Job Description
Posting Details Position Information
Position Number 012508
Functional Title Programming Coordinator, Outdoor Recreation & Education
Position Type Administration - Staff
Position Eclass EP - EHRA 12 mo leave earning
University Information Located in North Carolina's third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal - helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, UNCG is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University's 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B.
Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit The Department of Recreation and Wellness is a broad program located in the Division of Student Affairs, which includes organized and informal sports, fitness, outdoor adventure, and experiential education programming. Our mission is to foster comprehensive wellness by engaging students and the UNCG community in experiential and educational opportunities. We promote lifelong success through meaningful and inclusive programs and resources.
Position Summary Reporting to the Assistant Director of Outdoor Recreation & Education, the Programming Coordinator will serve as a leader within the department's outdoor recreation and education team - Outdoor Adventures. Outdoor Adventures is responsible for oversight of the indoor climbing and bouldering walls; equipment rental center; adventure trips and workshops; team development programs; and Piney Lake informal recreation and events. The Outdoor Adventures team consists of one full-time Assistant Director, two full-time Coordinators, and two part-time Graduate Assistants. This coordinator position is responsible for developing high-impact outdoor recreation experiences for the UNCG community. This position directly supervises 30+ student employees.
In addition, the Outdoor Adventures team is responsible for developing and implementing a shared vision guided by departmental goals that are aligned with the Division of Student Affairs' strategic plan. Outdoor Adventures plays a key role with leveraging specific strategies around health and wellbeing as well as student learning and success. Outdoor recreation and education programming are critical to RecWell's ability to further promote social, physical, environmental, and career dimensions of well-being for the UNCG community. This position is uniquely positioned to contribute to student learning and student success by providing space for UNCG students to build community through welcoming and inclusive outdoor recreation opportunities.
Minimum Qualifications - Bachelor's Degree.
- Minimum of one year of full-time work experience in the outdoor recreation field; two years of a Graduate Assistantship counts as one year of experience.
- Previous supervisory experience (part-time and/or student employees).
- Direct experience with risk management of outdoor recreation programs.
- Demonstrated experience designing and leading single and multi-day adventure trips in several of the following outdoor recreation activities: rock climbing, caving, backpacking, hiking, sea kayaking, flatwater kayaking, whitewater kayaking, whitewater rafting, stand-up-paddle boarding, surfing, biking, and skiing/snowboarding.
- Current American Red Cross First Aid and CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers certification (or ability to obtain within first 30-days of employment).
- Current Wilderness First Responder Certification.
- Valid driver's license.
Additional Required Certifications, Licensures, and Certificates - Current American Red Cross First Aid and CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers certification (or ability to obtain within first 30-days of employment).
- Current Wilderness First Responder Certification.
- Valid driver's license.
Preferred Qualifications - Master's Degree.
- Experience designing and implementing outdoor recreation special event programming.
- Instructor certifications from one or more of the following organizations: Leave No Trace (LNT); American Canoe Association (ACA); Professional Climbing Instructors' Association (PCIA); American Mountain Guides Association (AMGA) Single Pitch Instructor.
- Experience with Innosoft Fusion recreation management software.
- Ability to work in a team-oriented environment that is focused on delivering high-impact experiences.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Direct budget management experience.
- Marketing, promotions, and communications experience.
Special Instructions to Applicants Recruitment Range $45,000
Org #-Department Recreation and Wellness - 44801
Job Open Date 01/22/2025
For Best Consideration Date 02/04/2025
Job Close Date 02/12/2025
Open Until Filled No
FTE 1.000
Type of Appointment Permanent
If time-limited, please specify end date for appointment. Number of Months per Year 12
FLSA Exempt University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Job Tags
Permanent employment, Full time, Part time, Work experience placement,