Outdoor Education Specialist
Colgate University

Job Info

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Job Category:

Casual Wage

Position Title:

Outdoor Education Specialist

Full Time/Part Time:

Part Time

Division:

Athletics

Department:

Outdoor Education

Hiring Wage/Salary Range:

$20/hr

Department Statement:

Colgate University is a special place to work and offers many unique opportunities, including the ability to work with and among world class faculty and staff at a highly selective residential liberal arts institution. This position provides an opportunity to become familiar with the variety of regular positions that are available at the University, as well as the ability to add employment at a distinct University to your resume.

Successful candidates for this position will earn sick leave, paid time off, free parking, and a University 'Gate Card that provides access to fitness facilities, athletic and cultural events, as well as a discount on many items at the University Bookstore.

This type of appointment is not approved to work more than 999 hours per year for all positions combined. Should incumbents work more than a total of 999 hours in a year the appointment may not continue beyond one year of service.
As a casual wage staff member, you may be called to work in various capacities to facilitate break trips, staff training, climbing wall events, ropes course facilitation, and/or physical education classes for the student body, including but not limited to facilities such as the Outdoor Education Rental Center, Angert Family Climbing Wall, and various remote outdoor environments. Hours will be variable and will include weekend days, and hours outside of normal business hours. Some positions may last for a few hours, whereas some may be full weeks (i.e. spring break trips) depending upon need. Job duties will be based upon the needs of the facility, activity program, and skills required.

Accountabilities:

Temporary employees support full-time Outdoor Education staff by providing a specific skill set to enhance programming for student staff and/or participants.

Professional Experience/ Qualifications:

Must possess significant experience and/or hold certification in one or more outdoor education skill sets:
Outdoor or indoor rock climbing/route setting
Whitewater kayaking
Sea kayaking
Mountain biking
Challenge course facilitation
Wilderness Adventure Pre-Orientation Trips
Must be capable of working collegially with a diverse group of faculty, staff, and students on a daily basis.
Must possess current WFR & CPR certifications (unless being hired for in-town work - i.e. climbing wall, ropes course, etc.)
Position may require a valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous experience working with university-aged students. Relevant knowledge about a specific location, region, or natural environment.

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent, Bachelors preferred.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to perform skills associated with a specialized activity competently. For some activities, you must be able to work long hours outdoors in all weather including but not limited to rain, snow, freezing temperatures, etc - often in remote locations. Must be able to make competent decisions regarding safety and quality programming under physical stress.

Requisition Number:

2023CW047Posting

Temporary:

Yes

Work Schedule:

Hours will be variable and will include weekend days, and hours outside of normal business hours. Some positions may last for a few hours, whereas some may be full weeks (i.e. spring break trips) depending upon need. Job duties will be based upon the needs of the facility, activity program, and skills required.

Job Open Date:

07/17/2023

Open Until Filled:

Yes

EEO Statement:

It is the policy of Colgate University not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of their race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, disability, protected Veterans status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, being or having been victims of domestic violence or stalking, familial status, or any other categories covered by law. Colgate is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Candidates from historically underrepresented groups, women, persons with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

Clery Act:

CAMPUS CRIME REPORTING AND STATISTICS

The Department of Campus Safety will provide upon request a copy of Colgate's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This report includes statistics as reported to the United States Department of Education for the previous three years concerning reported: 1. crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Colgate University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus and 2. fires that occurred in student housing facilities. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security and fire safety, such as policies concerning sexual assault, life safety systems, and other related matters. You may access the report from the Clery Compliance web page at: https://www.colgate.edu/about/offices-centers-institutes/dean-college/campus-safety-staff/clery-compliance. Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via e-mail at cusafety@colgate.edu.

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