Adventures Trip Lead Assistant PTS
About The Position
Under the general supervision of the Adventure Education Manager, the Adventures Trip Lead Assistant promotes the adventures program at the Bronco Recreation and Intramural Complex (BRIC) and assists Adventures Trip Leads with outdoor programs, including front-country and back-country, day, and overnight trips. The assistant supports safe, effective, and engaging instruction using established best practices for outdoor group settings. This is an on-campus student position scheduled for 15–20 hours per week, with shifts based on organizational operational needs. Student employees must meet the stated enrollment and academic-standing requirements. The role is designated sensitive and requires a satisfactory background check before employment. Employees are also mandated reporters under California law and CSU policy.
Requirements
- Current American Red Cross CPR for Professional Rescuers certification and Administering Emergency Oxygen certification, or equivalent, within 30 days of hire; training is 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.
- At least 1 year of teaching or instructing experience.
- At least 1 year of experience in the respective recreation discipline.
- An up-to-date Trip and Experience Log demonstrating adequate outdoor experience, including leading others formally or informally.
- Working toward a national certification in outdoor recreation; the employment offer is 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 carrying up to 10 passengers or a box truck up to 16 feet long. If driving is required, a current California Class C Driver’s License and unofficial driving record are required.
- Ability to self-reflect, receive constructive criticism, and pursue growth and development.
- Ability to act calmly and effectively in emergencies.
- Ability to follow routine verbal and written instructions.
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing.
- Ability to maintain professional work conduct.
- Ability to make independent decisions and recommendations.
- Ability to follow work rules and directions, use time effectively, and work productively without close supervision.
- Ability to operate a computer workstation using word-processing, spreadsheet, and other applications in use.
- Student employees must be eligible to work in the United States and currently enrolled at Cal Poly Pomona in at least 6 undergraduate units or 4 graduate units; international student employees must be enrolled in at least 12 undergraduate units or 6 graduate units at the end of the add-drop period.
- Student employees must have an overall and Cal Poly Pomona GPA of at least 2.0 and be in good academic standing. Students enrolled only in Extended University are not eligible. Unit-load exceptions apply during summer and to students who have applied for graduation for the current term.
Responsibilities
- Assist in developing and delivering outdoor adventure programs for participants with varying levels of technical ability.
- Arrive on time for scheduled pre-trip obligations and trips, and help ensure programs begin and end on time.
- Assist with pre-course tasks, including preparing trip itineraries, inspecting equipment, and assessing weather.
- Assist with post-course tasks, including participant and instructor evaluations, trip-end reports, and equipment return.
- Clean and organize equipment after each trip.
- Complete forms associated with each trip.
- May assist with in-house training related to facilitating front-country and back-country outdoor trips.
- Enforce outdoor program policies and procedures.
- Assist with maintenance and administrative duties for the Campus Recreation equipment rental program.
- Maintain current knowledge of ASI and Campus Recreation programs and services.
- Attend required trainings, meetings, and workshops.
- Maintain open communication with the Adventure Education Coordinator.
- Respond to emergencies and injuries and provide care as required until emergency medical services arrive.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
