Outdoor Instructor
Posted by REI on 04/10/2019
Job Basics
Industry Sector: Action, Bike, Fitness, Lifestyle, Outdoor, WaterSports
Job Categories: , Guide (raft,fish,bike hunt,horse etc.), Instructor Including Ski & Patrol, Outdoor Education
Company Type: Accessories, Apparel/SoftGoods, Events, HardGoods/Equipment, Nutrition, TravelandTourism
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Country: United States
Required Experience: 1 - 3 years
Job Type: Part Time
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Employee May Telecommute: No
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Job Description & Requirements
REI is hiring Outdoor Instructors in multiple locations across the US. Please see REI.jobs for more details.
Do you want to play outside for a living? Are you thinking to yourself, what could be better? Great news! REI is currently hiring Outdoor Instructors! The REI Outdoor Programs is a place where people can learn the basics needed to embark on a new adventure. In this role, you will provide the gear and instruction to REI members and customers for activities which include: Rock Climbing, Kayaking, Stand-Up Paddle boarding, Mountain Biking, Road Cycling, Hiking, Backpacking, Camping, Natural History, Outdoor Photography and Navigation Outings for both Map & Compass and GPS. Combine your passion with your work. Responsibilities for this position include:
- Successfully lead REI Outdoor programs
- Teach in-store educational classes and in-the-field programs for REI customers to include delivery of class content, customer service during the outing, and the safety of all the participants
- Maintain equipment and coordinate outing logistics
- Coach large groups of people and lead instructional events and give effective feedback to participants
- Knowledge in the course content, demonstrating the designated activity or sport with safety and skill
- Partner with store management teams, market coordinator teams, local business partners as well as local outdoor organizations
- This position reports to the REI Outdoor Programs Market Manager
Bring your passion and expertise
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in outdoor education with experience teaching and/or guiding outdoor programs.
- Demonstrated outdoor leadership skills to include excellent teaching and presentation abilities, and planning and organizational skills
- Proven analytical and problem solving skills
- Commitment to extraordinary customer service with the ability to effectively resolve difficult customer issues
- Applicable certification or equivalent experience in technical outdoor education preferred
- Regional knowledge of local outdoor venues and resources is highly desirable
- Knowledge of legal and risk management issues related to outdoor education
- Required Certification in Wilderness First Aid and CPR
- Valid driver’s license with no negative incidents and ability to acquire commercial driver’s license which includes medical screen and to pass a drug screen
- Experience as a Wilderness First Responder (preferred)
- Computer skills using MS PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, and the Internet
Why you'll love it here
- A workplace built on respect, integrity, and balance
- Healthcare coverage for full-time employees
- A competitive bonus/ incentive program
- REI Retirement Plan
- Generous gear and merchandise discount
- Paid time off
- Professional growth and development opportunities