Outdoor Access & Inclusion Program Lead

Mineral Point; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Access Ability Wisconsin (AAW) is a nonprofit organization focused on providing outdoor access for people with mobility challenges. The Outdoor Rec. Program Coordinator role supports programming, events, and grant goals, with evening and weekend commitments based on events.

The position requires collaboration with families, individuals of all ages, and healthcare partners. AAW emphasizes mission-driven impact and data-driven reporting, with in-person HQ office and event locations in Wisconsin.

Qualifications

• Passion for the organization's mission and commitment to making a positive impact.
• Ability to be a team player, work independently, and self-motivated.
• Associate degree in a relevant field or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Strong organizational skills. Professional and has a pleasant demeanor.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders with a focus in healthcare and support/community groups for those living with chronic conditions.
• Leadership experience and the ability to motivate and guide a team.
• Knowledge of Google Suite, Microsoft Excel, e-newsletter and social media tools.

Responsibilities

• Event Planning and Coordination: Assist in planning and coordinating outdoor recreational events and activities, including pre-event logistics, participant registration, and scheduling.
• Participant Engagement: Interact with participants before, during, and after events to ensure their needs are met, provide assistance as needed, and gather feedback for program improvement.
• Outreach and Promotion: Assist in promoting AAW's programs and events through various channels, including social media, email newsletters, community outreach, and partnership development with a focus on healthcare and hunting/shooting organizations.
• Volunteer Management: Support the recruitment, training, and coordination of volunteers to assist with program activities and events, ensuring a positive volunteer experience and effective utilization of resources. Manage phone calls, emails, and inquiries that involve wanting to get connected to AAW and client inquiries gathering information in an organized calendar.
• Project Support: Coordinate schedules between employees, assisting in presentations, event logistics, and gathering grant reporting material to share with stakeholders, sponsors, employees, and volunteers showing growth.
• Efficient Communication: Effectively communicate between stakeholders, staff,and participants using clear language that is both positive and informational.
• Operations Support and Logistics: Assist in planning and coordinating equipment setup and maintenance including pre-checkout logistics, setup, checkout/in scheduling and clean up of equipment.
• Fundraising Support: Assist in fundraising efforts including sending letters, making donation requests and following up with thank-you media.
• Administrative Support: Provide administrative assistance to the AAW team, including managing databases, filing paperwork, scheduling meetings, and responding to inquiries from participants, volunteers, and stakeholders.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Leadership

Google Suite

Microsoft Excel

Social media tools

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Google Suite

Microsoft Excel

Email newsletters

Job description

Access Ability Wisconsin (AAW) is a nonprofit organization focused on providing outdoor access for people with mobility challenges. The Outdoor Rec. Program Coordinator role supports programming, events, and grant goals, with evening and weekend commitments based on events.

The position requires collaboration with families, individuals of all ages, and healthcare partners. AAW emphasizes mission-driven impact and data-driven reporting, with in-person HQ office and event locations in Wisconsin.