OAR Trip Facilitator

POSITION SUMMARY: The Outdoor Adventure and Recreation (OAR) Trip Facilitator is responsible for assisting in the coordination of OAR trip programming including organizing, facilitating, enforcing policies, and managing risk.JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: Assists with the management and oversight of student trip leaders Leads outdoor trips and other OAR programs as demand and opportunity indicate Becomes a University of Richmond approved driver and drive 12 passenger University van when facilitating trips Attends and participates in departmental employee training programs. Facilitates periodic in-service trainings for employees in assigned areas. Advocates for awareness and understanding of the importance of diversity and inclusion as it relates to all people in Health & Well-being facilities, programs, and communications. Performs all duties under a commitment to work effectively with students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds. Advocates for the educational and cultural benefits of providing diversity and inclusion in Health & Well-being.SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Supervises student staff on OAR trips in the absence of the Manager - Adventure and Leadership.WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL EFFORT: Requires medium lifting-up to 50 lbs. Requires employee to work evenings and weekends. Friday and Saturday availability is required.QUALIFICATIONS:Knowledge, skills & ability:Required Current Wilderness First Aid Certification required within 30 days of employment Current CPR/AED certification required within 30 days of employment. Certification required before approved to work independently outside of the Weinstein Center for Recreation. Must maintain current driver's license, become approved as a university driver (requires 3 year driving history), an OAR approved trailer driver, and feel comfortable driving a 12-passenger van. All required for independent trip leading. Ability to read, interpret and enforce policies and procedures Ability to resolve disruptive situations and maintain confidentiality Ability to balance a variety of tasks with competency and accuracy Able to work a flexible schedule including some weekends, evenings, and holidays/breaksPreferred Wilderness First Responder Certification Outdoor recreation/education certifications: ACA, AMGA, NOLS, Outward Bound, WEA, LNT Strong oral and written communication skills, knowledge of the recreation profession, and commitment to growth in recreation Knowledge and experience with outdoor leadership and soft facilitation skillsEducation & experience: Bachelor's degree in Health, Physical Education or Recreation related field preferred, but may be substituted with appropriate experience, knowledge, skills and abilities Demonstrated knowledge and experience in outdoor instruction and risk management.- Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff and student environment or commitment to do so as a staff member at University of RichmondSalary Grade 2: $15.15 to $18.00 per hour.Schedule: Flexible and varies. Weekends and evenings.