Outdoor Adventure Trip Assistant
SJSU Student Union•San Jose, CA
•Onsite
About The Position
The Outdoor Adventures Trip Assistant supports the planning, coordination, and delivery of Outdoor Adventures trips and programs. Under the supervision of the Outdoor Adventures and Rental Center Manager, this position assists with trip logistics, participant engagement, safety procedures, and program operations to help ensure safe, inclusive, and high-quality outdoor experiences.
Requirements
- Current First Aid/CPR/AED certification, American Red Cross preferred, or obtain prior to first shift. Online certifications will not be accepted.
- Must be a matriculated SJSU student and continuously enrolled at least half-time during the academic term. Half-time is defined as follows: Enrollment Status Half-time Units Undergraduate and Post baccalaureate Students 6.0-8.0 hours/semester
- Knowledge of general facility operations, to include basic maintenance and custodial experience preferred.
- Strong customer service and interpersonal skills, ability to manage conflicts.
- Able to lift 45 pounds safely and stand for an extended period of time.
- Maintain a professional appearance and attitude.
Responsibilities
- Assist with program safety by following and enforcing all safety parameters and logistics set forth by the Outdoor Adventures and Rental Center Supervisor in accordance with the policies and procedures of the Student Union.
- Assist with facilitating group dynamics, trip needs, risk management procedures and emergency procedures.
- Assist the Outdoor Adventures and Rental Center Supervisor in creating an environment of learning, physical and psychological safety, and quality service on all Outdoor Adventures programmatic offerings.
- Assist in interpreting and implementing proper policies and procedures on outdoor trips as well as on campus.
- Assist the Outdoor Adventures and Rental Center Supervisor with pre-trip and post-trip administration tasks including but not limited to: designing itineraries and communicating with participants for trips.
- Assist the Outdoor Adventures and Rental Center Supervisor to ensure outdoor equipment and gear are inspected, used properly, and in a safe manner.
- Attend scheduled staff meetings, training days, and workshops.
Benefits
- 40 hours of sick pay during the calendar year.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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