Outdoor Adventures Activity Specialist

Penn State University; University Park (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn State University’s Outdoor Adventures unit at University Park is seeking staff to supervise specific activities and facilities and to lead high-quality staff training. The role includes managing high-risk activities, shift coverage, and possible overnight work at Stone Valley or in the field.

Required are OLTC completion and WFA/CPR certifications, plus 2+ years of outdoor leadership experience. WFR is preferred for some activities; a valid driver’s license is needed for vehicle operations.

Qualifications

• Outdoor leadership experience required.
• WFA/CPR certifications required or higher.
• WFR preferred for certain activities.
• 2+ years of outdoor leadership/management experience required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise operations of a specific activity/facility.
• Provide high quality training for staff with clear learning outcomes.
• Assist full-time staff with high-level tasks, projects, or events.
• May drive University vehicles and trailers; training provided.
• Work may include overnight shifts at Stone Valley Recreation Area or in the field.

Skills

Outdoor leadership experience

First Aid

CPR/AED

Vehicle operation

Education

OLTC completion

Wilderness First Aid (WFA) certification

Wilderness First Responder (WFR) preferred

CPR certification

Job description

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

University Division: Student Affairs

Department/Unit: Campus Recreation - Outdoor Adventures

Base Pay Rate: $20.00/hr

Duties & Responsibilities Include (but not limited to)

• Supervise operations of a specific activity/facility

  • Serve as a subject expert with demonstrated skills and/or knowledge
  • Management of high-risk activities
  • May supervise and support part-time staff

• Provide high quality training for staff to facilitate professional growth and job-specific competency

  • Create organized and effective lesson plans with clear learning outcomes
  • Select appropriate site(s) for instruction and managing environmental factors
  • Utilize instructional strategies that accommodate various learning styles
  • Lead quality staff training experiences for staff to facilitate professional growth and job-specific competency

• Assist full-time staff members with high-level tasks, projects, events, or other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

• May need to drive University vehicles and trailers of varying sizes (training provided as needed)

• Work may include overnight shifts at Stone Valley Recreation Area or in the field

• May include duties and responsibilities comparable to an Outdoor Adventures Facilitator, Lead Facilitator, and/or Supervisor

Requirements

• Completion of the Outdoor Leadership Training Course (OLTC) or equivalent outdoor leadership training.
• Possess (and maintain) valid Wilderness First Aid (WFA) & CPR/AED certification or higher
• Wilderness First Responder (WFR) preferred and may be required for certain activities.
• Minimum of 2 years of documented outdoor/adventure leadership/management experience required; applicants should possess expertise in at least 1 activity (as demonstrated through completion of activity or site-specific assessments) and demonstrate proficient outdoor leadership skills

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.

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