Up for an Adventure? Get paid to be a Trip Leader for the Outdoor Adventure Program!
<p> Outdoor Adventure Program</p> <div> <p> Adventure Trip Leader Job Posting</p> </div> <p> <strong>Date Open: Tuesday, August 25<sup>th</sup></strong></p> <p> <strong>Date Closed: Tuesday, September 25<sup>th</sup> </strong></p> <p> <strong>Job Title: Adventure Trip Leader</strong></p> <p> <strong>Dates to Know: </strong></p> <p> Hiring Information Session: September 10<sup>th </sup>and 17<sup>th</sup>, 2014 in the Outdoor Adventure Center at 12:30pm and 10:00pm</p> <p> Application Closed: September 25<sup>th</sup>, 2014 at 11:59pm</p> <p> Group Interviews: September 26<sup>th</sup>, 2014 at 2:00pm, 4:00pm, and 6:00pm,</p> <p> Individual Interviews: September 29<sup>th</sup> – October 2<sup>nd</sup></p> <div> <p> Decisions Made and Applicants Notified: October 3<sup>rd</sup></p> </div> <p> <strong>Requirements:</strong></p> <ul> <li> Resume</li> <li> Cover Letter</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p> <strong>Job Description:</strong></p> <p> The Old Dominion University Outdoor Adventure Program is designed to offer students a unique and valuable opportunity to experience the outdoors. The trips program is a part of the OAP that works to facilitate an outdoor experience for our participants that allows them to learn about the outdoors while also gaining a better understanding of themselves. At the core of this program are the Trip Leaders, who are paid staff members who have successfully completed the Apprentice Training Program and have a real passion for the outdoors.</p> <p> It is the job of the Apprentice Trip Leader to desire to become a part of our team and be willing to learn the skills necessary to be successful in the role of trip leader. This process includes training in everything ranging from soft skills such as communication and team building to hard skills such as winter backpacking, wilderness survival, and stand-up paddle boarding. Upon completion of the training program, Apprentices become full trip leaders and are paid for their work as a trip leader.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> <u>Apprentice Trip Leader Responsibilities: </u></p> <ul> <li> Desire to become an apprentice trip leader/adventure trip leader and develop outdoor and leadership skills.</li> <li> Ability to learn how to lead outdoor adventure trips ranging from half day trips to week long trips.</li> <li> Look out for the well-being of all participants and maintain personal safety.</li> <li> Adhere to Outdoor Adventure Program Trip Philosophy during all programs and educate participants.</li> <li> Assist in leading 2+ trips and/or clinics per semester and facilitate positive group interaction.</li> <li> Promote OAP and represent it in a positive way.</li> <li> Provide excellent customer service; be courteous and eloquent at all the times.</li> <li> Work in close collaboration with OAP Coordinator, Graduate Assistant, and Manager to assist in furthering the mission of the Outdoor Adventure Program and the Department of Recreation and Wellness.</li> <li> Attend staff meetings, seminars and trainings as requested including four training weekend trips which will take place over the course of the year, as well as four classroom sessions.</li> </ul> <p style="margin-left:.25in;"> <u>Apprentice Trip Leader Qualifications:</u></p> <ul> <li> Leadership and outdoor experience are preferred.</li> </ul> <ul> <li> First Aid, and CPR certification or ability to obtain within 1 month of hire.</li> <li> Ability to maintain high academic standards with a minimum of 2.0 GPA for Undergraduates/ 3.0 GPA for Graduates.</li> <li> Ability to communicate effectively, a strong work ethic, ability to act in a mature and responsible manner.</li> <li> Willingness to make a minimum of one year commitment to the OAP upon completion of the Apprentice Program, including weekend trips, evening programming, and potential work over extended breaks.</li> <li> Positive work ethics including a team oriented attitude, willingness to help out, a commitment to providing the highest quality programs possible, and a welcoming personality.</li> </ul> <p> **Note: Not all applicants are guaranteed an interview**</p> <p> To Apply:</p> <p> Go to the ODU Careerlink Website and search for “Adventure Trip Leader”, all applications must be submitted through Careerlink.</p> <p> </p> <p> Should you have any questions you can call the Outdoor Adventure Center at 757-683-3389 or contact:</p> <p> </p> <p> Dakota Clifford</p> <p> Trip Leader Manager</p> <p> <a href="mailto:dcliffor@odu.edu">dcliffor@odu.edu</a></p> <p> </p> <p> Tim Posey</p> <p> Trips & LEAP Graduate Assistant</p> <p> tgposey@odu.edu</p>
Posted By: ZENA RAY
Date: Mon Sep 08 12:15:03 EDT 2014