Part-time Outdoor Programs Instructor

University of California - San Francisco; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 30,307 - 38,572; Full time

Job summary

University of California - San Francisco seeks an outdoor program guide to lead and assist non-credited activities such as camping, hiking, backpacking, sea kayaking and stand up paddle boarding for students, staff and the public in the San Francisco area. You will deliver instruction with a focus on safety and customer service, attend staff meetings, and help assess the program annually.

A CPR/First Aid current certification is preferred and you'll work flexible hours, including evenings and

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of program activity practices and procedures.
• Verbal and written communication, active listening, multitasking and time management.
• Ability to exercise independent sound judgment and employ reasoning skills.
• Client service minded and creative thinking.
• Ability to perform physically challenging work in the outdoors and in all weather conditions.
• Commitment to continued learning about outdoor environments and a desire to teach and interpret the outdoor environment.
• A willingness to be coached and openness to feedback.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Provides instruction, leadership and assistance while acting as a guide on non-credited outdoor recreational activities that include camping, hiking, backpacking, sea kayaking and stand up paddle boarding for UCSF students and staff as well as the general public, with participants of all ages.
• Annually, contribute to the assessment of the program.
• Attend staff meetings and in-house training as required.
• Remain current in first aid and outdoor activity skills prescribed by supervisor.
• Behave in a professional manner, work as a team player and adhere to program policies.

Skills

Client service minded

Communication skills

Independent judgment

Creative thinking

Outdoors physical ability

Flexibility hours

Willingness to be coached

Learning mindset

Job description

Overview

Provides instruction, leadership and assistance while acting as a guide on non-credited outdoor recreational activities that include camping, hiking, backpacking, sea kayaking and stand up paddle boarding for UCSF students and staff as well as the general public, with participants of all ages. Demonstrate excellent outdoor program customer service skills, attend staff meetings and in-house training as required. Annually, contribute to the assessment of the program. Remain current in both first aid and outdoor activity skills prescribed by supervisor. Behave in a professional manner, work as a team player and adhere to program policies. Note: This is a limited position and ends 1 year from date of hire, with potential to renew annually.

Required Qualifications

• Working knowledge of program activity practices and procedures.
• Verbal and written communication skills in the English language, active listening, dynamic flexibility, critical thinking, multi-task and time management skills.
• Ability to exercise independent sound judgment and employ reasoning skills.
• Client service minded, entrepreneurial spirit and creative thinking skills.
• Ability to perform physically challenging work in the outdoors and in all weather conditions.
• Commitment to continued learning about outdoor environments and a desire to teach and interpret the outdoor environment.
• A willingness to be coached and openness to feedback.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

Preferred Qualifications

• One year experience in working with people in a leadership environment.
• Basic skills in computer programs relevant to job duties.
• Knowledge of campus policies and procedures.
• Strong swimmer (when applicable for programming).

Licenses/Certifications

• Valid and current driver\'s license.
• Current CPR and Standard First Aid or the ability to acquire within 1 month of hiring