Assist the Manager of Outdoor Programs in managing all outdoor operations and programming offered through the Department of Physical Education, Recreation and Dance. This includes all operations and instructional and recreational programming that take place at outdoor adventure site locations off campus, as well as at the Barreca Climbing Wall and Waterfront Pavilion. Ensure that the climbing wall and outdoor adventure program operations are in compliance with Massachusetts Department of Public Safety regulations and all other governing laws. Assist the Manager of Outdoor Programs to create, develop and enforce rules and regulations and hire, train and supervise instructional and operational climbing staff, outdoor adventure staff and outdoor gear rental staff. Assist in managing programming, revenue generation, marketing and budget development and administration for both instructional and operational areas. Teach train the trainer and advanced Physical Education, Recreation and Dance credit and non-credit rock climbing and outdoor adventure courses. Supervise one Outdoor Program Graduate Assistant. Perform other collateral duties as assigned by management and senior leadership. This position routinely requires early morning, late evening, weekend, and on call work.

The Department of Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance is committed to enriching the University and local communities by providing unparalleled and inclusive educational and recreational programs, services, and facilities to promote physical, social, and emotional health and wellness. An ideal candidate will be able to speak to their commitment to the Departmental mission as well as the University's belief that diversity is excellence. Please include cover letter and salary requirement with resume.

Required Skills

Knowledge and experience of various outdoor activities including waterfront and indoor rock climbing; leadership experience; experience in teaching/facilitating groups of varying ages/abilities/demographics; risk management; strong judgment and safety awareness; drivers license and willingness to obtain certification to drive a 12 passenger van.

Required Education: Bachelors Degree

Preferred Education: Masters Degree

Candidate will be required to possess:

• CPR
• Wilderness First Aid or higher level of certification
• Other outdoor, sailing, or lifeguard certifications are preferred

This position is eligible for Boston University's generous benefits package including health, dental, life insurance, tuition remission, paid time off, and so much more!

Please note all newly hired staff and faculty, will need to be in compliance with Boston University’s COVID-19 Vaccination and Booster Requirement within 30 days of date of hire.  You must upload your vaccine documentation or request a medical or religious exemption (instructions).  For further information on the University’s response to COVID-19, please visit the Back2BU site.

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We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Required Experience

Knowledge and experience of various outdoor activities including waterfront and indoor rock climbing; leadership experience; experience in teaching/facilitating groups of varying ages/abilities/demographics; risk management; strong judgment and safety awareness; drivers license and willingness to obtain certification to drive a 12 passenger van.

Required Education: Bachelors Degree

Preferred Education: Masters Degree

Candidate will be required to possess:

• CPR
• Wilderness First Aid or higher level of certification
• Other outdoor, sailing, or lifeguard certifications are preferred

This position is eligible for Boston University's generous benefits package including health, dental, life insurance, tuition remission, paid time off, and so much more!

Please note all newly hired staff and faculty, will need to be in compliance with Boston University’s COVID-19 Vaccination and Booster Requirement within 30 days of date of hire.  You must upload your vaccine documentation or request a medical or religious exemption (instructions).  For further information on the University’s response to COVID-19, please visit the Back2BU site.

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We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.