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How much do remote sports management jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote sports management in Virginia is $50,219.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $39,700.00 and $54,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in remote sports management, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in remote sports management often encounter challenges such as coordinating with teams across different time zones, maintaining effective communication, and ensuring seamless event logistics from a distance. These can be addressed by leveraging collaboration tools, setting clear expectations for virtual meetings, and utilizing project management software to track progress. Building strong relationships with on-site staff and regularly checking in with stakeholders are also crucial for overcoming the physical separation inherent in remote work.

What is the difference between Remote Sports Management vs Remote Sports Marketing?

AspectRemote Sports ManagementRemote Sports Marketing
Required CredentialsSports management degree, certifications in sports administrationMarketing degree, certifications in digital marketing or sports marketing
Work EnvironmentTeam coordination, event planning, athlete managementBrand promotion, advertising campaigns, social media strategy
Employer & Industry UsageSports teams, leagues, athletic organizationsSports brands, marketing agencies, sponsorship firms

Remote Sports Management focuses on overseeing sports operations, athlete relations, and event logistics, while Remote Sports Marketing emphasizes promoting sports brands, managing campaigns, and engaging fans. Both roles require industry-specific knowledge but differ in daily tasks and skill sets.

What is remote sports management?

Remote sports management involves overseeing and coordinating sports teams, organizations, or events from a location outside of a traditional office or in-person setting. This role typically leverages digital tools and communication platforms to handle tasks such as scheduling, marketing, team coordination, and event planning. Remote sports managers may work with professional teams, amateur leagues, or sports-related businesses to ensure smooth operations. The position requires strong organizational, communication, and technical skills, as well as a good understanding of the sports industry.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in remote sports management?

To excel in Remote Sports Management, you need a solid background in sports administration, business management, or a related field, often supported by a relevant degree. Familiarity with digital collaboration tools, sports management software, and data analytics platforms is essential. Strong communication, organizational skills, and the ability to motivate and lead teams remotely set top professionals apart. These skills ensure effective coordination, strategic decision-making, and successful execution of sports programs from a distance.
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Infographic showing various Remote Sports Management job openings in Virginia as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $50,219 per year, or $24.1 per hour.

Supervisory Recreation Specialist (Sports Coordinator)

Commander, Navy Installations Command

Virginia Beach, VA • On-site, Remote

$33 - $34/hr

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago


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Job description

Summary
This position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Fitness, Sports, and Deployed Forces Support Branch; Fleet Readiness; Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC); Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek - Fort Story. Incumbent serves as a Program Manager in the Branch and assists with the oversight of one or a combination of one of the following programs at the installation: Sports.
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Sports (includes but not limited to):
* Assists in planning and implementing a comprehensive, sports program, for active and retired military, authorized civilians, contractors, and dependents. Program includes self-directed recreational sports, and intramural and/or extramural recreational sports.
* Inspects and maintains multiple indoor and outdoor athletic facilities, equipment, and supplies used for athletic activities, events and programs.
* Plans, organizes and conducts sports specific conditioning sessions, clinics, or seminars to train patrons.
* Ensures the installation's recreational sports program is diverse and inclusive, in an effort to accommodate various patrons and levels of competition. * Develops and revises program events, tournaments and leagues to provide an inclusive program.
* Creates an environment that educates and promotes sportsmanship and participation in recreational activities, in addition to providing a program in which risks are minimized.
* Develops and revises intramural sports rules to ensure they remain current with new governing body rules, rule applications and officiating mechanics.
* Officiates or keeps score for offered athletic programs.
* Makes and/or coordinates repairs of athletic equipment.
* Serves as the subject matter expert on recreational sports for the installation.
Supervisory duties comprise 25% of incumbent's time and include but are not limited to:
* Directs work to be accomplished by staff.
* Assigns work based on priorities, difficulty and requirements of assignments, and staff capabilities.
* Conducts annual performance reviews of staff.
* Participates in section staffing decisions.
* Ensures staff receives proper training to fulfill requirements of their positions.
* Addresses potential disciplinary and/or performance issues timely and takes appropriate, corrective action(s) as necessary.
* Supports CNIC's Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policy; fosters a work environment free of discrimination, harassment, and/or reprisal; ensures all subordinate staff understand and adhere to the policy; and ensures treatment of all staff is fair and equitable.
* Directly supervises assigned staff.
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Conditions of employment
  • Must pass all applicable records and background check.
  • Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
  • Must possess and maintain CPR, First aid and AED certification
  • Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a valid state driver's license.
  • Must possess or be able to obtain the following within 90 days of hire: Blood-borne Pathogen Certificate and Navy Basic Fitness Certification (if working in fitness facility)
  • May work with hazardous materials (e.g., cleaning agents, gas, etc.)
  • Incumbent is subject to work an uncommon tour of duty to meet program requirements including nights, weekends and holidays.
  • Occasional travel of less than 10% may be required.
  • Starting May 7, 2025, non-affiliated individuals requesting access will need a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or another acceptable form of identification to access CNRMA Installations. (review required documents section for more information.)
  • Must be able to lift objects up to 45 pounds

Qualifications
Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs.A qualified candidate must possess:
  • Knowledge that enables the employee to competently and independently carry out fitness, aquatics, and/or sports programs through the proper application of principles, concepts and techniques of recreation to specific needs of the community to be served.
  • Knowledge of Department of Defense (DoD), Department of the Navy (DON) and CNIC policies and procedures governing the recreational activity certifications.
  • Knowledge of both, NAF, and appropriated fund (APF) funding, government procurement procedures, cash handling procedures, fiscal, personnel, material and cash management.
  • Knowledge of various specialty equipment, both resale and fixed assets to ensure quality material exists to enhance programs.
  • Knowledge of the roles of the lifeguards during a coordinated rescue scene for the safety of the rescuers and the victim. (Aquatics Program Manager Only)
  • Knowledge of the beach environment (e.g., marine life, beach and water hazard) is required for waterfront lifeguard positions. (Aquatics Program Manager Only)
  • Knowledge of and ability to conduct pool chemical testing and adjust chemical imbalances and document the results. (Aquatics Program Manager Only)
  • Skill in planning and executing a comprehensive fitness, aquatics, and/or sports program that includes a variety of fitness and/or aquatics activities and/or individual and team sports which meets the needs of the participating community.
  • Skill in effectively organizing and utilizing available community resources.
  • Skill in the use of Microsoft Office Programs (e.g., Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook) and other operating systems used in the program area.
  • Ability to analyze and prepare clear, concise, and technically sound reports related to work within the Branch.
  • Ability to perform the full range of supervisory duties.
  • Ability to develop and effectively deliver presentations and/or training.
  • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Education
The Sports Program Manager is a supervisory position responsible for development and oversight of sports programming. While elements (a) through (c) are preferred, a combination of two of these elements may sufficiently qualify an individual to perform their duties as program director:
a) a four-year degree in sports administration or a related field
b) professional certification from a sport's governing body
c) at least three years of experience in the industry.
Incumbent must possess or be able to obtain the following within 90 days of hire:
  • CPR, First Aid, and AED certification

Additional information
Salary is dependent on experience and/or education.
Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order, all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment. Commander, Navy Installations Command is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace. The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated, and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service.
Some positions have special requirements. Selection may be tentative pending the completion of these requirements. Applicants may be required to submit proof of education, participate in medical screening, drug testing, etc. All selections are contingent upon satisfactory employment reference checks. Employment is subject to successful National Agency Background Check. Occupants of this position must maintain the privacy of official work information and data and demonstrate the highest level of ethical conduct.
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order, all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment. Commander, Navy Installations Command is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace. The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated, and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service.
Non-U.S. citizens with fewer than three years of recent residential history in the U.S. may be determined ineligible for employment.
In accordance with the Real ID Act of 2005, if a candidate or new hire requires access to a military installation and does not have a REAL ID, identity will need to be established. Identity is established by presenting either one (1) Acceptable Credential or by presenting an acceptable combination of Source Identify Documents. Acceptable Credentials are listed in List A and Acceptable Source Identity Documents are listed in Lists B and C in the link below (page 3). If using an Acceptable Credential, only one (1) from List A is required and if using Acceptable Source Identity Documents, one (1) from List B and one (1) from List C is required. https://www.oni.navy.mil/Portals/12/Vistors/Base%20Access%20Form.pdf?ver=2017-08-28-065204-693
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