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.
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OPEN CAREER STAFF POSITIONS
Assistant Director, Aquatics & Safety - 63598
Responsible for the design, implementation, coordination, and the general supervision of the Recreation Department's safety training, risk management programming, and aquatics programs. Serves as the aquatics and safety expert for the department. Provides management, organization and leadership for the Aquatics Program including the Rec Cen aquatics complex and Campus Pool.
Operations Coordinator - 63544
Responsible for the daily overall management of all recreational facilities on campus. Directly responsible for the recruitment, evaluation, and supervision of Recreation Operations; student staff, supervision and training of the highest student leadership position, Recreation Supervisors. Makes frequent, autonomous procedure and policy judgment calls based on proficiency in risk management, customer service, and resource management.
Senior Facility Manager - 66959
Responsible for the general repair, maintenance, and upkeep of the facilities managed by the Recreation Department. Handles the purchasing of basic supplies and materials to maintain the facilities. Assists with the receiving of deliveries. Performs basic maintenance & repair, equipment set-up for classes and events, inspection of facilities, assists with field lining, vehicle maintenance, and other miscellaneous duties as assigned. Other duties assigned may also include various cleaning and maintenance tasks.
Assistant Director, Sport Programs - 67444
Responsible for the design, implementation, coordination, and the general supervision of the Recreation Department's Intramural, Sport Club (~28 teams) and Youth programs, which serve students, staff, faculty, and community members. Supervises the full time staff of Intramural Coordinator, Sport Club Coordinator, Youth Programs Coordinator, Strength & Conditioning Coach, and Head Athletic Trainer. Provides leadership though indirect supervision to approximately 475 part time student employees.
OPEN PART-TIME & TEMPORARY POSITIONS
Jr. Lifeguard Instructor (Summer Only)
Application Deadline: June 10, 2024
Contact: rick-vh@ucsb.edu
Supervises youth Jr. Lifeguard participants. Provides instruction for ocean safety, fitness & swimming activities, and competitions.
Lifeguard
Application Deadline: June 30, 2024
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)
Application Deadline: June 10, 2024
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
Application Deadline: June 30, 2024
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.
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.