Outdoor Adventures Fall Break Expedition Leader
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Job Location:
University Park, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
The Department of Campus Recreation is seeking to fill the position of Fall Break Expedition Leader.
Expedition Leaders are responsible for leading extended trips and including (but not limited to):
- Hiking backpacking caving rock climbing
- Canoeing kayaking whitewater rafting mountaineering
- Driving University vehicles and trailers
- Teaching technical skills
- Facilitating positive group development
- Managing risks
- Supervising meal preparation
- Communicating effectively with co-leaders
Planning and preparation for trips including:
- Developing a trip itinerary
- Menu planning/food prep
- Requesting/packing equipment; with or without accommodations
- Communicating with participants
- Completing all paperwork
Complete post-trip tasks including:
- Proper cleanup and return of all equipment
- Post-trip reports
- Giving and receiving peer feedback
Requirements/Qualifications
Must successfully complete the 10-day Outdoor Leadership Training Course and maintain a valid Wilderness First Aid (WFA) and CPR (or higher) certification.
Should have documented outdoor/adventure leadership experience in the form of an experience log and possess the skills knowledge and experience to lead trips in at least 1 activity.
May require the ability to work in an outdoor environment in adverse weather conditions including extreme heat and cold.
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 200000 sf Intramural Building the McCoy Natatorium the 700-acre 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.
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid drivers license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.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 assault and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
EEO IS THE LAW
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