Outdoor Education & Climbing Wall Assistant

College of Saint Benedict/Saint John's University; Saint Joseph (MN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

18 Paid Holidays Annually

Generous Vacation and Sick Leave

Life and Long-Term Disability

Tuition Remission for Eligible Depend­

Employer Contributions to Retirement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Outdoor University at Saint John’s University invites applications for a full-time (0.92 FTE), benefit eligible Outdoor Education Program Assistant. This 11-month role supports outdoor education programming, supervising and training student leaders, climbing wall activities, and outdoor trips, with potential four-day weeks.

Join a values-driven team in a role with: leadership development, hands-on outdoor programming, and collaborative program planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent education and experience.
• Experience with rock climbing or challenge course equipment incl. belaying and inspection.
• Outdoor education or related field experience preferred.
• Experience in teambuilding, training, and leadership development.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of student leaders in the Outdoor Leadership Center and support the Curricular Education Plan.
• Develop climbing wall student leaders through training in instruction, safety, and trip leadership.
• Supervise climbing wall operations, including inspections and staff training up to 40 feet.
• Support pre-orientation programs, emergency procedures, and program assessments.
• Plan and accompany student trips across seasons; respond to emergencies as needed.
• Recruit, hire, train, and manage outdoor education student staff and volunteers.
• Participate in on-campus events to foster student leadership and outreach.

Skills

Leadership

Outdoor leadership

Communication

Training

Risk management

First aid/wilderness

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Climbing wall standards

Belaying

Job description

The Outdoor University at Saint John’s University invites applications for a full-time (0.92 FTE), benefit eligible Outdoor Education Program Assistant. This 11-month role supports outdoor education programming, supervising and training student leaders, climbing wall activities, and outdoor trips, with potential four-day weeks.

Join a values-driven team in a role with: leadership development, hands-on outdoor programming, and collaborative program planning.