Senior Outdoor Education Program Lead

Colgate University

Village of Hamilton (NY)

On-site

USD 49,000 - 59,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits
Free parking
Gym discounts
Athletic tickets

Job summary

Colgate University is seeking a senior role within Colgate Outdoor Education at the Hamilton campus. The position involves leading outdoor education programs, mentoring student leaders, planning trips, and ensuring safety and policy compliance across courses and facilities.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in recreation or related field, extensive outdoor skill experience, and strong organizational and communication abilities. On-site work at the Hamilton, NY campus is expected.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in recreation, outdoor education, adventure education, or other relevant field.
  • Wilderness First Responder certification from NOLS, SOLO, or Wilderness Medical Associates; other related certifications.

Responsibilities

  • Budget planning and scheduling of programs.
  • Training, supervising and evaluating student workers and leaders.
  • Lead Colgate Outdoor Education programs and trips with focus on safety and risk management.
  • Coordinate equipment, facilities and trip logistics.
  • Ensure effective instruction and policies across courses and program areas.

Skills

Outdoor ed exp
Advanced skills
Group leadership
Policy creation
Mentoring students
Trip logistics
Communication
Org skills
Stakeholder comm
Tech proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in recreation

Tools

Google suite
Microsoft Office

Job description

Colgate University is seeking a senior role within Colgate Outdoor Education at the Hamilton campus. The position involves leading outdoor education programs, mentoring student leaders, planning trips, and ensuring safety and policy compliance across courses and facilities.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in recreation or related field, extensive outdoor skill experience, and strong organizational and communication abilities. On-site work at the Hamilton, NY campus is expected.

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