Field Manager for Semester in the West

$45,760 - $45,760/Yr

Whitman College - Walla Walla, WA

Full-time - Entry Level

Walla Walla, WA

251-500 employees

Educational Services

About the position

The Field Manager for Semester in the West at Whitman College is responsible for overseeing the logistics and operations of an intensive 3-month field program that explores environmental, social, and political issues in the American West. This role involves managing food preparation, supervising students, ensuring safety and hygiene, and facilitating a positive learning environment. The position requires strong organizational and leadership skills, as well as the ability to adapt to various outdoor settings while working closely with students and faculty.

Responsibilities

• Purchase food and plan meals for 25 people.
• Supervise food preparation and cleanup, organizing student 'cook crews'.
• Drive Program Vehicles as needed.
• Organize and supervise camp equipment set-up, maintenance, and takedown.
• Monitor safety and hygiene for all aspects of the program, particularly kitchen hygiene.
• Perform miscellaneous tasks as directed by the Program Director, including errands and group troubleshooting.
• Assist the Technical Manager when needed.
• Update the Field Manager Manual at the end of the program.
• Create a cookbook for the program.

Requirements

• Strong organizational and leadership skills.
• Ability to consistently follow-through on tasks and assignments.
• Strong technical knowledge.
• Ability to actively contribute to Whitman's core values of diversity, equity, inclusion, and antiracism.
• Demonstrated maturity and sagacity in various situations.
• Valid driver's license with 3 years of driving experience.

Nice-to-haves

• Flexibility and adaptability.
• Ability to bring levity to work experiences.
• Experience cooking for large groups.
• Camping experience on longer outings.
• Wilderness First Aid Certification (or equivalent).

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurances.
• Basic life, accidental death and dismemberment, and long-term disability insurances.
• 403(b) Defined Contribution Retirement Plan with a 10% matching contribution after eligibility requirements are met.
• Paid Time Off: 10 accrued vacation days, 12 accrued sick days, 13 paid holidays.
• Tuition Remission for dependent children.
• Employee tuition waiver for two Whitman courses per semester.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Relocation benefits for eligible employees.