Recreation Center Operations Manager

University of California - Los Angeles (UCLA); Cowan (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UCLA Recreation, part of UCLA Campus Life, seeks an experienced Recreation Program Leader 3 to manage the John Wooden Center. The role involves overseeing 15,000 sq. ft.

of facilities, supervising ~75 student staff, and delivering high-level customer service to a diverse campus community. The position requires a Bachelor's degree, a recognized fitness certification, CPR/First Aid certification, and the ability to work a 24-hour facility with flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of anatomy, biomechanics, kinesiology and exercise adaptations for special populations.
• Experience administering and maintaining a fitness facility, preferably in campus recreation.
• Ability to write concise business correspondence, proposals and evaluations.
• Ability to identify problems, assess options and provide practical recommendations.
• Ability to work cooperatively with staff and campus personnel, with diplomacy.
• Prioritization and independent work with minimal direction; manage changing needs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee management of John Wooden Center (JWC) and Strength & Conditioning Zones.
• Recruit, hire and train approximately 75 part-time student staff; ensure adequate staffing.
• Provide high level customer service to students, staff, faculty, and campus partners.
• Support 24/7 facility operations; flex schedule including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Apply safety and risk management procedures; respond to emergencies as needed.

Skills

Facility mgmt

Staff supervision

Customer service

Risk management

Communication

Scheduling

Education

Bachelor's degree

Fitness certification

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

UCLA Recreation, part of UCLA Campus Life, seeks an experienced Recreation Program Leader 3 to manage the John Wooden Center. The role involves overseeing 15,000 sq. ft.

of facilities, supervising ~75 student staff, and delivering high-level customer service to a diverse campus community. The position requires a Bachelor's degree, a recognized fitness certification, CPR/First Aid certification, and the ability to work a 24-hour facility with flexible scheduling.