Adventures Trip Lead Assistant PTS

Associated Students Inc•Pomona, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Established in 1963, Associated Students, Inc. (ASI) is a non-profit corporation guided by a student board and managed by full-time professional staff. ASI is a part of the Cal Poly Pomona Division of Student Affairs with a dashed reporting line to Administrative Affairs. ASI serves the entire campus population, including over 26,000 students, by providing opportunities for student engagement, student employment, and a multitude of programs and services such as recreation and wellness, student union and activities, student government, and childcare. ASI operational support areas include human resources, financial services, information technology, facilities management, and marketing. ASI employees exhibit our values of integrity, honor, dedication, loyalty, and respect in every interaction with each other, our students, the campus community, and guests of Cal Poly Pomona. Since 2014, Associated Students Inc., Adventures has been providing unique recreational opportunities to over 12,000 Cal Poly Pomona students annually. Everyday students and staff within this community challenge themselves to embrace new opportunities and partake in life-changing experiences that bring full value to their college experience.  Hosting both technical and experiential programing, Adventures focuses on creating competent recreators within both indoor and outdoor disciplines. Through our wilderness outings, Bronco Peak rock wall, Gear Rental Center, instructional workshops, and certification courses, Adventures provides an opportunity for students to build a strong community that embraces inclusivity, learning and the development of lifelong hobbies and friends. POSITION DEFINITION Under the general supervision of the Adventure Education Manager, the Adventures Trip Lead Assistant is responsible for promoting the adventures program at the Bronco Recreation and Intramural Complex (BRIC) and assisting Adventures Trip Leads run outdoor programs in front country, back country, day, and overnight trips. The Adventures Trip Lead Assistant assists Adventures Trip Leads in safe, effective, and engaging instruction utilizing established best practices in outdoor group settings.

Requirements

Current American Red Cross CPR for Professional Rescuers certification and Administering Emergency Oxygen certification within 30 days of hire (or equivalent) (training provided by ASI)
Outstanding customer service and interpersonal skills
Demonstrated ability to work with an ethnically diverse and culturally pluralistic student population and campus community.
Ability to satisfactorily complete a background check (including a criminal records check)
Minimum of 1 year teaching/instructing experience
Minimum of 1 year experience in respective recreation discipline
Up to date Trip and Experience Log demonstrating adequate experience in the outdoors including leading others, formally or informally
Working toward a national certification in outdoor recreation such as but not limited to: (employment offer contingent on obtaining certification within 12 months of hire)
California Food Handlers License within 30 days of hire
May be required to drive passenger vehicles up to 10 passengers or a box truck up to 16’ in length
If required to drive, Current California Class C Driver’s License and unofficial driving record will be required
Ability to self-reflect, receive constructive criticism, and pursue growth and development
Ability to act calmly and effectively in emergency situations
Ability to follow routine verbal and written instructions
Ability to effectively communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing
Ability to maintain professional work conduct
Ability to make independent decisions and make recommendations
Ability to adhere to work rules, follow directions, use time effectively and work productively without close supervision
Ability to operate a computer workstation using word processing, spreadsheet, and other computer applications in use
Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse student population and campus community
Ability to satisfactorily complete a background check (including a criminal records check)

Nice To Haves

American Mountain Guides Association (AMGA) Single Pitch Instructor course or certification
American Canoe Association (ACA) Paddle Safety Facilitator
Leave No Trace (LNT) Trainer
American Canyoneering Association (ACA) Aspirant Canyon Leader
American Institute for Avalanche Research and Education (AIARE) Avalanche Level I
Current Wilderness First Aid (WFA) certification

Responsibilities

Assist in the development and delivery of adventures outdoor programs appropriate for varying levels of technical ability
Arrive on time to scheduled pre-trip obligations and trips; ensure that programs begin and end on time
Assist in the completion of the pre-course task list including but not limited to trip itinerary, equipment inspection, and weather assessment
Assist in the completion of post-course task list including but not limited to participant evaluation, instructor evaluation, trip end report and equipment return
Assist in cleaning and organizing equipment after each trip
Complete all forms associated with specific trip
May assist in-house trainings related to outdoor front and backcountry trip facilitation
Enforce outdoor program policies and procedures
Assist in the maintenance and administrative duties associated with the Campus Recreation equipment rental program
Maintain current knowledge of ASI and Campus Recreation programs and services
Attend trainings, meetings and workshops as required
Maintain open communication with the Adventure Education Coordinator
Respond to emergencies and injuries and provide care as required until the arrival of emergency medical services
Perform other duties as assigned