Working Title: Recreation Programs Manager
Department Name: Health, Wellness, & Recreation Center
Division: Student Affairs
Classification Title: Administrator I
MPP employees serve at the pleasure of the campus President. MPPs do not serve a probationary period and never receive permanent status.
Position Salary Range: $5,732 - $8,599 per month
The anticipated hiring range for this position is $7,100 - $7,300 per month.
Salary is commensurate with experience.
Review of applications will begin May 13, 2026, and the position will remain open until filled. Applicants who apply by the first review date will be given first consideration.
About the Department/Position:
The CSUDH Health & Well-Being cluster takes a holistic approach to care and offers a variety of resources to the CSUDH community to help students thrive while they pursue their academic success. Under the general direction of the Assistant Director of Operations and Recreation Programs the Recreation Programs Manager coordinates the planning, implementation, and evaluation of recreation programs including intramural sports, special events, outdoor adventures, summer youth/camp programming, and equipment rentals and retail operations. The position supports day-to-day program operations, student development, and participant engagement across assigned areas.
The position plays an integral role in promoting an integrated model of health and well being, advancing student development, and supporting revenue-generating programming within the Health, Wellness & Recreation Center (HWRC), opening in 2026.
In collaboration with a dynamic support team, the Recreation Programs Manager supports effective program operations and contributes to an engaging, welcoming, student-centered, and well-coordinated holistic wellness environment at the HWRC.
This position requires a flexible schedule as events dictate.
Some weekends and evenings required.
Overview of Duties and 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.
- Manages operational goals, risk management practices, and programming for the Outdoor Adventure area.
- Manage equipment inventory and coordinate purchasing for intramurals, camps, and outdoor adventures.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree and 4 or more years of relevant work experience in community recreation environment (or equivalent).
- Demonstrated leadership or supervision experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- 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.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Preferred to hold valid driver's license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies/procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program.
- 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).
- Experience supporting comprehensive risk management and emergency
To view the full position description, click “Position Description” above.
General Information:
- Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or the continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Fair Chance Hiring Ordinance and State Law.
- In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California.
- The CSU system offers a competitive total compensation benefits package for employees and qualifying dependents, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and tuition assistance. It is our goal to compensate employees equitably and fairly. You can access a full description of our benefits here.
- California State University Dominguez Hills is not currently sponsoring staff or management positions for H-1B employment visas.
- The person holding this position is considered a `mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
- This position is a "designated position" in the California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. The successful candidate accepting this position is required to file Conflict of Interest forms subject to the regulations of the Fair Political Practices Commission.
Closing Statement
California State University, Dominguez Hills, is strongly committed to achieving excellence through a diverse workforce. Individuals with disabilities requesting accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) may call the Human Resources Office at (310) 243-3771.
California State University Dominguez Hills is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status.
Employees at California State University, Dominguez Hills shall abide by the Nondiscrimination Statement.
Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended.
Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.
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