Outdoor Leadership & Education Coordinator

Posted by Lycoming College on 09/06/2021

Job Basics

Industry Sector: Action, Bike, Fitness, Lifestyle, Outdoor

Job Categories: Business Opportunities, Camp Staff & Counselors, Outdoor Education

Company Type:

State: PA

City: Williamsport

Country: United States

Required Experience: 1 - 3 years

Contact Name: Human Resources

Contact Phone: 570-321-4042

Job Type: Part Time

Salary:

Required to Relocate:

Required to Travel:

Employee May Telecommute: No

Job Seeker Must Live Within:

Job Description & Requirements

Lycoming College is now accepting applications for the part-time position of Outdoor Leadership & Education Coordinator.   This position aids in the facilitation of co-curricular education and leadership development of students through intentional adventure-based programming.  The Coordinator works collaboratively with the Director to facilitate the Lycoming College climbing wall in equipment management, wall maintenance/route setting, supervision, and climbing wall staff training.  Additionally, the Coordinator leads 2 field-based programs each semester. This position on average is for about 5 hours per week with the exception of trips and/or programs and does require irregular hours in the evening and weekends along with travel.

Requirements & Qualifications:  

• Bachelor’s Degree
• CPR/AED Certified (or ability to obtain within 3 months of employment)
• Wilderness First Responder certification (or ability to obtain within 3 months of employment)
• Valid Driver’s license with a motor vehicle record that is compliant with Lycoming College vehicle use policy.
• Adventure-based field leadership experience in one or more of the following activity specific pursuits:
  • Backpacking
  • Expedition Canoeing
  • Rock Climbing
  • Kayak Touring
  • SCUBA
  • Bike Touring
• Experience with climbing wall maintenance, route-setting, and climbing wall management.

To Apply:

Please go to:  

https://lycomingcollege.applytojob.com/apply/tLHaiyI9QG/Outdoor-Leadership-Education-Coordinator

Tosubmit a resume, cover letter, and three professional references along with their contact information.  A criminal background check, motor vehicle record check, and pre-employment drug screening will occur post offer.

Founded in 1812, Lycoming College is one of the nation’s oldest and most respected residential liberal arts colleges. Lycoming is ranked by Forbes as a Top ROI College and by The Princeton Review as one of The 386 Best Colleges. Lycoming College’s strong endowment-per-student and fiscal acumen provide the foundation to support a first-rate undergraduate education. The College is dedicated to providing a high-quality liberal arts and sciences education including more than 100 majors, minors, and concentrations. Our community of scholars collaborates with and mentors our diverse student body of 1,200 active learners, including 37 percent international and domestic students of color, representing 39 states, territories, and countries. Students compete in 17 NCAA Division III sports, participate in faculty-driven research, thrive in a robust program of internships, and study abroad in more than two dozen countries. Lycoming is located in Williamsport, PA, a city rich in the arts and ideally situated for outdoor recreation. Williamsport is the site of a world-class healthcare system (UPMC Susquehanna), modern manufacturing, federal offices and county seat, energy and natural gas resources, and home to and the birthplace of the Little League World Series. Learn more at www.lycoming.edu.

Lycoming College proudly celebrates and values diversity. We are committed to fostering an inclusive campus community supporting all faculty, staff, and students. We encourage applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and all who are interested in supporting and contributing to our mission. Lycoming College is an equal opportunity employer.

About Lycoming College

Lycoming College is now accepting applications for the part-time position of Outdoor Leadership & Education Coordinator.   This position aids in the facilitation of co-curricular education and leadership development of students through intentional adventure-based programming.  The Coordinator works collaboratively with the Director to facilitate the Lycoming College climbing wall in equipment management, wall maintenance/route setting, supervision, and climbing wall staff training.  Additionally, the Coordinator leads 2 field-based programs each semester. This position on average is for about 5 hours per week with the exception of trips and/or programs and does require irregular hours in the evening and weekends along with travel.