Gear Library & Lodging Operations Associate

APPALACHIAN MOUNTAIN CLUB • Blairstown, NJ

4d • $17 - $19 • Onsite

About The Position

The Part-Time Seasonal Gear Library Coordinator supports gear lending and lodging operations at Mohican Outdoor Center. This role ensures that outdoor equipment is accessible, organized, and well maintained for AMC members, lodging guests, volunteers, and partner groups including AMC's Outdoor Journey Fund programming. The Coordinator plays an important role in creating a welcoming and inclusive experience while helping reduce barriers to outdoor participation.

Requirements

• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Customer service or hospitality experience
• Interest in outdoor recreation
• Ability to lift and move gear up to 40 pounds
• Availability to work flexible hours including weekends

Nice To Haves

• Experience with outdoor equipment such as camping, hiking, paddling, or winter gear
• Familiarity with gear maintenance or repair
• Experience working with volunteers or community groups
• Interest in expanding access to the outdoors

Responsibilities

• Manage gear check-out and return for guests, members, and AMC groups
• Fit and distribute equipment based on user needs and experience levels
• Maintain reservation systems and track gear usage
• Inspect, clean, and maintain gear to ensure safety and quality
• Track inventory and support regular audits
• Identify repair or replacement needs and coordinate with Gear Library team
• Perform minor gear repairs when needed and identify more involved repair/replacement needs and coordinate with gear library team
• Provide friendly, knowledgeable customer service
• Offer basic instruction on gear use and outdoor preparedness during the checkout process
• Support a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment
• Ensure all guests have signed online gear rental waivers
• Communicate regularly with AMC’s Gear Library team to manage inventory and ensure high quality standards
• Work with Mohican hospitality staff to align gear needs with on-site needs
• Support volunteer-led trips and group programs with gear distribution
• Various accessible tasks required at the camp, as determined by the manager.

Benefits

• Insurance: Available with positions that are 6 months or longer and when working greater than 30 hours per week
• Retirement: Voluntary 403(b) Contribution
• Paid Time Off: earn up to 10 days of paid earned time depending on length of service
• 30% discount on AMC Merchandise
• Free Annual AMC Membership
• 4 Free nights at AMC locations
• Prodeals discounts on equipment & gear and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees