Graduate Assistant, Outdoor Adventure Programs

PennWest University; Clarion (Clarion County); On-site; USD 18,200 - 27,300; Part time

Job summary

PennWest University is seeking a Graduate Assistant for Outdoor Adventure at the Edinboro Campus. This role involves overseeing operations of recreational activities, collaborating with the Assistant Director of Campus Recreation, and managing student employees. The position offers experience in program assessment, leadership, and outdoor skills development. Ideal candidates should be accepted into a graduate program and possess Wilderness First Aid or First Responder Certification. Flexible hours will be required including early mornings, evenings, and weekends.

Qualifications

• Be accepted into a graduate program.
• Be enrolled for full time graduate study (9 credits).
• Wilderness First Aid or First Responder Certification.
• Exceptional organizational skills, communication skills, leadership abilities, and good judgment.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with planning fall/spring CORE training.
• Supervising junior-field students for CORE.
• Planning adventure spring break trip.
• Supervising the climbing gym and staff.
• Marketing and promoting all events.

Skills

Exceptional organizational skills

Communication skills

Leadership abilities

Judgment in stressful situations

Education

Accepted into a graduate program

Full time graduate study (9 credits)

Tools

Wilderness First Aid or First Responder Certification

Job description

PennWest University is seeking a Graduate Assistant for Outdoor Adventure at the Edinboro Campus. This role involves overseeing operations of recreational activities, collaborating with the Assistant Director of Campus Recreation, and managing student employees. The position offers experience in program assessment, leadership, and outdoor skills development. Ideal candidates should be accepted into a graduate program and possess Wilderness First Aid or First Responder Certification. Flexible hours will be required including early mornings, evenings, and weekends.