Leisure Manager Salary in Des Moines, Iowa

How much does a Leisure Manager make in Des Moines, IA?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Leisure Manager in Des Moines, IA is $64,579. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $57,582 to $74,491, with most professionals earning between $51,211 and $83,516.

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What is a Leisure Manager?

The Leisure Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of leisure facilities and activities within a hotel, resort, or recreational facility. This includes managing the day-to-day operations of the leisure facilities, coordinating and scheduling activities and events, ensuring the safety and well-being of guests and staff, and maintaining high standards of customer service. The Leisure Manager is also responsible for developing and implementing leisure programs and initiatives to enhance the guest experience and drive revenue. Additionally, they may be involved in budgeting, marketing, and staff training and development. Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills are essential for this role.

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What does a Leisure Manager do?

Common responsibilities of a Leisure Manager

Create and manage budgets for leisure programs and facilities, including purchasing equipment and supplies.

September 13, 2023

Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and maintain a clean and safe leisure environment.

October 03, 2023

Promote leisure programs and activities through marketing and communication efforts.

October 06, 2023

Stay current on industry trends and best practices in leisure management to continually improve the guest experience.

October 12, 2023

Develop and maintain relationships with vendors and suppliers to secure the best deals on equipment and supplies.

October 17, 2023

Monitor and evaluate the success of leisure programs and activities, and make adjustments as needed.

November 10, 2023

Recruit, train, and supervise leisure staff to ensure high-quality customer service and program delivery.

November 15, 2023

Collaborate with other departments to coordinate leisure activities with overall resort or facility operations.

November 19, 2023

Manage and oversee the operation of leisure facilities such as swimming pools, fitness centers, and sports courts.

November 22, 2023

Develop and implement leisure programs and activities for guests and members.

November 29, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Leisure Manager in Des Moines, IA

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What is the average salary for Leisure Manager in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Leisure Manager in Des Moines, IA. The base salary for Leisure Manager ranges from $57,582 to $74,491 with the average base salary of $64,579. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $60,912 to $81,007 with the average total cash compensation of $68,930.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$64,579	$57,582 - $74,491
Bonus	$4,351	$3,330 - $6,516
Total Pay	$68,930	$60,912 - $81,007

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Leisure Manager Salary Near Des Moines, IA

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Des Moines, IA
CITY, STATE Ankeny, IA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $57,328 - $74,162	COMPARE TO Des Moines, IA
CITY, STATE Urbandale, IA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $57,328 - $74,162	COMPARE TO Des Moines, IA
CITY, STATE Ames, IA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $56,793 - $73,471	COMPARE TO Des Moines, IA
CITY, STATE Cedar Falls, IA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $53,519 - $69,236	COMPARE TO Des Moines, IA
CITY, STATE Waterloo, IA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $53,978 - $69,830	COMPARE TO Des Moines, IA
CITY, STATE Cedar Rapids, IA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $56,798 - $73,477	COMPARE TO Des Moines, IA

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About Des Moines, Iowa

Des Moines (/dɪˈmɔɪn/ (listen)) is the capital and the most populous city in the U.S. state of Iowa. It is also the county seat of Polk County. A small part of the city extends into Warren County. It was incorporated on September 22, 1851, as Fort Des Moines, which was shortened to "Des Moines" in 1857. It is on and named after the Des Moines River, which likely was adapted from the early French name, Rivière des Moines, meaning "River of the Monks". The city's population was 217,521 as of the 2017 population estimate. The five-county metropolitan area is ranked 89th in terms of population in ...

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