What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Coordinator position at Outdoors for All Foundation?
Job Title: Program Coordinator - Group Programs
Job Summary: In a typical year, this position supports the delivery of 3-5 events per week during peak seasons (spring, summer & winter) and 1-2 events during shoulder seasons (fall & early spring). The Program Coordinator can expect to work 70% of the time in the field or prepping for field delivery, and 30% of the time in the office supporting planning and administrative tasks.
In concert with other program staff, assist in implementing all aspects of program activities. This role will support all Outdoors for All’s major program areas, including but not limited to; group programs, winter series (downhill skiing, snowboarding, cross country skiing, & snowshoeing), summer series (cycling, mountain biking, rock climbing, paddleboarding, kayaking & hiking), private lessons & equipment rentals, and youth & adult camps.
Responsible to: Program Manager
Responsibilities
- Coordinate the delivery of Outdoors for All’s year-round programs: Group programs, military events, camp programs, online activities, rentals, private lessons, series activities (individual programs).
- Provide instruction or assistance in various adaptive sports and recreational programs such as skiing, snowboarding, cycling, hiking, water skiing, camping, rock climbing and paddling.
- Coordinate logistics with program staff regarding facilities, vehicles, and equipment.
- Assist program staff in compiling information, statistics, and materials needed for direct service delivery.
- Work together with Outdoors for All staff to review, update, design, and compile program brochures and other promotional materials.
- Work with Program Staff in evaluating volunteer, participant, and vendor satisfaction.
- Oversee volunteers and assist in volunteer training of various outdoor recreation events and topics related to working with people with disabilities, and risk management.
- Drive Outdoors for All vehicles and trailers for program delivery.
- Provide staff assistance for Outdoors for All special events as needed.
- Maintain timely and accurate computer and paper project management/correspondence files; including program reports, volunteer hours, incident reports, and accounting support.
- Be a positive representative and promoter of Outdoors for All programs, events, and activities in our community.
- Coordinate Risk Management issues related to programs to ensure that safety remains the primary goal.
- Comply with Outdoors for All safety and health policies and procedures.
- Participate fully as a member of the Outdoors for All staff team.
- Other duties as identified.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Therapeutic Recreation preferred, Parks and Recreation programing or related experience.
- 1-2 years teaching/coaching outdoor recreation activities
- 1-2 years’ experience working with people with disabilities.
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communications skills.
- Ability to work flexible hours; evening and weekend work required.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 40lbs, maneuver over uneven surfaces, operate in program environments with adverse weather conditions.
- Commitment to a team working environment.
- Valid Driver’s License; must have a clean driving record.
- Pass Washington state background check.
- Current First Aid card and CPR training (or willingness to obtain within 14 days).
Hourly: $25-28
Status: Full Time. Non-Exempt.
Hours: Dependent on program schedule. Evening and weekend work required.
70% program delivery; 30% administrative work
Base: **This position will be based from our office in Seattle for administrative work, moving to Bellevue in September. Program delivery will take place throughout Washington State, with the staff delivering events within a multi-hour radius of our office.
Benefits: Vacation, Sick Leave, Holiday Pay, Medical Insurance, Simple IRA matching.
To apply, send resume and cover letter to info@outdoorsforall.org
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 - $28.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Relocate:
- Seattle, WA: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25 - $28