Whitewater River Director

Summitbsa; Glen Jean (WV); On-site; USD 36,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing in Staff Camp

Summit Staff Uniform

Job summary

Summitbsa in West Virginia seeks a River Trek Program Lead to oversee staff, train crews, and deliver multi-day treks along the New River Gorge. You will supervise trek leads, ensure safety, and maintain equipment while coordinating with the National Park Service on service projects.

Housing and a Summit Staff Uniform are provided, with a 5–6 day trek schedule. A background screening and driving permit are required, and you will represent the Scout Oath and Law daily.

Qualifications

• Minimum age: 21+.
• Experienced and documented commercial Trip Leader on the New River in West Virginia.
• Competent Class 1-3 whitewater paddler/oarsman. Strong multi-day rafting trip knowledge.
• Able to become Red Cross Standard First Aid and CPR for the Professional Rescuer. (Training provided)
• Valid driver license and able to obtain a Summit Driving permit.
• Willing to become a registered Scouting America member (includes background screening)
• Comfortable using Microsoft Teams for daily work-related communication

Responsibilities

• Organize/manage 5-day whitewater Treks in New River Gorge National Park and Preserve
• Train, manage, and supervise trek leads in all aspects of trek program and safety.
• Manage and supervise guests to ensure safety and quality of program.
• Maintain trek equipment in an organized and good working condition.
• Implement thorough leave no trace standards.
• Work with National Park Service to identify and participate in quality river service projects.
• Ensure staff receive periodically written performance evaluations.
• Model the Scout Oath and Law in daily interactions
• Maintain a clean, organized, inspected, neat, and safe work area
• Perform additional duties assigned by SBR leadership
• Abide by policies and procedures outlined in the SBR staff handbook

Skills

Team leadership

First aid / CPR

Microsoft Teams

Tools

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Position Overview

Provides leadership and oversight to the river trek staff and program. Supervise, train, manage, and deliver the river trek. Use the river trek as a vehicle to deliver the Scout Oath and Scout Law.

Key Responsibilities

• Organize/manage 5-day whitewater Treks in New River Gorge National Park and Preserve
• Train, manage, and supervise trek leads in all aspects of trek program and safety.
• Manage and supervise guests to ensure safety and quality of program.
• Maintain trek equipment in an organized and good working condition.
• Implement thorough leave no trace standards.
• Work with National Park Service to identify and participate in quality river service projects.
• Ensure staff receive periodically written performance evaluations.
• Model the Scout Oath and Law in daily interactions
• Maintain a clean, organized, inspected, neat, and safe work area
• Perform additional duties assigned by SBR leadership
• Abide by policies and procedures outlined in the SBR staff handbook

Qualifications

• Minimum age: 21+
• Required: Experienced and documented commercial Trip Leader on the New River in West Virginia.
• Required: Competent Class 1-3 whitewater paddler/oarsman. Strong multi-day rafting trip knowledge
• Able to become Red Cross Standard First Aid and CPR for the Professional Rescuer. (Training provided)
• Valid driver license and able to obtain a Summit Driving permit.
• Willing to become a registered Scouting America member (includes background screening)
• Comfortable using Microsoft Teams for daily work-related communication

Physical & Practical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, swim, and paddle up to 8 hours daily and ability to lift/move up to 70 pounds
• Complete the Annual Health and Medical Record, including height/weight guidelines
• Housing: 10'x12' platform tent in Staff Camp | Uniform: Summit Staff Uniform | Work Hours: 5-6 day Trek

Desired Traits

• High emotional intelligence (such as self/social awareness and team dynamics)
• Positive and cheerful attitude with a strong customer-service focus
• Adaptability in a fast-paced environment with ability to learn/develop hard and soft skills
• Ability to connect with individuals from diverse age groups, maturity, and backgrounds