Whitewater River Trip Lead

High level emotional intelligence

Active in team dynamics, conflict prevention/resolution, and identifying customer needs

Cheerful attitude and servant leadership disposition

Dedicated customer service and people oriented

Adaptability in a fast-paced environment with ability to learn and develop hard and soft skills

Ability to interact with men and women of all ages and maturity levels of staff/customers

Comfortable with 5 days paddling/camping in remote setting without running water/electricity

Review and verify participant tent assignments, waivers, medical conditions, and dietary restrictions before trip.

Provide pre-trip safety briefing and kayak orientation

Responsible for trip dynamics, safety, and communications

Coordinate with SBR leadership and National Park Service in case of emergency evacuation

Interpret the natural and cultural history of the New River Gorge

Complete post trip reporting with West Virginia DNR

Maintain a clean, organized, inspected, neat, and safe working area

Other duties or projects as assigned by SBR leadership

Abide by policies and procedure outlined in the SBR staff handbook

18 years of age or older

Documentation & references proving you have worked as a commercial river guide

Wilderness First Aid & Swiftwater Rescue (training provided)

Confident Swimmer

Position is contingent on ability to pass river guide and swiftwater rescue training. You may be reassigned to other jobs if you do not pass the training courses.

Ability to use Microsoft Teams daily for work related communication and coordination

Be or become a registered member of Scouting America

Provide end of year feedback on ways to improve the program

Receive positive feedback from customers

Up to 8 hours a day of either, paddling, swimming, hiking, and the ability to lift 70 lbs.

Must be able to climb back in raft from whitewater

Can pass the physical exam and approved for SBR height and weight requirements HERE