Outdoor Adventures Coordinator Jobs

Position Function

The primary function of the Outdoor Adventures Coordinator is to assist the Assistant Director of Facilities and Outdoor Programming in carrying out a comprehensive program of recreational activities and services, specifically outdoor programming. This includes program development, fiscal management, and supervision of personnel administering those programs

Salary Grade : 13

Please see Staff Compensation Structure or Skilled Crafts and Service Maintenance Compensation Schedule for salary ranges. For salary grade UC, these positions are "Unclassified" and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with other departmental staff to define facility needs and schedule appropriately.
• Communicate with Outdoor Adventures student staff regarding policies and rules, and schedules.
• Develop, review, and enforce policies and procedures related to the climbing wall, low-ropes course, and adventure trips.
• Develop, promote and implement a comprehensive Outdoor Adventures program consisting of adventure trips, outdoor educational clinics, and team building initiatives. This includes the scheduling trips, clinics, and special events.
• Recruit, hire, train, schedule, supervise, and evaluate Outdoor Adventures student staff. Actively incorporate Departmental Vision, Mission, and Values into staff training and development.
• Work with the Assistant Director to create, implement and regularly review an ongoing 3 year plan for the Outdoor Adventures program to incorporate Divisional priorities as they relate to the Student Affairs strategic plan and student learning priorities.
• Work with the Business Services Staff in developing and managing Outdoor Adventures program budgets, payroll, spending, and revenue from external programming.
• Implement risk management procedures for outdoor adventure programs. Develop and facilitate training for all Outdoor Adventure participants.
• The Outdoor Adventures Coordinator directly supervises 10 Outdoor Adventures student employees

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Outdoor recreation, sports management, higher education, or related field

Experience: 2 years managing collegiate outdoor recreation programming or related experience

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in a related field.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Ability to foster a positive, cooperative work environment
• Proficiency in written and oral communication skills and utilization of computers
• Ability to comply with all policies and regulations of Mississippi State University and enforce policies that apply to University Recreation programs and services
• Ability to work independently or as a member of a team
• Employee development and performance management skills
• Ability to plan, organize, and implement outdoor programs, clinics, and events
• Ability to supervise and train student employees, to include organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Must be able to lead a variety of outdoor adventure trips.

Will be required to work outdoors despite inclement weather conditions when necessary

Instructions For Applying

Link to apply: http://explore.msujobs.msstate.edu/

Please complete the MSU Online Employment Application and submit Resume and Cover Letter.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

MSU is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy, gender identity, status as a U.S. veteran, and/or any other status protected by applicable law. We always welcome nominations and applications from women, members of any minority group, and others who share our passion for building a diverse community that reflects the diversity in our student population.

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