Sports and Recreation Director Jobs in Illinois

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Athletic Director

  • Sandwich, IL
  • moments ago
  • Sandwich, IL
  • moments ago

Duties Job Description Qualifications Job Description Salary/Benefits Job Description How to Apply Application Link Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page Email Address ......

Sports Program Director

  • Chicago, IL
  • 8 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 8 hours ago

Lead, Inspire, and Elevate: Become Our Next Sports Program Director at the Irving Park YMCA! The Sports Program Director coordinates and supervises the day-to-day operation of the sports programs...

Athletic Director

  • Streator, IL
  • 10 hours ago
  • Streator, IL
  • 10 hours ago

Duties Arrange coaches for each sport in a timely manner. Schedule games and distribute copies of the schedule for each sport to the appropriate coach. Arrange for referees or umpires to officiate...

Associate Athletic Director for Communication

  • Chicago, IL
  • 11 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 11 hours ago

Posting Number: S25187P Posting Date: 02/18/2025 Closing Date: Title: Athletics Communications Associate Working Title: Associate Athletic Director for Communication Salary Range: $60,000 Employee...

General Manager

  • West Dundee, IL
  • 20 hours ago
  • West Dundee, IL
  • 20 hours ago

Canlan Sports is the largest private-sector owner and operator of recreational sports complexes in North America. The company's success in the sports and recreation industry is attributed to a...

Assistant General Manager IL-Glen Ellyn -60137 03-21-25

  • Glen Ellyn, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Glen Ellyn, IL
  • 1 day ago

Assistant General Manager Glen Ellyn Assistant General Manager FULL TIME GLEN ELLYN Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Bonus based on performance Company parties Competitive salary Employee...

Athletic Director - 2025/2026 School Year

  • Poplar Grove, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Poplar Grove, IL
  • 3 days ago

Position Type: Athletics/Activities Date Posted: 3/20/2025 Location: District Date Available: 07/01/2025 Closing Date: 04/10/2025   Additional Information: Show/Hide Description: Athletic...

Athletic Director

  • Pittsfield, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Pittsfield, IL
  • 4 days ago

Duties Position Summary: The District Athletic Director has oversight of the athletic programs for all High School and Jr. High sports. This includes working cooperatively with the district and...

Assistant Principal/Athletic Director

  • Rushville, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Rushville, IL
  • 5 days ago

Duties Manage the high school's athletic department and all duties associated with the AD role. Applicant must also enforce and apply all high school disciplinary procedures with students as the...

Athletic Director - Grades 7-12

  • Poplar Grove, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Poplar Grove, IL
  • 5 days ago

Duties Uphold and support the District's Vision, Mission, Beliefs, and Goals. Adhere to all applicable laws, district policies, and procedures. Maintain confidentiality and comply with district...

Athletic Director Assistant

  • Minooka, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Minooka, IL
  • 5 days ago

Position Type: Administration Date Posted: 3/20/2025 Location: Minooka Community High School District 111 District:   Minooka High School District 111    *Supports the Athletic...

District Athletic Director

  • Macon, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Macon, IL
  • 6 days ago

Duties To oversee and administer the athletic programs of the district placing emphasis on student success as it relates to character building, teamwork, sportsmanship, and self confidence. The...

Middle School Principal & Athletic Director

  • Mazon, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Mazon, IL
  • 7 days ago

Duties Demonstrate an understanding of explicit language instruction and best practices in literacy. Demonstrate an educational philosophy providing instructional leadership in developing an...

Sr. Mgr, Associate Creative Director, Sports

  • Champaign, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Champaign, IL
  • 7 days ago

The material job duties and responsibilities of this role include those listed above as well as adhering to Yahoo policies ; exercising sound judgment ; working effectively, safely and inclusively with...

Athletic Director - 25/26 SY

  • Algonquin, IL
  • 15 days ago
  • Algonquin, IL
  • 15 days ago

Position Type: Administration/ Assistant Principal Date Posted: 3/10/2025 Location: Hampshire High School    2025 -2026 School Year Full Time Duties and Responsibilities: Responsible for...

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Salary for Sports and Recreation Director Jobs in Illinois

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation Directors in Illinois offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
60.2%
Master's Degree
25.5%
Associate's Degree
5.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.1%
High School or GED
2.7%
Doctorate Degree
2.7%
Some College
0.6%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Sports and Recreation Directors in Illinois
4-6 years
24.4%
2-4 years
22.1%
10+ years
14.4%
8-10 years
13.0%
1-2 years
11.3%
6-8 years
8.7%
Less than 1 year
5.1%
None
1.1%



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