Outdoor Adventures Facilitator

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Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Outdoor Adventures Facilitator

The Department of Campus Recreation is seeking to fill the position of Outdoor Adventures Facilitator. This entry level position is responsible for facilitating high quality outdoor/adventure experiences for individuals and groups in the Penn State community and beyond.

Primary responsibilities include providing excellent customer service, facilitating a positive culture of risk management, and assisting with daily operations of program/facility areas. These responsibilities may be conducted in a variety of environments and roles including group-based teambuilding (indoor & outdoor), indoor climbing facilities, Stone Valley Recreation Area (boat rentals, outdoor climbing structures, facility rentals, general recreation), outdoor trip leading, and the Outdoor Adventures Rental Center. This position may include driving University vehicles and trailers.

Prior outdoor leadership experience welcomed but not required. Applicants should possess a desire to learn new skills, develop facilitation/leadership abilities, and interact with others in dynamic and challenging settings. All Facilitators will receive training in general facilitation, customer service and risk management skills. Additional site and/or role specific training is available to create opportunities for professional development and advancement (see Outdoor Adventures Lead Facilitator and Supervisor positions).

Facilitators should expect to work a minimum of 1-2 afternoons/evenings per week and 5-6 weekends per semester. Programs and facility coverage may include overnight shifts. A minimum of 10-12 hours/week is expected (with potential for up to 24 hours/week). Must attend mandatory staff development workshops and trainings (Monday nights, 6-8pm).

Campus Recreation is a department within Student Affairs that provides fitness, wellness, and recreational programs to the campus community through the operation and administration of the new expanded and renovated 200,000 of Intramural Building, the McCoy Natatorium, the 700-acre Stone Valley Outdoor Recreation Area, a Tennis Center including six clay courts and four indoor courts, the White Building, Outdoor Adventures, Aquatics, Club Sports, Fitness and Wellness Programs, and Intramural Sports.

This job requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid US driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and be accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

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University Park, PA