Assistant Outdoor Educator -50/50

Weber State University Department of Automotive Technology; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

The Assistant Outdoor Educator at Weber State University supports course delivery for the Outdoor and Community Recreation Education program, assisting with activity supervision and equipment maintenance. This role offers students practical experience in outdoor leadership, outdoor education, and environmental stewardship.

Responsibilities include planning outdoor activities, equipment preparation, and inventory management, while promoting student participation, safety, and responsible

Qualifications

• Must maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher.
• Must meet credit hour requirements for the current funding semester (Fall 12, Spring 12, Summer 0–6).
• Undergraduate student pursuing their FIRST bachelor’s degree (not post-baccalaureate).

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and organizing outdoor and adventure activities.
• Assist with equipment preparation, care, and inventory management.
• Interact positively with students to promote outdoor activities and participation.
• Promote safety and environmental responsibility during activities.

Skills

Outdoor leadership

Environmental stewardship

Student engagement

Education

Undergraduate student

First bachelor’s degree in progress

Tools

Equipment maintenance

Job description

WSU's Commitment to Equal Opportunity

Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).

Position Information

Position Title Assistant Outdoor Educator -50/50 Requisition Number H01747P Position Category Hourly/Work Study Campus Location Weber State University - Ogden, UT Hours per week 20 Months per year 12 Alternate work schedule Pay Grade Salary Hourly Pay Rate $17.50 FLSA

Job Summary/Basic Function

The Assistant Outdoor Educator plays a vital role in supporting academic courses taught by the Outdoor and Community Recreation Education program by assisting with various aspects of course delivery, activity supervision, and equipment maintenance. This position offers an excellent opportunity for students with a passion for the outdoors to gain practical experience in outdoor leadership, outdoor education, and environmental stewardship. Job responsibilities will include assisting in planning and organizing outdoor and adventure activities, assisting with equipment preparation, care, and inventory management. The person in this role will be expected to interact positively with students to promote outdoor activities, encourage participation, maintain safety, and promote environmental responsibility.

Required Qualifications

• Must have a cumulative 2.0 GPA or higher
• Must meet the minimum credit hour requirements for the semesters the supervisor is requesting funding
  • Fall: 12 credit hours
  • Spring: 12 credit hours
  • Summer: Students either need to have worked for you in the Spring or will continue to work in the Fall. (Preference will be given to those registered for 6 credit hours.)
• Must be an undergraduate student working on their FIRST bachelor’s degree (cannot be post-baccalaureate)

Preferred Qualifications Background Check? No

Notes to Applicant

If you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish here at WSU, we would love to hear from you.