Adaptive Sports Coordinator - Cycling Specialist

Adaptive Sports Coordinator Job Description – Cycling Specialist

The Adaptive Sports Coordinator is a valued position within Adaptive Adventures program team. The Adaptive Sports Coordinator assists with the planning, implementation and execution of adaptive sports programs including but not limited to cycling, climbing, kayaking, paddle boarding, dragon boat racing, waterskiing and skiing. The Adaptive Sports Coordinator plays an important role in maintaining Adaptive Adventures’ positive, empowering and inclusive culture. This position reports to the Adaptive Sports Lead and Program Manager.

Adaptive Adventures is currently seeking to add an Adaptive Sports Coordinator to our team in Westminster, Colorado. This position will specialize in supporting the adaptive cycling program and should be filled by someone with a significant passion for cycling and mechanical skills. The Adaptive Sports Coordinator will assist and lead ongoing programs in Colorado and occasionally travel to serve other areas of the country. This position cannot be executed remotely and individuals should expect a varied schedule consistent with recreation programs including evenings and occasional weekends.

General Responsibilities Include the Following:

Program Planning and Operations

• Collaborates with the Program Director, National Program Managers and fellow Adaptive Sports Coordinators (known as the Program Team) on establishing program-specific goals and objectives; including identifying, developing and implementing program opportunities in cycling, climbing, kayaking paddleboarding, dragon boat racing, waterskiing and skiing.
• Responsible for leading local adaptive cycling program and maintaining fleet.
• Works with the Program Team to determine necessary resources, including program supplies, venue, participant marketing and volunteers.
• Implements Adaptive Adventures program delivery procedures at all events as detailed in the pre-event, event delivery and post-event procedures.
• Assists in identifying and cultivating volunteers to successfully meet the needs of the program.
• Assists in the provision of appropriate training to all program volunteers and interns.
• Ensures programs are delivered effectively to all participants.
• Assists the Program Team in the program planning process including calendar postings, volunteer recruitment, equipment loading, participant recruitment, communication with partner staff and venue setup.
• Assists the Program Team in program delivery including registration, risk management and safety, volunteer management, adaptive sport delivery and venue tear down.
• Assists the Program Team in post-event duties including storage and unloading of equipment, data entry, reporting and follow up with participants, volunteers and other community members as necessary.
• Implements appropriate safety and risk management protocols as related to specific programs.
• Ensures all essential program equipment is available and in good working order for events. This includes securing additional equipment and when necessary, maintenance and repair of equipment.
• Assists in actively recruiting participants for programs utilizing all of the resources available, human and technological, to maximize event participation.
• Provides direct client services, support and instruction in all programs as needed.
• Works cohesively with the Adaptive Adventures Team to contribute to a dynamic work environment and exceptional program delivery.
• Follows policies and procedures as defined by Adaptive Adventures manuals.
• Reports concerns and issues directly to supervisor.
• Engages in all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Ideal candidates may have experience in one or more of the following: adaptive sports, therapeutic recreation, physical therapy, occupational therapy, exercise and/or sports science, physical medicine and rehab or outdoor recreation guiding.
• Prior knowledge and experience in adaptive sports is preferred but not required.
• A personal passion for outdoor recreation! Skills and experience in cycling required.
• Seeking a high-energy leader and engaging individual.
• Willingness to perform manual labor loading and unloading trailers in hot weather conditions.
• Willingness to work a varied schedule consistent with recreation programs including evenings and occasional weekends.
• Has the ability to lead and to also respectfully follow when appropriate.
• Strong organizational, management and leadership skills with the ability to prioritize projects enhancing workflow using independent judgment in making decisions that affect day to day operations of Adaptive Adventures.
• Has the ability to work with a variety of different people including potential sponsors, event managers, volunteers, participants with special needs, Board of Directors and program staff.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

Working Conditions

• Environment: The position requires the employee to work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions.
• Inside conditions are consistent with office-related responsibilities
• Outside conditions are consistent to outdoor adaptive recreation programming
• Physical: The position requires the employee to be able to bend, twist and at times lift a minimum of 100lbs.
• Inside physical requirements are consistent with office filing and organization as well as indoor storage of program supplies and equipment
• Outside physical requirements are consistent with outdoor adaptive recreation programming and potential assistance of participant transfers

NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills and physical demands required of personnel so classified.

Salary range: $55,000

Additional benefits include a generous and flexible time-off policy, a 401k with company match, health insurance with options for dental and vision, a monthly cell phone stipend, paid professional education and related travel expenses, paid certifications and professional fees.

To Apply:

Please send a resume and cover letter to admin@adaptiveadventures.org. In your cover letter, please include a description of outdoor recreation you participate in, if you have experience working with individuals with physical disabilities and your favorite adventure and why. Please describe your cycling experience and any relevant mechanical knowledge.