Campus Outdoor Programs Lead & Student Leadership Educator

University of Vermont; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 57,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Vermont in Burlington seeks an Outdoor Programs Coordinator to design and deliver outdoor programming and education that fosters student leadership and engagement. You will advise recognized student organizations with a focus on outdoor activities and support key risk management and emergency response for Outdoor Programs.

Responsibilities include assisting with the Adventure TREK pre-orientation, managing facilities and equipment, coordinating land use permitting and trip

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and three years of experience in outdoor education or related field.
• Experience as a leader/instructor trainer in at least two outdoor activities.
• Ability to interact effectively with college students.
• Training in Wilderness First Aid (WFA) required.
• Effective organizational, time management, and basic computer skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver outdoor programming and education to promote student leadership development and engagement.
• Serve as an advisor to recognized student organizations with focus on outdoor activities.
• Provide support for risk management structures, including emergency response.
• Assist with all aspects of the Adventure TREK pre-orientation program.
• Assist with management of facilities and equipment overseen by Outdoor Programs.
• Coordinate land use permitting, communications, and trip logistics planning.
• Support budget management and assessment efforts.
• Represent Student Involvement as an active campus partner and as a representative of the university.

Skills

Student interaction

Organizational skills

Time management

Computer skills

Inclusive environment

Outdoor activity leadership

Wilderness First Aid

Education

Bachelor's degree

Experience: 3 years in outdoor/experiential education

Job description

The University of Vermont in Burlington seeks an Outdoor Programs Coordinator to design and deliver outdoor programming and education that fosters student leadership and engagement. You will advise recognized student organizations with a focus on outdoor activities and support key risk management and emergency response for Outdoor Programs.

Responsibilities include assisting with the Adventure TREK pre-orientation, managing facilities and equipment, coordinating land use permitting and trip