Outdoor Pursuits Lead Instructor Part-Time

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelors degree required.
• Certification in Wilderness First Responder (or higher) required.
• Additional certifications through ACA or AMGA or equivalent experience and/or training is required.
• Personal and/or professional climbing/ rafting experience required; must have thorough knowledge of common climbing knots and climb technical skills (include detail in an outdoor resume and log)

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS ABILITIES & BEHAVIORS:

• Demonstrate critical thinking skills in problem solving and decisionmaking.
• Experience with confidentiality privacy and appropriately maintaining records in line with federal state and local laws and best practices.
• Use effective communication skills taking into consideration body language filters listening paraphrasing and questions with customers of diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
• Demonstrates experience in EDI work in the outdoor adventure setting.
• Ability to work with a variety of constituents including parents faculty and trip participants.
• Excellent customer service skills and ability to work in a team environment humor is welcomed!
• Valid Drivers License with clear driving record and ability to drive a van with trailer through city streets and on small forest service roads.
• Certification in Wilderness First Responder (or higher) required.
• Documented professional backcountry experience required. Please provide Outdoor Resume as well.
• Technical training and certifications in outdoor adventure disciplines desired (i.e. WFR Instructor ACA Instructor Single Pitch Instructor.
• Additional certifications through ACA or AMGA or equivalent experience and/or training is required.

APPLICATION: Submit your resume and outdoor resume the position you are applying for (climbing or white water rafting lead or assistant instructor) and any relevant certifications.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES: XClimbing XBalancing XStooping XKneeling XCrouching XCrawling XReaching XStanding XWalking XPushing XPulling XLifting XGrasping XFeeling XTalking XHearing XRepetitive motion

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Sedentary work Light work Medium work XHeavy work Very Heavy work XVisual acuity

At Pacific University we are dedicated to offering experiences that are authentic holistic equityminded and responsive. We understand that diverse perspectives and life experiences contribute to personal and professional growth and help create a thriving community. As we continue to develop our equity practices we actively promote access to opportunities and equitable pay for all employees.

Pacific University is a safe welcoming work environment that values community and collaboration. We believe in fostering a workplace where every employee is respected their contributions are valued and they are provided opportunities to succeed.

Compensation and Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for qualifying employees. Current benefits include:

• Generous paid time off (for vacation holidaysincluding winter breakand sick leave)
• Medical coverage with alternative care options (with innetwork services covered at 100 after payroll deduction)
• Comprehensive dental and vision plans
• Annual 9 retirement contribution after one year of service with no match required
• Free mental health appointments
• Tuition remission for employees and their dependent child(ren) who meet eligibility requirements
• Employerpaid life shortterm disability and longterm disability insurance
• Oncampus benefits including free access to our sports facility and library
• Discounts on campus food bookstore purchases clinic services and outdoor program gear rentals (including kayaks snowshoes and bikes)

Equal Opportunity Employment

Pacific University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to complying with all applicable laws including those concerning employment and workplace policies. We are committed to fostering a diverse equitable and inclusive work environment. We are proud to encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds including those from historically underrepresented groups.

Notice of Nondiscrimination Policy

Pacific University makes all employment decisions without regard to race color national or ethnic origin ancestry age religion or religious creed disability sex gender identity and/or expression sexual orientation military or veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. Applicable laws include but are not limited to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 the Age Discrimination Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Questions or complaints may be directed to the Vice President for Academic Affairs at 2043 College Way Forest Grove OR 97116 or via email at .

Application Process

To apply please upload your application materials along with your Paycom application. Persons who do not follow and complete the application process will not be considered for employment.

Only qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview. During the selection process we will strive to provide timely notifications. The selection process may vary from recruitment to recruitment but typically includes multiple interviews and may take several weeks depending on the position. All qualified applicants will be notified once the selection process has closed.

Offers of employment at Pacific University are contingent upon proof of eligibility to work in the United States and a successful criminal background check.