Outdoor Excursions Program Coordinator

University of California, Riverside; California; On-site; USD 60,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Riverside is seeking an Outdoor Excursions Program Coordinator to lead development, management, and assessment of the program, including the Shop, adventure trips, rentals, and training. The role emphasizes safety, staffing, and collaboration with campus and community partners to deliver client-focused programming.

Responsibilities include risk management, program development, and maintaining equipment and facilities, with a strong focus on student development and

Qualifications

• Experience in programming involving outdoor equipment, trips, and group/community building.
• Experience leading and advising participants in outdoor skills; ability to supervise in challenging conditions.
• 6-10 years of related experience.
• Experience supervising or mentoring students and working with diverse populations.
• Professional experience in university outdoor programming including equipment rentals, trips, and facilitation.

Responsibilities

• Develop, manage, and assess the Outdoor Excursions program and related components.
• Provide risk management, staffing, supervision, and program implementation.
• Oversee facilities and equipment maintenance and collaboration with partners.
• Lead leadership development and driver/trailer training initiatives.

Education

Bachelor's degree in related area

Advanced degree in Outdoor Education / related field

Job description

Position Information

Reporting to the Assistant Director of Recreation - Outdoor Education, the Outdoor Excursions Program Coordinator is a critical member of the Recreation programming team responsible for the development, management, oversight, and assessment of the Outdoor Excursions program. These areas include the Outdoor Excursions Shop, Adventure Trips and Events, Equipment Rentals, Wilderness and Remote First Aid certification, Leadership Development, and Driver and Trailer training. Important duties include risk management, staffing and supervision, program development and implementation, and oversight and maintenance of facilities and equipment. The incumbent works closely with departmental, divisional, campus, and community partners to deliver client service-based programming that aligns with campus goals at all levels.

The full salary range for the Outdoor Excursions Program Coordinator position is $59,500 - $102,300 annually. The expected pay scale for this position is $59,500 - $80,250 annually. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs. Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff. As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Requirements

Educational Requirements

Degree
Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.

Requirement

Required

Degree

Advanced degree in Outdoor Education, Recreation Administration, Leisure Studies, Student Personnel Administration, Higher Education, or a related field.

Requirement

Preferred

Experience Requirements

Experience

Experience in programming involving outdoor equipment, trips, and group/community building.

Requirement

Required

Experience

Experience leading and advising participants and teaching outdoor skills; ability to lead and supervise in potentially dangerous conditions, and extreme environmental conditions.

Requirement

Experience

6 - 10 years of related experience.

Requirement

Experience

Experience supervising or mentoring students, maintaining outdoor equipment, student development, and leadership training. Experience working with diverse populations/clientele.

Requirement

Experience

Professional experience working in university outdoor programming including equipment rentals, adventure trips, and facilitation.

Minimum Requirements

• Demonstrates advanced client service leadership, entrepreneurial spirit and creative thinking skills to resolve non-standard issues.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in the English language. Demonstrated ability to incorporate key program information for inclusion in web-based and other marketing materials.
• Advanced proficiency in the use of computer applications relevant to job duties.
• Advanced knowledge of program activity and best practices. Demonstrated ability to analyze and improve programs and processes as needed.
• Skills to deliver highly effective service orientation, program management, and make sound judgments decisions; able to use critical thinking skills to develop original and creative problem solving ideas in a varied and challenging environment.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively across the organization.
• Familiar with risk management practices for outdoor recreation programs and facilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of campus policies and procedures.

Additional Information

In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park‑like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.

UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.

• UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
• UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020
• UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low‑income, first‑generation, and students of color.
• Among top‑tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019
• Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings
• UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories under state or federal law. It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti‑discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor.

For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview

Job Description Details

Generic Scope

Technical leader with a high degree of knowledge in the overall field and recognized expertise in specific areas; problem‑solving frequently requires analysis of unique issues/problems without precedent and/or structure. May manage programs that include formulating strategies and administering policies, processes, and resources; functions with a high degree of autonomy.

Custom Scope

Advanced leader for large, complex and diverse non‑credited recreational or sports program(s), including responsibility for programmatic and budget oversight and planning. Regularly works on complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in‑depth evaluation of variable factors. Exercises judgment in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results. Typically leads or supervises other staff or students.

Department Custom Scope

Reporting to the Assistant Director of Recreation - Outdoor Education, the Outdoor Excursions Program Coordinator is a critical member of the Recreation programming team responsible for the development, management, oversight, and assessment of the Outdoor Excursions program. These areas include the Outdoor Excursions Shop, Adventure Trips and Events, Equipment Rentals, Wilderness and Remote First Aid certification, Leadership Development, and Driver and Trailer training. Important duties include risk management, staffing and supervision, program development and implementation, and oversight and maintenance of facilities and equipment. The incumbent works closely with departmental, divisional, campus, and community partners to deliver client service‑based programming that aligns with campus goals at all levels.