Recreation Programs Manager

About the role

The CSUDH Health & Well-Being cluster offers a variety of resources to support student success. The Recreation Programs Manager coordinates intramural sports, special events, outdoor adventures, summer youth/camp programming, and equipment rentals and retail operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and coordinate intramural leagues, tournaments, and special events.
• Oversee daily operations of intramural activities, including facility setup, risk management procedures, emergency response, and conflict resolution.
• Utilize software for scheduling, standings, communication, and participant registration.
• Evaluate program offerings to support alignment with industry trends, student interests, and developmental outcomes.
• Manage operational goals, risk management practices, and programming for the Outdoor Adventure area.
• Manage equipment inventory and coordinate purchasing for intramurals, camps, and outdoor adventures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and 4 or more years of relevant work experience in community recreation environment (or equivalent).
• Demonstrated leadership or supervision experience.

Qualifications

• Strong written and oral communication and skills.
• Ability to work as part of and lead a team that collaborates effectively with colleagues.
• Knowledge of standard practices in recreational sports.
• Knowledge of standard practices in outdoor recreation.
• Knowledge of standard practices in youth programming and/or youth camps.
• Analytical skills to identify problems; assess alternatives; and render consistent, logical decisions.

Skills

• Preferred instructional/operational certifications: Leave No Trace (LNT) Certificate, Wilderness First Responder or Advanced Wilderness First Responder.
• Preferred experience in officiating sports.
• Preferred knowledge in Recreation Management Software "Fusion" and “Connect2”.
• CPR/AED/First Aid Certification (or willing to obtain).

Benefits

California State University Dominguez Hills offers a competitive total compensation benefits package for employees and qualifying dependents, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and tuition assistance.