What are the responsibilities and job description for the (Student Position) Outdoor Recreation Assistant position at Northern Wyoming Community College District?
Position Details
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Job Title
(Student Position) Outdoor Recreation Assistant
Department
Student Services
Location
Sheridan
Posting Category
Student - Sheridan
Desired Start Date
08/18/2025
Hourly Rate (if applicable)
$9.50
Hiring Range
Full Salary Range
Benefits Summary
N/A
Months Worked Annually
Typical Work Schedule
2 positions available; Based on Class Schedule
Position Information
Posting Number
20150918P
Job Posting Date
04/10/2025
Initial Review Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Job Summary
Provide outdoor focused recreation and educational activities to promote a sense of adventure, respect for the environment and to enhance the quality of life for Sheridan College students, faculty, and staff.
Reports To
Campus Recreation Coordinator
Education/Qualifications
- Good Conduct and Academic Standing with the college
- Sheridan College Student currently enrolled
- Cumulative GPA is 2.0 or greater
- Adult CPR/AED and First Aid Certification
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Previous outdoor leadership, equipment use, and trip experience.
- Outgoing, energetic, comfortable with public speaking and leading groups.
- Highly organized and able to work without direct supervision.
- Enthusiasm for student activities and leading experiences for others.
- Experience with or willingness to learn about Sheridan County and surrounding area outdoor destinations.
Working Conditions/Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift 45lbs.
- Late night hours, weekends, and school break hours may be required.
- Working outside in various weather conditions including rain, snow, cold, heat, high altitude, mountainous terrain.
About Northern Wyoming Community College District
Experience
Special Instructions to Applicants
Job Duties
These are the job duties for required of the position.
Percentage of time
100%
Responsibility/Duty
- Staff the Innominate House (IH): provide a friendly, upbeat and customer service-oriented environment at all times.
- Assist IH guests with gear rental including choosing the appropriate gear for their needs, sizing and proper gear use.
- Accurately use gear tracking process, including fee payments, recovering late or lost gear.
- Inventory, re-stock, repair and maintain all equipment. Responsible for knowing how to operate and/or utilize all gear.
- Learn about local destinations and outdoor activities to inform and educate IH guests.
- Assist in marketing and promotion of Campus Recreation events including recruiting participants.
- Assist with planning, organizing, and overseeing special events and off campus trips such as hiking, skiing, kayaking, and more. Also includes purchasing supplies, advertising and engaging with participants
- Track and report participants, gear usage, IH visitors and other data for the Outdoor Recreation program.
- Assist in evaluation of program effectiveness, surveys, learning outcomes and measurements of participants.
- Serve as an ambassador for experiential learning and outdoor programs across campus.
- Attend all required trainings and meetings as scheduled. Includes pre-employment training in August before school starts
- Other duties as assigned.
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