Alaska Outdoor Programs Lead and Trip Director

Alaska Pacific; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Alaska Pacific University in Anchorage is seeking an experienced outdoor programs administrator to oversee trips, clinics, and the Climbing Wall, plus student staff.

This role emphasizes safety, risk management, program development, and coordination with university offices; requires bachelor's in recreation or related field, with 2 years guiding outdoors, CPR/First Aid/WFR, and a valid driver's license. Evening/weekend work may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Recreation, Outdoor Studies, or related field.
• 2 years’ experience guiding/instructing outdoors.
• Current CPR and First Aid and Wilderness First Responder Certifications are required.
• Current and valid driver’s license. May require driving history check and driving test.
• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends.
• Physical ability to work in harsh outdoor environments and lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of the program: develop new programs and manage trips and clinics; oversee climbing wall, weight room, and staff; manage equipment and rental program.
• Oversee risk management of facilities and field outings; budget officer; develop courses and trips; coordinate outdoor programs for schedules; obtain permits.
• Serve as member of Emergency Response & Risk management Committee; in-town coordinator for trips; risk manager for clinics and trips.
• Supervise student staff: recruit, hire, train, schedule, evaluate, and process payroll for staff.
• Run the Student Leadership Program: design leadership training for students to lead outdoor trips.
• Plan and evaluate programs: track participation, rentals, and programming; collect evaluations.

Skills

Outdoor leadership

Risk management

Teamwork

Communication

Detail orientation

Healthy lifestyle

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Recreation, Outdoor Studies, or related field

Job description

Alaska Pacific University in Anchorage is seeking an experienced outdoor programs administrator to oversee trips, clinics, and the Climbing Wall, plus student staff.

This role emphasizes safety, risk management, program development, and coordination with university offices; requires bachelor's in recreation or related field, with 2 years guiding outdoors, CPR/First Aid/WFR, and a valid driver's license. Evening/weekend work may be required.