Inclusive Outdoor Leader - Canoe & Exploration

Longwood University; Minnesota; On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Canoemobile Outdoor Leaders at Wilderness Inquiry lead inclusive day trips and multi-week tours for diverse communities, focusing on safety, education, and social-emotional learning. Roles include field supervision, curriculum adaptation, and supporting Warehouse/Kitchen shifts as needed.

Applicants should have First Aid/CPR, ability to lead groups of varying ages, flexible hours, and a valid driver's license; proficiency in Spanish, ASL, Hmong, or Somali is a plus.

Qualifications

• Active certification in Basic First Aid & CPR (or ability to obtain by start date).
• Demonstrated capability to lead, motivate, and manage groups safely in outdoor settings.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service.
• Ability to work as a team and contribute to a positive environment.
• Willing to keep flexible hours.
• Must pass a background check.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Wilderness First Aid (WFA) or Wilderness First Responder (WFR) certification.
• Active Wilderness Water Safety or similar certification.
• Valid Driver’s License with clean record.
• Experience in outdoor recreation or education, leadership or guiding, or related fields.
• Proficiency in Spanish, American Sign Language, Hmong, or Somali.

Responsibilities

• Lead inclusive outdoor-based field trips including canoeing, hiking, camping.
• Ensure safety, quality, and inclusivity of Wilderness Inquiry experiences.
• Collaborate with a team to deliver engaging learning environments.
• Maintain equipment, safety, and risk management procedures.
• Complete pre-trip and post-trip paperwork and debriefings.
• Support scheduling for local and national Canoemobile tours.

Skills

Outdoor leadership

Customer service

Teamwork

Flexible hours

Background check

Driver's license

Bilingual language skills

Job description

Canoemobile Outdoor Leaders at Wilderness Inquiry lead inclusive day trips and multi-week tours for diverse communities, focusing on safety, education, and social-emotional learning. Roles include field supervision, curriculum adaptation, and supporting Warehouse/Kitchen shifts as needed.

Applicants should have First Aid/CPR, ability to lead groups of varying ages, flexible hours, and a valid driver's license; proficiency in Spanish, ASL, Hmong, or Somali is a plus.