Adventure coordinator

Stout Adventures Coordinator

Employer Location Menomonie, WI Start date May 6, 4 Closing date Jun 5, 4

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JOB DETAILS :

The University of Wisconsin-Stout is accepting applications for a full-time -month academic staff position for the Recreation & Athletics Department.

The Stout Adventures Coordinator reports to the Associate Director of Recreation in all aspects of the position responsibilities.

The official University Title for this position is Recreation Program Supervisor. To view the primary job description, click on this link .

This position serves as a member of the Rec / Athletic Department and as such, participates in all departmental functions.

The intended start date is August 1, 4.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum / Required

• Bachelor's degree in Outdoor Recreation, Health, Physical Education, Recreation, Business, or related field
• Minimum two years of experience developing and / or implementing adventure / outdoor recreation programs, including climbing wall, challenge course, trips, clinics, or related experiences
• Minimum two years of experience supervising employees

Preferred

• Professional level certifications related to climbing, trip leading, first aid, and water sports (e.g. CWI, WFA, Red Cross Instructor) or willing to become certified
• Working experience within a campus outdoor recreation program

RESPONSIBILITIES

Climbing Wall, Equipment Rental & Stout Adventures General Operations

• Manage all aspects of Stout Adventures and the climbing wall, including membership sales, preventative maintenance of equipment, purchasing of new equipment, and budget reconciliation
• Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and evaluate student managers, and approximately climbing wall employees
• Oversee the management and maintenance of all equipment utilized for rental and trips
• Assist in the management of the Stout Adventures budget
• Coordinate, implement, and develop the ROCKFEST climbing competition, as well as other special events
• Actively participate in the planning of the Midwest Climbing Series
• Oversee all cash management processes for Stout Adventures
• Maintain all Stout Adventures-related pages of the University Recreation website
• Foster positive relationships on and off campus to promote Stout Adventures within the UW-Stout and Menomonie communities
• Maintain a positive, clean, safe, and inclusive environment in Stout Adventures and all related programs / facilities
• Continuously assess policies and processes to improve overall program quality
• Manage the Stout Bikes program in coordination with UW-Stout Sustainability

Challenge Course

• Oversee the Challenge Course and all implements and equipment included in the course
• Promote and schedule the Challenge Course to UW-Stout groups, the Menomonie community, and surrounding area, and meet annual reservation / revenue targets
• Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and evaluate approximately Challenge Course facilitators
• Schedule and conduct routine maintenance inspections for all Challenge Course elements and equipment
• Maintain and regularly update the Challenge Course Risk Management and Emergency Action Plan

Trips & Clinics

• Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and evaluate trip leaders in a variety of activities such as rock climbing, backpacking, canoeing, skiing, kayaking, etc.
• Supervise all aspects of trip and clinic planning, including registration, pre-trip meetings, equipment needs, and safety procedures
• Maintain and regularly update the domestic & international trips risk management and emergency action plans
• Lead trips as needed

Miscellaneous

• Organize and coordinate all aspects of American Red Cross trainings for three professional and approximately student employees in University Recreation and instruct courses
• Maintain records of all University Recreation staff certifications
• Serve as a liaison and coordinate American Red Cross trainings for various UW-Stout departments
• Assist in the planning and implementation of the Annual Blue Devil Run
• Assist in departmental student development, including advising a student committee
• Development and delivery of All-Staff Online Training Modules
• Assist in evaluation and distribution of Urec Grant
• Serve as lead of enhancing student employee engagement through team building activities and outings
• Assist with implementation of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging initiatives with professional and student staff
• Lead the Student Engagement Committee in planning staff activities for the department
• Provide feedback and direction to marketing staff for Stout Adventures projects
• Initiate collaborations across campus and participate in campus committees that directly work with University Recreation
• All other duties deemed appropriate for the program and departments continual growth

DEPARTMENT INFORMATION

A place for lifelong engagement, healthy activity, and experiential learning "

University Recreation is committed to adding value to the UW-Stout experience through enhancing opportunities for personal development, healthy living, and community building through participation in diverse, fun, and safe programs.

The University Recreation staff fulfills its mission and vision through sound decision-making based on the following core values : Experiential education opportunities, teamwork and collaboration, inclusive programming, responsible and responsive resource management, and honesty, integrity, and ethical behavior.

University Recreation is committed to inclusion to all who utilize our services. We respect and appreciate all individuals and their individual differences.

Urec will not tolerate discrimination or harassment by or towards any individuals in our programs or facilities. Our goal is to create a continually evolving and growing culture of equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging for all.

To learn more about our operations and programs visit : University Recreation University of Wisconsin - Stout (uwstout.edu)

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Applications received by end of day, May , 4 are ensured full consideration. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

To apply, click on the APPLY button or go to :

Required application materials :

1. Cover letter (* See below)

2. Curriculum vitae or resume

3. Names and contact information for a minimum of three (3) professional references

• Please use your cover letter to speak to each of the Minimum / Required

Last updated : 2024-05-08