Outdoor Excursions Program Coordinator

About the role

The Outdoor Excursions Program Coordinator reports to the Assistant Director of Recreation - Outdoor Education. This role is a critical member of the Recreation programming team responsible for the development, management, oversight, and assessment of the Outdoor Excursions program.

Responsibilities

• Risk management
• Staffing and supervision
• Program development and implementation
• Oversight and maintenance of facilities and equipment
• Closely work with departmental, divisional, campus, and community partners to deliver client service-based programming that aligns with campus goals at all levels

Requirements

• Advanced degree in Outdoor Education, Recreation Administration, Leisure Studies, Student Personnel Administration, Higher Education, or a related field
• Experience leading and advising participants and teaching outdoor skills; ability to lead and supervise in potentially dangerous conditions, and extreme environmental conditions
• Experience supervising or mentoring students, maintaining outdoor equipment, student development, and leadership training
• Experience working with diverse populations/clientele
• Professional experience working in university outdoor programming including equipment rentals, adventure trips, and facilitation

Qualifications

• Demonstrates advanced client service leadership, entrepreneurial spirit and creative thinking skills to resolve non-standard issues.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in the English language.
• Demonstrated ability to incorporate key program information for inclusion in web-based and other marketing materials.
• Advanced proficiency in the use of computer applications relevant to job duties.
• Advanced knowledge of program activity and best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and improve programs and processes as needed.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively across the organization.
• Familiar with risk management practices for outdoor recreation programs and facilities.