Outdoor Excursions Program Coordinator

Reporting to the Assistant Director of Recreation - Outdoor Excursions, the Outdoor Excursions Program Coordinator is a critical member of the Recreation programming team responsible for the development, management, oversight, and assessment of the Outdoor Excursions program. These areas include the Outdoor Excursions Shop, Adventure Trips and Events, Equipment Rentals, Wilderness and Remote First Aid certification, Leadership Development, and Driver and Trailer training. Important duties include risk management, staffing and supervision, program development and implementation, and oversight and maintenance of facilities and equipment. The incumbent works closely with departmental, divisional, campus, and community partners to deliver client service-based programming that aligns with campus goals at all levels.

Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. Required Advanced degree in Outdoor Education, Recreation Administration, Leisure Studies, Student Personnel Administration, Higher Education, or a related field. Preferred Professional experience working in university outdoor programming including equipment rentals, adventure trips, and facilitation. Preferred Experience in programming involving outdoor equipment, trips, and group/community building. Required 6 - 10 years of related experience. Required Experience leading and advising participants and teaching outdoor skills; ability to lead and supervise in potentially dangerous conditions, and extreme environmental conditions. Required Experience supervising or mentoring students, maintaining outdoor equipment, student development, and leadership training. Experience working with diverse populations/clientele. Preferred

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