Coordinator of Outdoor Programs

Radford University • Radford, VA

1d • $41,250 • Onsite

About The Position

Guided by our core values, Radford University thrives in an environment where
community, collaboration and inclusiveness are valued. The Outdoor Program
coordinator will serve as a member of the professional staff for the Department
of Student Recreation and Wellness and be a vital part of the Outdoor Program.
This position will manage the day-to-day operations for Outdoor Programs,
including climbing wall operations, equipment rental office, and trip leading.
Additionally, this position will aid the Assistant Director with the
administration and management of the operational and programmatic aspects of
Radford University's Outdoor Program. This may include, but is not limited to:
coordinating logistics and risk management for programs, recruiting,
supervising, training, and evaluating student staff, and programmatic
development. The coordinator will oversee approximately 20 student employees.
This position is expected to provide exemplary customer service, communication
skills, transformational student development, and high-quality experiential
learning programs. In collaboration with the Assistant Director, this position
will assist in the marketing and promotion of programs and services, assessment
and direction of programs, special events, campus partnerships, and purchasing
and budgeting. All members of the Recreation & Wellness staff work to advance
the Models of Practice for the Division of Student Affairs and Radford
University's commitment our student population. Further, staff members advance
the department's safety and risk management initiatives in order to create a
positive and safe environment; promote the department's Vivid Vision for
Recreation and Wellness.

Requirements

• Demonstrated record of outdoor programming and recreation
• Significant experience in leading and managing group outdoor trips (backpacking, rock climbing, caving, canoeing etc.)
• Demonstrated knowledge in risk management and safety best practices
• Experience in student engagement, event planning, presentation or teaching skills
• Strong computer skills, social media experience and communication skills.
• Excellent customer service, and demonstrated ability to manage conflicts, and create an inclusive environment
• Experience using Innosoft Fusion and/or point of sale software.
• An advanced degree in a related field or a bachelor's degree with experience and training equating to an advanced degree.
• Wilderness First Aid
• CPR / First Aid
• Valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with instruction and logistics work from organizations such as Outward Bound and the National Outdoor Leadership School.
• CPR and First Aid instructor.
• Single Pitch Instructor through the AMGA or PCIA or experience equivalent to or beyond
• Leave No Trace Master Educator
• Climbing Wall Instructor
• Swift Water Rescue Instructor

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operations for Outdoor Programs, including climbing wall operations, equipment rental office, and trip leading.
• Aid the Assistant Director with the administration and management of the operational and programmatic aspects of Radford University's Outdoor Program.
• Coordinating logistics and risk management for programs
• Recruiting, supervising, training, and evaluating student staff
• Programmatic development
• Oversee approximately 20 student employees.
• Assist in the marketing and promotion of programs and services, assessment and direction of programs, special events, campus partnerships, and purchasing and budgeting.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees