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Hamden, CT - USA

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Not Disclosed

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Job Description

Job Title:QU Outdoors InstructorDepartment:Campus RecreationStudent Employment Type:Non-Federal Work-StudyResponsibilities:
  • Climbing Wall Attendant
    • Ensure participant safety at the climbing wall
    • Open and close the climbing wall
    • Check in and supervise climbers
    • Teach belay courses and conduct belay tests
    • Inspect and manage equipment inventory
    • Set climbing routes (with approval from the Assistant Director)
    • Maintain the climbing wall and facility
    • Attend regular Outdoors staff meetings and all-staff training
    • Perform other duties as assigned
  • Trip Leader
    • Plan lead and evaluate wilderness-based adventure activities such as backpacking rock climbing and paddling
    • Lead single-day to multi-day field-based wilderness trips
    • Teach and promote Leave No Trace wilderness ethics
    • Instruct participants in the use of outdoor equipment
    • Manage risk and ensure safety for all adventure programs
    • Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
  • Strong interpersonal oral and written communication skills
  • Willingness to learn new skills
  • Current CPR certification required (training available)

Trip Leader specific qualifications:

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word Excel Outlook)
  • Ability to work in a group think critically problem-solve and manage risk
  • Leadership experience preferred
  • Current Wilderness First Aid certification or higher required (training available)
  • Valid drivers license with the ability to complete 12-passenger van training
  • Must be at least 20 years of age
Hours of Position:
  • Climbing Wall: Afternoons and evenings
  • Trip Leader: Primarily weekends
  • Less that 15hrs per week
Required Documents for Application:
  • Application
  • Resume
Instructions to Applicants:Click Apply at the top of the page. Complete the required application.

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