Student Outdoor Pursuits Program Manager
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Job Location:
Lawrence, KS - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
45% - Administrative Duties
Disclaimer
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race color ethnicity religion sex national origin age ancestry disability status as a veteran sexual orientation marital status parental status gender identity gender expression and genetic information in the universitys programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights and Title IX Room 1082 Dole Human Development Center 1000 Sunnyside Avenue Lawrence KSTTY.
Work Schedule
Variable up to 10-15 hours per week.
Contact Information to Applicants
Kirsten King
Position Overview
The Outdoor Pursuit Program Manager is responsible for the daily operation of the Outdoor Pursuits Program and administration of the various program events and staff.
This position will have supervision from the Assistant Director of Outdoor Pursuits and will work closely with the Recreation Services Professional Staff. An Outdoor Pursuits Program Manager must maintain a complete knowledge of the Outdoor Pursuits Program.
Additional Candidate Instruction
In addition to the online application the following documents are required to be considered for this position:
Position Requirements
During the semester term of the appointment the student hourly must be enrolled in no fewer than 6 credit hours. For summer periods the student hourly must: (1) have been enrolled in no less than 6 hours in the past spring semester or (2) be pre-enrolled in the upcoming fall semester in no less than 6 hours or (3) be enrolled in summer session or (4) be admitted to study in the upcoming fall semester. Student Hourlies may be undergraduate or graduate students. (Exceptions granted for GRA/GTA/GA appointments DO NOT apply to Student Hourly appointments).
Employment Conditions
(1) Student employees are not eligible for remote work arrangements unless an exception is approved by the unit leadership and HR.
(2) This is an hourly/non-exempt position. A student employee cannot hold an hourly/non-exempt position and a salaried/exempt graduate or undergraduate position (GRA/GTA/GA/RUA/RGA) concurrently.
- Keep track of rental equipment inventory.
- Communicating with student staff.
- Scheduling student employees to work at the climbing wall and rental center.
- Conducting staff meetings and trainings.
- Represent Outdoor Pursuits to students faculty and community members.
- Conflict resolution of participant issues and suggestions.
- Assist in completing monthly wall inspections.
- Assist in the development of policies and procedures.
- Organize activities for participants and student outreach.
- Acquisition of supplies and equipment.
- Budgetary processes.
- Recognize and assist in mitigating safety hazards which may cause injury including but not limited to the following: poor lighting slippery floors hazardous equipment inclement weather etc.
- Organizing activities for participants.
- Oversee risk management and enforcement of all policies and regulations at the wall.
- Responsible for setup/preparation and breakdown/clean-up of Outdoor Pursuits and Climbing Wall.
- Conduct point-of-sale transactions for renting out equipment.
- Renting and checking-in outdoor equipment.
- Instruct participants on how to utilize outdoor equipment.
- Facilitate teambuilding programs.
- Assist with trips and programs as needed.
- Attending all staff meetings and trainings.
- Assist in all areas of Recreation Services as assigned.
- Utilization of University communication devices.
Disclaimer
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race color ethnicity religion sex national origin age ancestry disability status as a veteran sexual orientation marital status parental status gender identity gender expression and genetic information in the universitys programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights and Title IX Room 1082 Dole Human Development Center 1000 Sunnyside Avenue Lawrence KSTTY.
Work Schedule
Variable up to 10-15 hours per week.
Contact Information to Applicants
Kirsten King
- Enrolled in at least 6 credit hours at KU.
- CPR/First Aid certification (can be completed up to 30 days after hire date).
- Able to commit to at least 10 hours of work per week.
- Previousexperience of climbing and route setting and a knowledge of climbing equipment and outdoor equipment as shown in application materials.
- Previous experience working as KU Outdoor Pursuits Assistant/Specialist of at least 1 semester.
- CPR/AED certification (can be completed up to 30 days after hire date).
- Current belay certification at the KU Chalk Rock Climbing Wall.
- Work Study eligible.
Position Overview
The Outdoor Pursuit Program Manager is responsible for the daily operation of the Outdoor Pursuits Program and administration of the various program events and staff.
This position will have supervision from the Assistant Director of Outdoor Pursuits and will work closely with the Recreation Services Professional Staff. An Outdoor Pursuits Program Manager must maintain a complete knowledge of the Outdoor Pursuits Program.
Additional Candidate Instruction
In addition to the online application the following documents are required to be considered for this position:
- Resume.
- Cover letter detailing outdoor/outdoor pursuits experience.
Position Requirements
During the semester term of the appointment the student hourly must be enrolled in no fewer than 6 credit hours. For summer periods the student hourly must: (1) have been enrolled in no less than 6 hours in the past spring semester or (2) be pre-enrolled in the upcoming fall semester in no less than 6 hours or (3) be enrolled in summer session or (4) be admitted to study in the upcoming fall semester. Student Hourlies may be undergraduate or graduate students. (Exceptions granted for GRA/GTA/GA appointments DO NOT apply to Student Hourly appointments).
Employment Conditions
(1) Student employees are not eligible for remote work arrangements unless an exception is approved by the unit leadership and HR.
(2) This is an hourly/non-exempt position. A student employee cannot hold an hourly/non-exempt position and a salaried/exempt graduate or undergraduate position (GRA/GTA/GA/RUA/RGA) concurrently.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
About Company
Thank you for your interest in employment with the University of Kansas. If you need assistance with the application process please contact Human Resources at [email protected] or 785-864-4946.
