Sports & Recreation Manager

JCC Greater Boston

Sports & Recreation Manager developing and managing high-quality sports programs at JCC Greater Boston. Leading strategic direction and driving revenue growth while ensuring member satisfaction.

Posted 4/22/2026part-timeNewton Centre • Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $42,000 - $45,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the charge in shaping dynamic sports programs and recreation experiences that bring people together.
Develop and manage high‑quality sports programs and activities at JCCGB.
Drive program revenue growth, safety, member satisfaction, and retention through strong sports programming and facility operations.
Provide strategic and supervisory leadership of our Sports and Recreation programs including, but not limited to, Pickleball, tennis, basketball and table tennis.
Own and manage the strategic direction of these programs – identifying the best offerings, adjusting the portfolio of programs as warranted, determining and setting appropriate pricing, and understanding new developments in these areas.
Manage to the respective budgets of these programs.
Proactively works with the managers or instructors of these programs to drive revenue growth and positive net asset impact.
Search for new offerings, and identifies new options through research, analytics and forecasting.
Implement promotional and retention strategies for all sports programs.
Ensure member satisfaction and policy adherence, and manage Sports-related member complaints and issues.
Promote and market Sports programs, both directly and through collaboration with Marketing.
Collaborate and contribute to ad hoc projects and events, including but not limited to, open houses, member appreciation events, and family fun days.
Perform administrative functions and coordination necessary to support H&W Sports & Rec programming, and Sports Facilities operations.
Communicate schedule information, including changes internally with Health & Wellness and with other JCC stakeholders.
Update website schedules and ReSched bookings.
Analyze internal (membership) and external (community) markets to identify trends and opportunities.
Conduct supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Sports Management, Physical Education, or Recreation Management or related field, preferred.
2+ years management experience in coordinating sports and/or leagues, preferred.
CPR certification required, or willing to become certified once hired.
Strong leadership and organizational skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Comfort with Microsoft Office. Ability to successfully learn and use JCC-specific programs like SalesForce and UPACE and others as needed.
Knowledge of industry standards and best practices in Sports & Recreation
Experience with budget management and program evaluation
Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and build positive relationships with members and program participants.
Passion for health, fitness, and wellness
Able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 40 pounds (boxes of supplies, fitness equipment, etc.).
Availability to manage occasional events during weekend and evening hours is also required.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive cost-sharing Health and Dental Insurance
JCC Sponsored/Paid Health Reimbursement Account
JCC Sponsored/Paid Group Life Insurance/LTD Coverage
Generous paid time off supporting a quality work-life balance
Tax-deferred 403(b) retirement savings plan
Voluntary Supplemental Vision Insurance
Additional Voluntary Supplemental Life/ADD coverage for you and your family
AbilityAssist Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Norton Cyber Security Program
LegalEase Insurance program
Use of the Fitness Center at Leventhal-Sidman
Access to group fit classes, Arts & Culture adult programming at member rates
Discounts on a variety JCCGB's fitness/wellness programs and services
Free wellness events!
Discounted child care at JCCGB Early Learning Centers and after-school program
Discounted JCCGB camp tuition

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Hard Skills & Tools

budget managementprogram evaluationsports programmingfacility operationsprogram developmentrevenue growth strategiespromotional strategiesanalyticsforecastingmember satisfaction

Soft Skills

leadershiporganizational skillscommunication skillsinterpersonal skillscollaborationrelationship buildingproblem-solvingstrategic thinkingadaptabilitycustomer service

Certifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Sports ManagementCPR certification