Self-Help - Adventure Leadership Program Assistants Position Details

Position Information

Advertising Department CAMPUS RECREATION AND WELLNESS Academic Term/Year Spring - 2019 Position Title Self-Help - Adventure Leadership Program Assistants Posting Number 01192 Position Number 01192 Student Job Category Student - Self-Help Campus Job Number of Vacancies 35 Job Description

ECU Campus Recreation and Wellness is currently seeking Adventure Leadership Program Assistants for the climbing wall, rentals, adventure trips, and all challenge course programs (field games, low initiatives, Alpine tower, Odyssey Course, Zip Line). These staff members will need to communicate effectively with other staff members and participants, complete appropriate paperwork, assist participants safely through programs, market programs across campus, belay participants indoors and outdoors, and attend paid and unpaid training’s while also performing other duties as assigned. Adventure Leadership staff will also enjoy a challenging, fun, and rewarding work environment where they are able to improve on their leadership abilities while helping others to do the same.

Responsibilities and Duties:
1.Report to work on time according to schedule.
2.Adapt to any issues and effectively communicate these issues with the necessary personnel.
3.Attend all required training’s and mandatory staff meetings.
4.Be open to realistically developing one’s own knowledge, performance, and abilities through their supervisor’s evaluations and their own self-reflection.
5.Be able to comfortably work outdoors in varied weather conditions.
6.Act as a role model and leader within the program and directly train and assist in mentoring new staff.
7.Review the employee manual to be able to effectively remedy situations while mentally referencing policies, operations, and situations that adhere to everyday functions within Campus Recreation & Wellness.
8.Possess knowledge of other Campus Recreation and Wellness program areas.
9.Uphold the integrity and reputation of the Adventure Leadership program, Campus Recreation and Wellness, and East Carolina University by providing exemplary customer service to students, staff, and patrons.

Adventure Program Center Responsibilities and Duties:
1.Answer telephones and interact with walk in customers to assist them with any questions, concerns, or problems when possible.
2.Load boats onto vehicles for participants for program use.
3.Assist participant and trip staff with equipment selection.
4.Belay and assist participants at climbing wall.
5.Handle point of sales while using great customer service.

Challenge Course Program Responsibilities and Duties:
1.Lead groups safely and effectively through field games, low ropes course tasks, alpine tower, and odyssey course.
2.Properly utilize, store, and care for challenge course equipment.
3.Participate in maintenance and inspections of program areas.
4.Facilitate the group through discussions following activities and resolve any conflicts that may arise.
5.Adapt to group goals and needs while debriefing and leading activities.

Preferred (Majors, Experience, GPA, etc.)

1.Must have a 2.5 GPA
2.Must obtain valid CPR and First Aid certification and blood-borne pathogens training within 60 days of being hired.
3.Must be a current ECU student.
4.Must obtain clearance to operate University vehicles through a driver’s license check.
5.Must have the ability to obtain belay certification through ECU’s climbing wall clinic within two weeks of hire.

Special Instructions to Applicant

Please upload your resume online.

Note: Federal Law requires proper documentation of identity and employability at the time of employment. It is requested that this documentation be included with your application. East Carolina University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and as such encourages applications from qualified women and minorities.

Quick Link for Direct Access http://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/22641 Open Date 03/20/2019 Close Date 05/04/2019 Open Until Filled No Supplemental Questions

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Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents

1. Curriculum Vitae/Resume

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Transcripts
3. Letter of Recommendation
4. Media File
5. Portfolio
6. List of References