Program Coordinator-Rock and Ice

Required Skills: 

• 2+ years of relevant work experience in outdoor program delivery
• Experience with camping and extended outdoor stays
• Technical expertise in climbing and mountain sports
• Ability to drive a van under College Vehicle Policy
• Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness and to serving the needs of a diverse population
• Ability to apply sound problem-solving skills and work independently
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, faculty, administrators, alumni, and others Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Comfort and facility in technological platforms, including MS Office & Google Suite products and database management systems; able to quickly adapt to new systems
• Current Wilderness First Responder certification (or above) or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire
• Physical fitness and skills necessary to lead outdoor activities
• Ability to be on-call during evenings and weekends for emergency management. Frequently available after hours for events, meetings, and programs

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in higher education, especially in roles involving student advising
• Outdoor instruction certifications, such as: Rock climbing certifications, such as AMGA Single Pitch Instructor or above Paddling certifications, such as:
  • Swift water rescue
  • ACA Level 3 (river/flatwater) or Levels 4 or 5 (whitewater) in a particular paddling discipline
• Avalanche safety certifications, such as a Level 1 Pro or above from an AAA-certified training program