Job Description

Department Summary


UCLA Recreation is a large department within the Division of Campus Life in Student Affairs with approximately 90 full-time career and contract and over 1,000 part-time employees. UCLA Recreation provides extensive access to a broad range of recreational activities and wellbeing services, and offers programming which encompasses the competitive, passive, social, cultural, and instructional aspects of recreational activity. In addition, the department manages 15 of the University's recreational and athletic facilities offering recreation, competition, and numerous multi-use options for student and university events.

Position Summary

The Program Director, Competitive Sports, is responsible for managing and coordinating program operations for UCLA Recreation. Responsibilities include the development and management of a comprehensive program of over 50 club sports, more than 30 intramural activities for students, faculty and staff and a multi-dimensional program in instruction. The Program Director, Competitive Sports supervises full-time coordinators for intramural and club sports, as well as instructional programs. Under the general supervision of the Associate Director, work is initiated and carried out independently, following UC and departmental policies and procedures, as well as federal and state employment law. Ability to work independently, monitor work and set schedules to ensure that deadlines are met and customers are served. Performance is formally reviewed annually. Supervises and reviews performance of subordinates.

Salary & Compensation


*UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in sports management and administration. (Required)
• Demonstrated experience in the areas of program supervision, policy development and leadership training. (Required)
• Skill in budget management including development, initiating transactions, interpreting budget statements and reports. (Required)
• Skill to select and order sports equipment, uniforms and specific recreation gear and apparatus. Ability to work with vendors and university offices in procuring said items. (Required)
• Detailed knowledge of field and facility preparation to meet program and safety standards. (Required)
• Skill in evaluating programs and student personnel, being able to make recommendations relative to programmatic objectives and student needs and interests. (Required)
• Detailed knowledge of facility coordination and scheduling procedures to provide for the conduct of tournaments and special events. (Required)
• Proven ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. (Required)
• Skill in computer use and software applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc. (Required)
• Ability to enforce university and URA policies and procedures and take necessary action when misconduct occurs. Ability to analyze situations and decide on proper course of action. (Required)
• Interpersonal skills to work effectively with diverse groups of students, staff and colleagues. (Required)
• Working knowledge of various sports eligibility standards and regulations, team concepts, planning, scheduling and facility coordination practices to meet objectives and requirements. (Required)
• Working knowledge of and skill in cardiopulmonary resuscitation practices to assist in medical or accident situations where CPR is needed. (Preferred)

Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations

• Bachelor's Degree Bachelor's Degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training (Required)

• Master's Degree Master's Degree in Sport Management or related field. (Preferred)

Special Conditions for Employment

• Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

• Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

• Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired.

• CANRA: The position is designated as a mandatory reporter under CANRA . The employee must sign the "Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse".

Schedule


8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. PT and/or variable based upon operational needs.

Union/Policy Covered


99-Policy Covered

Complete Position Description

About University of California Los Angeles

Why work at UCLA? Benefits:UCLA offers a comprehensive benefits package, including an average of three weeks' vacation per year; an average of 12 days per year sick leave; 13 paid holidays per year; health, dental and optical benefits; life insurance; disability insurance; the University of California Retirement Plan with 5 year vesting and various voluntary UC Savings Plans. There are also special programs and privileges available, such as accessibility to cultural and recreational programs, athletic events, and the University Credit Union. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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Holiday work, Full time, Contract work, Part time,

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