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Program Coordinator

Job Title: Program Coordinator

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 Managers, assist in organizing, developing, managing, and implementing all aspects of program activities. This role will support all of Outdoors for All’s major program areas, including but not limited to; custom events (partnership events), winter series (downhill skiing, snowboarding, cross country skiing, & snowshoeing), summer series (cycling, mountain biking, rock climbing, water skiing, kayaking, & hiking), private lessons & equipment rentals, and youth & adult camps.

Responsible to: Program Manager

Responsibilities
1. Coordinate the delivery of Outdoors for All’s year-round programs: custom events (partnership programs), military events, camp programs, online activities, rentals, private lessons, series activities (individual programs).
2. Provide instruction or assistance in various adaptive sports and recreational programs such as skiing, snowboarding, cycling, hiking, water skiing, camping, rock climbing and paddling.
3. Coordinate with program staff regarding facilities, vehicle and equipment logistics.
4. Assist Program Staff in compiling information, statistics, and materials needed for the Outdoors for All direct service delivery.
5. Work together with Outdoors for All staff to review, update, design, and compile program brochures and other Outdoors for All promotional materials.
6. Work with Program Staff in evaluating volunteer, participant, and vendor satisfaction levels.
7. Supervise volunteers and assist in volunteer training of various outdoor recreation events and topics related to working with people with disabilities, and risk management.
8. Drive Outdoors for All vehicles for the delivery of custom event and direct service programs.
9. Provide staff assistance for Outdoors for All special events as needed.
10. Maintain accurate computer and paper project management/correspondence files. In a timely manner, provide Accountant with receipts and invoices for Program operations.
11. Be a positive representative and promoter of Outdoors for All programs, events and activities in our community.
12. Coordinate Risk Management issues related to programs to ensure that safety remains Outdoors for All’s prime goal.
13. Comply with Outdoors for All safety and health policies and procedures.
14. Participate fully as a member of the Outdoors for All staff team.
15. Other duties as identified.

Qualifications
1. Bachelor’s degree or commensurate experience in outdoor recreation, therapeutic recreation, or wilderness programming.
2. 1-2 years teaching/coaching outdoor recreation activities
3. 1-2 years’ experience working with people with disabilities.
4. Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communications skills.
5. Ability to work flexible hours; evening and weekend work required.
6. Ability to travel.
7. Ability to lift and carry up to 40lbs.
8. Commitment to a team working environment.
9. Valid Washington State Driver’s License; must verify own auto insurance.
10. Pass Washington state Drivers background check.
11. Current First Aid card and CPR training (or willingness to obtain within 30 days).

Hourly: $19-24
Status: Permanent year round. Full Time. Non-Exempt.
Hours: Dependent on program schedule. Evening and weekend work required. 70% program delivery; 30% administrative work
Benefits: Vacation, Sick Leave, Holiday Pay, Medical Insurance, retirement plan matching

To apply, send resume and cover letter to AleciaM @ outdoorsforall.org.

Outdoors for All Mission:
To enrich the quality of life for children and adults with disabilities through outdoor recreation