Adventure Program Coordinator

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Organization

Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center

Job Posted

July 9, 2024

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Remote

No

Contact Name

Rebecca Meyer

Contact Email

rebecca.meyer@wolf-ridge.org

Contact Phone

218-353-7414

Deadline to Apply

Location

6282 Cranberry Road
Finland, MN
United States
Join our team of educators who facilitate outdoor learning experiences for thousands of children every year, in addition to families, collegiate program students and adult programs. Wolf Ridge is seeking a new Adventure Program Coordinator to join our team that facilitates year round programming out of our facility in Finland, MN. This position manages a highly diverse set of adventure education programs. Wolf Ridge acknowledges prospective applicants may not have expertise in all areas but is seeking an individual with documented adventure program management and leadership in at least some of the programming areas, along with commitment to build skills and certifications in other areas of need.

Summary

This position is part of the Wolf Ridge team of educators responsible for managing specific programs, teaching classes, writing and maintaining curriculum and facilities, conducting evening and weekend duty, assisting in the training of seasonal staff, and responding to Center emergencies. The Adventure Programs Coordinator manages the learning experiences, training, and facility needs for activities focusing upon personal growth, team building, outdoor skills, wilderness travel and recreation. This position manages and maintains two indoor rock-climbing walls, two high ropes courses, and a wilderness tripping program.

Please review the full position description on Wolf Ridge ELC website.

 

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university; three or more years of related experience and/or training as a teaching naturalist or a certified teacher. Combination of experience and education must relate to program responsibilities. Experience must or is highly preferred to include 1) rock climbing and ropes course facilitation, maintenance, and staff management. 2) wilderness trip leadership including route planning, packing and group leadership skills. 3) adventure program risk management.

 

To apply, please complete an online general application and submit the following to Rebecca Meyer, Program Director at jobs@wolf-ridge.org:

  • Cover letter
  • Curriculum vitae or resume, with thorough descriptions of roles served in adventure program management
  • Three reference contacts with relationship descriptions

For questions, call 218-353-7414

Applications accepted until the position is filled.

Compensation Information

This is a full time, year round position with a $40-43,000 salary, dependent upon experience and certifications, and an outstanding full benefit package including health and other insurance benefits, 4 weeks paid vacation, and a 7% retirement match.