Center Manager Jobs in Connecticut
Center Manager jobs in Connecticut are in steady demand, with consistent openings across healthcare systems, childcare networks, community service organizations, and fitness and wellness centers throughout the state. Hartford, Bridgeport, and New Haven are the busiest hiring metros, anchored by employers like Yale New Haven Health, Hartford HealthCare, and the YMCA of Greater Hartford, all of which maintain ongoing center manager needs at both site-level and multi-site roles. Childcare center management, behavioral health program oversight, and fitness facility leadership are among the most sought-after specialties in Connecticut listings. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Our Assistant Manager (ACSM) is responsible for leading our front of house team on creating an exceptional guest experience and ensuring all EWC Growth core values are consistently applied. As a member of the center leadership team, you will partner with the Center Sales Director to drive KPI's + sales through guest acquisition, retention, retail product sales, and team development. This is a full time, hourly position.
Responsibilities:
- Helps with personnel management, which includes training, scheduling, and coaching associates
- Schedules shifts and helps facilitate weekly or monthly Strut or one on one meetings
- Reviews daily employee timesheets and submits for payroll processing
- Monitors, evaluates, and helps maximize customer service delivery and customer satisfaction
- Administer check-ins and check-outs as required.
- Process guest payments, refunds, and appointment requests as required.
- Organize the Reservation Book based on Guest requests and Associate availability
- Responsible for educating all guests on benefits and savings of Wax Passes and consistency with waxing which will result in package sales.
- Helps develop and implement the store marketing program
- Assists with inventory (retail and COGS) and reviews all inventory counts on a weekly and monthly basis.
- Helps oversee Center maintenance, including cleanliness, safety, and organization
- Onboards and trains all new Guest Service Associates
- Co-Leads Strut sessions with Center Manager
- Responsible for weekly bank deposits and reconciliation of cash received
- Ensure all areas of the Center, including storage room and desk are neat, clean and organized
- Performs other duties as assigned
Requirements
- 2+ years of management experience, preferably in a retail environment; Key Holders strongly encouraged to apply
- Knowledge of POS systems
- Knowledge of Computerized Scheduling Systems
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including written communication
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to operate machinery such as a copy or fax machine
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift 15 pounds at a time
Benefits
- $19-$21 per hour (determined based on experience) + up to $6k in annual commission based on monthly sales targets + additional commission collected on wax passes sold
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- 401k Plan
- Life Insurance policy
- Paid parental leave
- 50% off retail products
- Complimentary waxing services at any of our centers!
EWC Growth participates in E-Verify. All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of the E-Verify process.
Our Assistant Manager (ACSM) is responsible for leading our front of house team on creating an exceptional guest experience and ensuring all EWC Growth core values are consistently applied. As a member of the center leadership team, you will partner with the Center Sales Director to drive KPI's + sales through guest acquisition, retention, retail product sales, and team development. This is a full time, hourly position.
Responsibilities:
- Helps with personnel management, which includes training, scheduling, and coaching associates
- Schedules shifts and helps facilitate weekly or monthly Strut or one on one meetings
- Reviews daily employee timesheets and submits for payroll processing
- Monitors, evaluates, and helps maximize customer service delivery and customer satisfaction
- Administer check-ins and check-outs as required.
- Process guest payments, refunds, and appointment requests as required.
- Organize the Reservation Book based on Guest requests and Associate availability
- Responsible for educating all guests on benefits and savings of Wax Passes and consistency with waxing which will result in package sales.
- Helps develop and implement the store marketing program
- Assists with inventory (retail and COGS) and reviews all inventory counts on a weekly and monthly basis.
- Helps oversee Center maintenance, including cleanliness, safety, and organization
- Onboards and trains all new Guest Service Associates
- Co-Leads Strut sessions with Center Manager
- Responsible for weekly bank deposits and reconciliation of cash received
- Ensure all areas of the Center, including storage room and desk are neat, clean and organized
- Performs other duties as assigned
Requirements
- 2+ years of management experience, preferably in a retail environment; Key Holders strongly encouraged to apply
- Knowledge of POS systems
- Knowledge of Computerized Scheduling Systems
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including written communication
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to operate machinery such as a copy or fax machine
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift 15 pounds at a time
Benefits
- $19-$21 per hour (determined based on experience) + up to $6k in annual commission based on monthly sales targets + additional commission collected on wax passes sold
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- 401k Plan
- Life Insurance policy
- Paid parental leave
- 50% off retail products
- Complimentary waxing services at any of our centers!
EWC Growth participates in E-Verify. All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of the E-Verify process.
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- Insurance
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What Connecticut Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in center manager jobs across Connecticut.
- Active Connecticut state license or credential required for regulated center types such as childcare
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, healthcare management, human services, or a related field
- Demonstrated experience supervising staff and managing daily operations in a center environment
- Familiarity with Connecticut state regulations governing the specific center type being managed
- Proven ability to manage budgets, monitor expenses, and report to organizational leadership
- Strong communication and community engagement skills suited to Connecticut's diverse service populations
Center Manager Jobs in Connecticut: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a center manager in Connecticut?
The path depends on the center type you want to manage. Childcare center directors in Connecticut must hold or qualify for a Director Credential issued through the Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, which requires a combination of education and verified experience in early childhood settings. Healthcare and behavioral health center managers typically need a relevant bachelor's degree and department-specific experience. Fitness or community center roles generally require operations experience and sometimes a recognized management certification rather than a state license.
Which companies hire center managers in Connecticut?
Employers hiring center managers in Connecticut right now include Hartford HealthCare, Mathnasium, and GT Independence, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Connecticut's concentration of hospital systems, nonprofit service organizations, and regional childcare chains means center manager openings are distributed across both large institutions and smaller community-based operators throughout the state.
Which Connecticut cities have the most center manager jobs?
Stamford, New Haven, and Southington have the most center manager openings in Connecticut. Hartford leads because it is the state's administrative and healthcare hub, home to major health systems and nonprofit headquarters, while New Haven's density of medical institutions and Bridgeport's large community service sector each generate consistent demand for site-level and program management roles.
Are there remote center manager jobs in Connecticut?
Yes, but they're rare. Center manager roles are fundamentally site-based, requiring on-the-ground supervision of staff, facilities, and clients. About 33% of center manager openings tied to Connecticut are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those tend to be regional or multi-site oversight positions where administrative responsibilities can be handled off-site while direct facility management is delegated to on-site leads.
How can I get hired as a center manager in Connecticut with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into a coordinator or assistant director role first and building toward full center management from there. Connecticut childcare chains and YMCAs regularly hire program coordinators and site assistants who can advance internally. Large health systems like Hartford HealthCare post administrative coordinator and patient services lead roles that function as pipeline positions. Earning the Connecticut Office of Early Childhood Director Credential, even before your first director posting, signals readiness and gives your application a clear edge in childcare and community center hiring.
Where can I find and apply to center manager jobs in Connecticut?
You can find and apply to center manager jobs in Connecticut on Migrate Mate, which lists current Connecticut openings updated in real time. Search the listings, identify the roles that match your background and preferred location, and apply directly through each posting.
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