The UCSB Department of Recreation provides programs, services, and facilities for students, staff, faculty, and community members which promote an active, balanced lifestyle that contributes to the development of social, emotional, and physical health essential to long-term wellbeing.
Career Staff contribute to building an enriching, fun, and inclusive environment at the Department of Recreation. It is not uncommon for our career staff to stay with the department for decades. Working at UC Santa Barbara as Career Staff means being part of a vibrant institution and comes with extensive benefits. Learn more about the benefits of working at UCSB.
Some part-time or temporary positions are also open to the community.
We accept proposals for new Gaucho R.E.C. (Recreation and Exercise Classes) at all times, email your proposal to gauchorec@recreation.ucsb.edu
OPEN CAREER STAFF POSITIONS
View open Career Staff positions and apply online at jobs.ucsb.edu.
OPEN PART-TIME & TEMPORARY POSITIONS
Summer Day Camp Counselor (Youth Programs Assistant)
Contact: camps@recreation.ucsb.edu
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The Youth Programs Staff represent the Department of Recreation and all Youth Programs to Recreation staff, parents, participants, and the community. Youth Programs staff members are responsible for the general safety, development, and engagement of youth within our programs, ranging from ages 5-14 years old. These programs include, but are not limited to UCSB Spring Day Camp and UCSB Summer Day Camp. It is important to understand the high responsibility of this role due to our program’s long standing history and the trust the surrounding community puts into the programs we provide for their children. We are looking for people who are energetic, enthusiastic, and love working with children.
Get Up GAUCHOS! Fitness Instructor
Contact: cmburl@ucsb.edu
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The Department of Recreation at UCSB is seeking motivated fitness professionals in the Santa Barbara area who are passionate about fitness and eager to share their skills with our campus community. We are looking for experienced fitness instructors from various backgrounds to teach a variety of fitness class formats. Ideal candidates will excel in delivering high-energy, motivating, pre-programmed classes suitable for all fitness levels. Selected applicants will be invited for an interview and asked to demonstrate a fitness class for evaluation by our team.
To apply, please email Christine Burleson at cmburl@ucsb.edu with your teaching resume and a cover letter explaining why you believe you and your experience would be a good fit for our program.
Jr. Lifeguard Instructor (Summer Only)
Contact: rick-vh@ucsb.edu
Supervises youth Jr. Lifeguard participants. Provides instruction for ocean safety, fitness & swimming activities, and competitions.
Lifeguard
Contact: rick-vh@ucsb.edu
Responsible for the general supervision and safety of pool patrons by preventing and responding to emergencies. Participates in ongoing paid safety training.
Beach 'n Surf Camp Instructor (Summer Only)
Contact: rick-vh@ucsb.edu
Supervises youth Beach 'n Surf Camp at the beach and in the ocean. Provides basic instruction for ocean safety, marine ecology, surfing, kayaking, boogie boarding, and various beach activities.
Swim Instructor
Contact: rick-vh@ucsb.edu
Teach youth and adult swim lessons, attend trainings, and assess student skill level so they can progress to the next appropriate skill level.