Logistics Coordinator

Voyageur Outward Bound School•Ely, MN

1h•$15 - $17•Onsite

About The Position

The Logistics Coordinator (LC) plays a central role in facilitating the smooth operation of the Trips facility during the peak summer season. Patience, kindness and a sense of humor are paramount - we operate in a fast- paced environment and deal with a wide variety of personalities, often under time and resource pressure. Responsible for issuing gear to instructors and ensuring its good condition, as well as managing the overall flow of crews, LCs form the backbone of the logistics team. Duties include picking cages, processing laundry, restocking the food room, and maintaining building cleanliness. Additionally, LCs may supervise interns and volunteers and handle constant inquiries regarding gear and food supplies. Strong attention to detail and adherence to high standards in combination with the ability to communicate these needs to others is essential in supporting our summer expeditions.

Requirements

Equipment repair and maintenance
Strong technical abilities in one of the following categories: Sewing, boat repair, stove repair, zippers
Willingness to learn how to do the above as needed
Flexibility - ability to adapt quickly to changing circumstances and new information.
Creativity— innovate for success; identify and scope new solutions with finite resources.
Proactivity—identify and elevate opportunities to solve problems.
Entrepreneurial Spirit—self starter who can tolerate ambiguity, seek opportunities, and learn by doing.
Cultural Competence -ability to recognize and appreciate patterns of cultural differences and commonalities and to shift cultural perspective and change behavior in culturally appropriate and authentic ways.
Administrative – familiarity with computer-based systems like Microsoft Word, Excel, and Google Drive.
Organization & prioritization - detail-oriented and able to understand and follow systems; manage work so that it aligns priorities and tasks to daily needs.
Communication—ability to share ideas and information effectively with different audiences; ability to listen with the intent to understand.
Decision Making - The ability to make sound and timely decisions that accomplish goals, even in the face of uncertainty or high-pressure situations.
Continual Learning - An interest in and commitment to knowing oneself; ability to assess and recognize ones’ strengths and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement through formal and informal channels including feedback, training, and goal setting.
Collaboration—Ability to work with people to effectively meet shared objectives, while encouraging the open expression of ideas.
Conflict Management - Ability to manage and resolve conflict productively and with minimal negative impact.
Age 21 or older.
Acceptable driving record based on VOBS grading criteria.

Responsibilities

Logistics Support
Participate in and provide exceptional warehouse and food room organization, operation and cleanliness.
Supply, clean, and issue all equipment and clothing for courses.
Maintain the student clothing closet in a clean and organized fashion.
Perform needed repairs, acting within areas of expertise (sewing, boat repair, stove repair, zippers). Learn other repair skills on the job, as needed.
Prepare equipment inventories and check for gear to be retired.
In coordination with the Ely Head Logistics Coordinator, work within present systems to alert the Logistics Manager to anticipated shortages of food and gear.
Bake flappers and other summer bars.
Basecamp Support
Actively participate in all-school functions, events, and daily chores.
Work cooperatively with other team members to support instructional staff and students.
Support program as needed, including driving and other duties.
Ensure that the school store is stocked and ready to go.
Other duties as assigned.
Training
Work alongside Interns and Volunteers, training them in various tasks needed to support courses, general logistics and basecamp operations.
Safety Management
Participate as needed to support the basecamp’s on-call field response system. This generally means helping evacuation teams get food and gear ready for their trip, plus helping them with route and packing info. Occasionally it could include driving and paddling/hiking to help with an evacuation.
Adhere to local operating procedures, safety policies and emergency procedures as outlined in the field staff manual.