. will direct revenue responsibility in excess of $70
million dollars in sales involving retail rope and cordage, marine products and other outdoor sporting goods. The ideal candidate
will be a skilled strategic market planner, an accomplished sales manager and a practical producer with the ability to close.
The candidate will also have a BS/MBA in Business or Marketing with 15 to 20 years of practical experience in a background
selling to mass merchants, hardware trade and other related distribution channels. Management of direct sales, sales reps and
distributors is essential. Located in the attractive Madision, GA, we offer the advantage of small town living on the outskirts of
metropolitan Atlanta. If you possess the above qualifications, please respond with cover letter, resume, and salary history.
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Camp Instructors - The City of Alexandria
The City of Alexandria, VA, Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities, Centers, Playgrounds & Youth Sports
Division is seeking temporary employees to work as Recreation Leaders and specialty area Instructors (i.e. music, dance,
drama, art, etc.) in after school youth recreation programs conducted at Recreation Centers throughout the City. Applicants
must be available to work 2 to 5 afternoons per week. Monday-Friday, between the hours of 2:00 and 6:00 PM. For more information...
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Director of Intramurals/Recreational Sports - Lamar University
Lamar University is seeking an energetic, highly motivated leader to head its Recreational Sports Department. Lamar University
is one of eight institutions in the Texas State University System, an accredited, four year state supported university with an
enrollment of 8,000 plus students. The campus, located in Beaumont, Texas is 90 miles from the metropolitan area of Houston
and approximately 40 miles from the Galveston Bay. Responsibilities for program operations and facility management include:
fitness center, golf driving range, racquetball courts, aquatic facilities, tennis center, aerobics program, intramural program,
track and gym. The director is under the supervision of the Vice President for Student Affairs. Qualifications: We are seeking
candidates whose academic excellence, professional qualities, and experiences assure leadership in all areas of Recreational
Sports. The successful candidate must have: An earned bachelor's degree in Kinesiology, Health, Recreation or related field.
Successful administrative experience in budget management, program development, facility management, organizational design, and risk management for at least two years in Recreational Sports. Excellent computer skills, Effective
communications, interpersonal, and problem solving skills. The preferred candidate must have: An earned master's degree in
Business, Recreation, Health, kinesiology, or related field. Ability to articulate and implement a vision for future changes in
Recreational Sports programs. Ability and enthusiasm to build community participation, among diverse student groups,
academic departments, and staff (students, staff, and faculty in various programs). Evidence of ability to provide leadership in
developing and achieving strategic goals and objectives. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications. Range begins at $36,000.
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Activities Instructor - Youth Sports Town of Danville
Youth Sports Town of Danville 15-20 hrs/wk $14/hr. Under direction of Sports Coordinator, plan and organize youth basketball
and T-ball leagues. Requires outstanding organizational and presentation skills; knowledge of league scheduling & team development a must. Flexible hours, some weekends. & nights.
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Adventure Activity Director - City Kids Wilderness Project
The City Kids Wilderness Project is a nonprofit outdoor adventure program for economically disadvantaged Washington, DC
children, aged 10-15. We collaborate with inner-city youth agencies to select eager, enthusiastic, and responsible children.
Each session, campers and staff canoe, trail ride, raft, backpack, swim, and visit Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks.
Our mission is to inspire young people to see beyond their current circumstances. Through the challenges of outdoor adventure
activities, our campers experience significant personal growth. Full-time, Seasonal. All staff participate in and assist with the
implementation of a set camping and trip program. Counselors are responsible for a cabin with four campers. The primary
responsibilities are to develop a positive, proactive relationship with campers, to act as a role model, to facilitate team and
personal growth, and to ensure health and safety. In addition to the activities, counselors spend time with campers developing
goals, creating journals, problem solving, and debriefing activities. The staff work as a team directly with the camp director.
Responsibilities are shared in accordance with each counselors skills and abilities. Staff have partial and full days off during
sessions and three days off between sessions. Located in the Rocky Mountains USA - CO UT WY MT ID. Experience working
with children (urban youth) in outdoor settings, trip leading preferred. General to advanced knowledge and abilities in several or
all of the following activities: canoeing, swimming, backpacking, kayaking, rock climbing, outdoor education, group dynamics,
experiential education, games and initiatives, orienteering, and outdoor living. Personal attributes such as patience, initiative,
enthusiasm, proactive communication style, flexibility, and energy a must. Other: 21 or older (preferred), valid/safe drivers
license, first aid certification (ARC, WFA, WRF, CPR). Also desire small craft and life guard certifications.
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