Coordinator, Outdoor Recreation Program

Job ID: 275803
Location: Augusta University
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary:

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About Us

Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 10,500 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values make Augusta University an institution like no other.

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Location

Augusta University -

Our Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912

Job Summary

The primary responsibility of the position is the development, delivery, management and direct supervision of outdoor recreation and special event programs. Additional responsibilities include assisting in the day-to-day management and operation of the Campus Recreation unit.

Responsibilities

Duties include but are not limited to:

PROVIDE SUPERVISION AND MANAGEMENT: Provide supervision and management of the Outdoor Recreation program; establish guidance, trips, educational clinics, and schedules; expand program offerings to meet the student needs.

RECRUITMENT: Recruit, hire, train, schedule, evaluate, and supervise 6+ student staff necessary to support all programs (trip guides, rental attendants, team building and clinic facilitators, special event staff, etc.). Manage payroll/ time sheets for personnel and student employees. Provide staff coverage during evenings, weekends, and special events as determined by department and function needs; conduct annual evaluations of student staff.

RISK MANAGEMENT: Develop, implement, and maintain risk and procedures for outdoor trips, educational clinics, team-building courses, and specific program assignments. Ensure all required training and education programs are implemented for all areas of oversight. Conduct training sessions, in-service training, and testing for Outdoor Recreation staff.

DETERMINE TYPES OF EQUIPMENT: Determine types of equipment to be used for outdoor trips, outdoor rental programs, and educational clinics; maintain inventory and quality assessment of equipment.

MANAGE RENTAL PROGRAMS: Coordinate the management of the rental program by maintaining records and reports of the day-to-day operations. Determine a rental schedule, renter policies, and services to be provided. Establish maintenance schedules, repairs, and equipment inventory.

TEAM BUILDING: Manage and supervise team building courses. This includes reserving a facility or outdoor location, facilitating groups through the course, and inspecting the course elements and any equipment prior to use.

SUPERVISOR OUTDOOR CLINICS:
Manage and supervise educational clinics. This includes reserving a facility or outdoor location, facilitating groups through the clinic, inspecting any equipment prior to use, determining learning outcomes for each clinic, and offering pre and post-evaluations to provide assessment for effectiveness.

MANAGE OUTDOOR TRIPS: Manage and supervise outdoor trips. This includes reserving a facility, hotel lodging, or campsite; guiding groups through the trips; inspecting any equipment prior to use; securing transportation or other travel arrangements for participants; and establishing safety guidelines specific to the various trips.

MARKETING: Assist with the development and implementation of a marketing plan for the outdoor program.

OTHER DUTIES: Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and a minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience in outdoor recreation, recreation, physical education, sports management, experience in supervision and development of recreational sports programming. Must possess a current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS/BCLS certification or be willing to obtain one within three (3) months of hire; Certification in Emergency Response (opportunity for certification made available, and must obtain within six (6) months of hire); Wilderness First Responder certification.

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Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree from an accredited college or university with a minimum of two (2) years experience in an educational and recreational environment CPR/AED/First Aid Instructor Certification; ACA Instructor certification; AMGA or PCIA Single-Pitch Instructor certification.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

KNOWLEDGE

Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/ database

SKILLS

Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.

Detail-oriented with strong organizational, prioritization, and customer service skills.

ABILITIES

Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Shift/Salary/Benefits

Shift: Days; Monday-Friday (work outside of normal business hours may be required)

Pay Band: B7

Salary: $43,888 /annually - $44,000 /annually

Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position

Recruitment Period: Until Filled

Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.

Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.

Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.

If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.

Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.

For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.

Other Information

This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."

Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

How To Apply

Consider applying with us today!

https://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/ Search Job ID: 275803

Select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the university

Select University Faculty & Staff > Internal Applicants if you are a current university employee

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