Job Requirements
REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION:
A bachelor’s degree in recreation management or directly related field is required, master’s degree preferred. At least two years of related experience in Community Boating, Recreation, Waterfront, Outdoor Adventures, or Recreation Facilities preferred. Experience organizing and implementing programs and guiding the work of entry level/student employees. Must currently possess or be able to obtain within the first year of employment the following certifications: 1) Professional American Red Cross CPR/First Aid/AED Certifications, 2) Lifeguard Certification, and 3) US Sailing Small Boat Level I Instructor Course or equivalent. American Canoeing Association paddling certification or equivalent is desired. Knowledge and experience in grant writing preferred. Work experience in a university setting or community boating program is strongly preferred. Ability to work and communicate effectively within a diverse community is required. Knowledge and ability to use high level analytical, problem solving and organizational skills with the ability to work creatively and independently; ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; ability to plan, organize, manage, direct and train others in the formation, maintenance and support of student and auxiliary programs and services. Familiarity with and commitment to the mission and purpose of CSUCI and the Division of Student Affairs preferred. Knowledge of and ability to use supervisory principles, practices, and techniques to accomplish results through delegation and motivation. Knowledge of effective work policies, practices, and procedures. Ability to effectively establish and maintain cooperative working relationships within a diverse, multi-cultural environment of students, staff, faculty, and academic programs across the university and within the greater Ventura County populations. Ability to design and support programs to meet organizational objectives. Must maintain the confidentiality of student information at all times and abide by FERPA guidelines. Proficiency in the use of computers, including appropriate software. Prior experience with PeopleSoft and reporting tool preferred. Ability to work outside of traditional business hours with advanced notice when possible.
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.
The person holding this position is considered a Campus Security Authority as defined by the Jeanne Clery Campus Security Act and must provide reports regarding Clery crimes about which they become aware to the designated campus authority.
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, revised July 21, 2017, as a condition of employment.
CSUCI is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution providing access to education and employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, gender, religion, sexual orientation, veteran's status, political affiliation or disability.