Outdoor Recreation Specialist - Youth Outdoors

Work DaysMonday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Varies, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Wage$16.00 per hour
Job Description

Youth Outdoors strives to meet the developmental needs of youth through involvement in outdoor adventure recreation and nature exploration activities. Programs serve underrepresented audiences and are offered in collaboration with youth-serving organizations located in or near the City of Cleveland. The Outdoor Recreation Specialist plans, implements, and evaluates programs to provide hands-on adventure recreation and outdoor education experiences for youth. Programs and activities facilitate positive youth development and help youth gain an appreciation of nature. Most programs take place during out-of-school time including late afternoon/early evening, Saturdays, and daytime during school breaks. The Outdoor Recreation Specialist also performs outreach to urban community-based organizations to develop program collaborations and promote participation. Additionally, the Outdoor Recreation Specialist helps coordinate special events and assists in the maintenance of outdoor equipment.

Essential Functions:

 

Candidates must possess:

• Demonstrated experience planning and leading Outdoor Recreation and education programs for youth and teens. Preferred skills areas include, but are not limited to kayaking, archery, canoeing, stand up paddleboarding, fishing, bicycling, map and compass/land navigation, camping, backpacking, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, rock climbing, initiatives/cooperative games, and nature education.
• Demonstrated passion and experience working with youth ages 8 – 18 years.
• Demonstrated ability and understanding of how to utilize outdoor adventure programming to impact youth development in individuals and groups.

Requirements

• At minimum of one year of experience in Outdoor Recreation.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license under the laws of the State of Ohio. Must possess and maintain the First Aid/CPR/AED certification and have the American Canoe Association Kayak or SUP Instructor certification, or the ability to obtain both upon hire.
• Must be 18 or older.
• Candidates must demonstrate proficient skills and experience in some of the following: nature exploration, mountain biking, rock climbing, backpacking, camping, paddling, sailing, gear clean-up/prep and/or event assistance.
• Enthusiasm to lead Outdoor Recreation activities for all ages and abilities in a safe and efficient manner.
• Ability to plan and implement Outdoor Recreation programs to a variety of audiences but primarily youth and teens. Preferred skill areas include, but not limited to, nature exploration, mountain biking, camping, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, stand up paddleboarding, sailing, rock climbing, backpacking, adaptive recreation, event planning, and winter activities.
• Ability to operate trucks and vans with trailers to transport equipment, including ability to drive, back-up, and park trucks and vans with trailers.
• Proficiency in software programs including all Microsoft Office programs.
• Mature professional attitude and considerable discretion, including ability to manage confidential information.
• Management skills and strong business acumen, including problem solving, vision, ability to manage multiple programs and meet deadlines, collaboration, leadership, decision making and ability to analyze diverse facts and develop clear and concise reports and recommendations
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders, including employees and the general public.
• Ability to speak and write clearly, concisely and persuasively using correct grammar, spelling and punctuation with ability to communicate one-on-one or in group settings.
• Ability to perform work with a high degree of accuracy and organization.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to perform with considerable independence and initiative.
• Ability to work overnight night programs as required/needed.

Work Schedule:  Must be available to work a variable work schedule to include evenings, weekends and holidays

Filing Deadline:  Open until filled