Trip Leader
Trip Leader
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APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
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If you are NOT a current employee or student please click Apply and complete the application process for external applicants.
Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional information on remote work at Penn State seeNotice to Out of State Applicants.
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
The Department of Campus Recreation is seeking Penn State students to fill the position of Trip Leader. Trip Leaders are responsible for leading outdoor/adventure trips and activities including (but not limited to) hiking backpacking caving rock climbing canoeing kayaking whitewater rafting and mountaineering. This includes driving University vehicles and trailers teaching technical skills facilitating positive group development managing risks supervising meal preparation and communicating effectively with coleaders. Planning and preparation for trips including developing a trip itinerary menu planning/food prep requesting/packing equipment communicating with participants and completing all paperwork. Complete posttrip tasks including proper cleanup and return of all equipment posttrip reports and giving and receiving peer feedback.
Must attend mandatory biweekly staff meetings and participate in ongoing staff development workshops and trainings. Must successfully complete the 10day Outdoor Leadership Training Course and possess a valid Wilderness First Aid (WFA) and CPR (or higher) certification. (WFA and CPR certification may be obtained within 1 semester of hire date.
Prior outdoor/adventure leadership experience encouraged but not required. Individuals should possess a desire to learn new skills develop leadership abilities and interact with others in dynamic and challenging settings. Hours vary depending on trip schedules but Trip Leaders should expect to work 12 evenings per week and 56 weekends per semester. Trip Leaders are also expected to work at least one shift 23 hours) per week in the Rental Center.
Campus Recreation is a department within Student Affairs that provides fitness wellness and recreational programs to the campus community through the operation and administration of the new expanded and renovated 200000 sf Intramural Building the McCoy Natatorium the 700acre Stone Valley Outdoor Recreation Area a Tennis Center including six clay courts and four indoor courts the White Building Outdoor Adventures Aquatics Club Sports Fitness and Wellness Programs and Intramural Sports.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988 Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security such as those concerning alcohol and drug use crime prevention the reporting of crimes sexual and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race color religion age sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability please contact.
Employment Type
Part-Time
