Program Coordinator - Outdoor Stewardship

Position Purpose

As part of the programming team of the Outdoor Programs Office ( OPO ), the Program Coordinator of Outdoor Stewardship delivers outdoor programming and oversees backcountry trails and facilities between Hanover and Mt. Moosilauke. The Program coordinator develops and assists in providing high-quality advising to students, including students in the Dartmouth Outing Club. The position is particularly focused on stewardship and outdoor leadership programming, ensuring it serves Dartmouth’s educational mission. In addition, the Program Coordinator of Outdoor Stewardship manages various aspects of the administrative work necessary to support programming and stewardship including budget management, oversight of seasonal trail staff, and filing end-of-year reports.

Description

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp

Bachelors or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• 2+ years of relevant work experience in trail construction and or management
• Demonstrated experience supervising and managing staff
• Experience with camping and extended outdoor stays
• Ability to drive a van under Dartmouth College Vehicle Policy
• Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness and to serving the needs of a diverse population
• Ability to apply sound problem-solving skills and work independently
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills with students, faculty, administrators, alumni, and others
• Comfort and facility in technological platforms, including MS Office & Google Suite products and database management systems; able to quickly adapt to new systems
• Current Wilderness First Responder certification (or above) or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire
• Physical fitness and skills necessary to lead outdoor activities in remote locations
• Ability to be on-call during evenings and weekends for emergency management. Frequently available after hours for events, meetings, and programs

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in higher education, especially in roles involving student advising
• Outdoor instruction certifications, such as:
  o Certified to operate a chainsaw
  o Leave No Trace Trainer or higher
  o Avalanche safety certifications, such as a Level 1 Pro or above from an AAA -certified training program

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries

Faith Goodness

Department Contact Phone Number

603-646-3015

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title

Willow Nilsen, Associate Director of Outdoor Programs

Department Contact's Phone Number

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.

Background Check

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy


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