Oregon State University-posted about 2 months ago
$15 - $22/Yr
Part-time • Entry Level
Corvallis, OR
1,001-5,000 employees
Educational Services

This recruitment will be used to fill multiple part-time (a maximum of 24 hours per week) Field Specialist positions for Recreational Sports at Oregon State University (OSU). The Field Specialist reports to the Director of the Adventure Leadership Institute and is responsible for assisting with class outings, trips/activities, and programs. Field Specialists attend any required or necessary trainings or meetings that the Director mandates. Field Specialists are responsible for maintaining their training and skills in the relevant activity to which they are guiding, and are encouraged to seek continuing education to better themselves and the programs to which they assist. Field Specialists also have the opportunity to assist in teaching PAC or KIN classes per instructor approval. We create engaging environments for student growth and success. We inspire healthy living by providing quality recreational and educational opportunities for the Oregon State University community.

  • Organization and coordination of PAC or KIN trips, Adventure Club trips, and other activities.
  • Work with the ALI Operations Staff to coordinate trip equipment and personal equipment for all trips.
  • Maintain department specific safety certifications, such as CPR, Wilderness First Aid or Wilderness First Responder.
  • Provide ongoing evaluation and recommendations for the trip process, adjust as needed.
  • Assist in the maintenance, inventory, and cleaning of trip equipment after each outing or program.
  • Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study
  • Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment
  • Must meet the applicable minimal enrollment standard
  • High School student: Regularly enrolled in a high school or participating in a home-schooling program
  • Undergraduate and post-baccalaureate student: 6 credit hours per term
  • Undergraduate international student: 12 credit hours per term
  • Graduate student officially admitted to Graduate School: 5 credit hours per term
  • Graduate international student officially admitted to Graduate School: 9 credit hours per term
  • International students may be allowed to carry fewer hours than specified above and still be considered "full-time" by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). A reduced course load is approved by the Office of International Services (OIS), and must be provided to the Student Employment Center.
  • Wilderness First Aid, Professional Rescuer CPR with AED, DRS Bloodborne Pathogens training.
  • The ALI Field Specialist position is reserved for students who are actively pursuing their Adventure Leadership Certificate with ALI. The minimum requirements to be hired as field staff are Wilderness First Aid or Wilderness First Responder, in addition to LEAD 430/530 Foundations of Adventure Leadership. If you have not taken these courses, you are not eligible for hiring at this time. You are encouraged to enroll in these courses and apply at a later date.
  • This position requires driving a University vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the University; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Motor Vehicle History Check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver's license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions (as per Voluntary and Compulsory Driver Standards OSU Standard 125-155-0200) as per OSU Standard 576-056-0000 et seq.
  • Strong role models, possess excellent conflict resolution skills and respond quickly and effectively in emergency situations.
  • Commitment to student development and leadership.
  • Awareness of safety concerns and risk management within an adventure education setting.
  • Ability to provide positive customer service.
  • Awareness of and appreciation for individual uniqueness and diversity.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Energetic and enjoy working with a variety of people and environments.
  • Reliable, self-motivated, and work well with minimum supervision.
  • Successful completion of LEAD 430/530 Foundations of Adventure Leadership or equivalent.
  • Progress toward and/or completion of the Adventure Leadership Certificate with the Adventure Leadership Institute.
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