Non-Student Jobs
Browse the Non-Student positions below. If you are interested in applying for any* of the open positions below, please follow this link to the UCLA Job Board.
*Please note that if you are interested in applying for position with our Summer Camps to go to their page directly.
Aquatics
Lifeguard
Become a UCLA Rec Lifeguard and develop your leadership, communication, and decision making skills while gaining experience as a first responder and risk manager!
Applications are available online. Please fill out your application completely and attach a copy of your resume, Lifeguarding/FA/CPR/AED and any additional certifications you have. If you have any questions please contact the Aquatics Coordinator, Siobhan Goodwell at sgoodwell@recreation.ucla.edu.
*Must be at least 17 years old to become a UCLA Rec Lifeguard.
Interviews will take place at Sunset Canyon Recreation Center (SCRC). Applicants will complete a group interview which includes swimming and skills tests. If hired, applicants will need to bring their I-9 documents to their hiring session- Click here for the list of acceptable I-9 documents.
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50-meter head up freestyle sprint
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200-meter IM (with sidestroke replacing butterfly)
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Mock rescue scenarios- including First Aid; CPR/AED; passive submerged; suspected head, neck, or back injury; etc.
Pay Rate: $14.29-$16.75/hr
What if I want to be a lifeguard, but I’m not certified? UCLA Recreation offers a number of Lifeguard certification courses throughout the year. Check out our online course list for a schedule of courses.
Swim Instructor
Become a UCLA Rec Swim Instructor!
Interviews will take place at Sunset Canyon Recreation Center's Family Pool. Applicants will complete a group interview which includes swimming and skills tests. If hired, applicants will need to bring their I-9 documents to their hiring session- Click here for the list of acceptable I-9 documents.
Swim Instructor applicants must be able to complete the following skills :
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Must be able to demonstrate swimming 25 yards each of front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke, sidestroke, elementary backstroke, and butterfly (15 yards) using proper technique.
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Must be able to demonstrate the ability to float on back for one minute.
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Must be able to demonstrate the ability to tread water for one minutes.
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Successfully complete mock teaching scenarios.
What if I want to be a lifeguard or Water Safety Instructor, but I’m not certified? UCLA Recreation offers a number of Lifeguarding and Water Safety courses throughout the year. Check the Rec Quarterly or call (310) 825-3671 for a schedule of courses.
Pay Rate: starts at $15/hr.
Work Hours: Work hours are flexible and include weekends, evenings, holidays, and quarter breaks.
Contact: Clint Svatos, csvatos@recreation.ucla.edu or (310) 983-3330
Water Exercise Instructor
Job Description: Instructors plan and conduct water exercise classes, evaluate student achievement, communicate appropriately with students, and complete necessary paperwork. Work hours are flexible and include weekends, evenings. Preferred certification: AEA Certification or equivalent aquatic fitness certification, American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor, Lifeguard, Community CPR, First Aid
Instructional Programs
There are no open positions at this time.
Marina Aquatic Center
- Instructor Positions: Kayaking, Rowing, Sailing, Surfing, Windsurfing
Skilled instructors, with sport-specific knowledge and experience needed to teach recreational group classes and private lessons. Courses held mostly on weekends – must teach a minimum of 1 introductory class per quarter (16 hours). First Aid/CPR/AED certification required. National certifications preferred (US Sailing, ACA, US Rowing, etc). Pay starting at $18/hour.
- Dockmaster:
Supervise MAC equipment rentals, facility programs, and assist community patrons. Required: ability to lift 50lbs, current First Aid/CPR/AED certification, CA Boater Card. Preferred: Watersport experience in sailing, kayaking, and/or rowing. Pay starting at $17/hour.
- Maintenance Assistant:
Assist the MAC Marine Maintenance Technician with facility upkeep, routine maintenance, and equipment repair. Required: ability to lift 50lbs, current First Aid/CPR/AED certification, CA Boater Card. Preferred: Experience in general building/facility maintenance or knowledge of repair and working with hand tools. Pay starting at $18/hour.
For all Marina Aquatic Center positions, email Kylie Lausten and Nora Lee at mac@recreation.ucla.edu.
Martial Arts
Martial Arts - Lead and Assistant Instructor
Lead and Assistant Instructors develop and lead specific UCLA Martial Arts instructional classes. They are responsible for curriculum, lesson planning, and the majority of week-to-week instruction.
View Full Job Description and Application for - Martial Arts Instructor
Youth Programs
Little Bruins Clubhouse Staff
Hiring - No
The purpose of the Little Bruins Clubhouse Staff is to provide evening supervision for the clubhouse. The clubhouse, funded in large part by the social justice referendum, provides free and reduced cost evening youth programming for student dependents at the John Wooden Center for children diaper graduate to age 14. This program provides student dependents with a supervised, kid friendly environment for group and independent play or study time with trained youth counselors who engage children in age appropriate activities while student parents attend class or participate in evening programs or study groups on campus.