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About The University Corporation

The University Corporation is a nonprofit auxiliary corporation providing commercial and administrative services to California State University, Northridge. Our mission is to provide services and solutions that address the needs of California State University, Northridge; to support the academic, research, and creative endeavors of its students, faculty, and staff, and to enhance the quality of campus life.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Under the direct supervision of the Supervisor, this position will provide programming support for water safety and boating, including customer service, participant supervision, facility and program safety, equipment and facility cleaning, launching/operating vessels, and providing basic program facilitation/instruction.

Organize, set up, break down, inspect, clean, and repair equipment for boating and water safety programming. Ensure participant safety and facilitate their water safety and boating knowledge and skill development. Operate vehicles and tow vessels on trailers; launch vessels from beach or ramp, and operate vessels in open water settings. Learn and become proficient in canoeing, kayaking, paddle boarding, sailing, power boat operation, participant rescue, and general boating safety knowledge and skills.

Qualifications:

Ability to lift and move 50 lbs. Aquatic/Boating knowledge is a plus. Must be able to effectively work in an environment that will involve exposure to sun, wind, heat/cold, inclement weather, sand, water, and other outdoor elements. Must keep certifications current: Lifeguard Training or Water Safety Instructor: American Red Cross or comparable entity; First Aid and CPR for the Professional Rescuer: American Red Cross or comparable entity. 

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

This position is employed through The University Corporation (TUC).

Schedule: VARIES BASED ON MANAGER'S NEED

Full Pay range: $19-$25

Hiring range: $19-$25

Time Base: Part-Time- 10 to 29 hours per week

General Information

THE SELECTED CANDIDATE IS REQUIRED TO PASS A THOROUGH DEPARTMENT BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION AND LIVE SCAN.

How to Apply

Please complete the online application/resume upload submission process in order to be considered for any open position within the university and its auxiliaries. The hiring department will contact the best-qualified candidates and invite them to participate in the interview process.

Application Screening begins September 2, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled.

In order to be considered in the initial review, applications must be submitted prior to the date listed above.

Application submissions received after the application screening date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.

For more detailed information on the application and hiring process, please view the link below:

http://www-admn.csun.edu/ohrs/employment/

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, and disability. Applicants who wish to request an accommodation for a disability may contact the Office of Equity and Diversity at (818) 677-2077.