HUALAPAI PREFERENCE

Position: On-River Supervisor/Team Lead

Department: Hualapai River Running

Classification: Non-Exempt

Salary Range: H5

Supervisor: Crew Supervisor – HRR

Disclaimer: Position Description is not meant to encompass all aspects of position, other duties may be assigned.

Position Summary:

Supervises a team of Hualapai River Running employees that may include Photographers, Swamper/Packers and River Guides. Ensures that the team is providing outstanding customer service by providing such services as greeting, orientating, taking photographs, providing information regarding the Grand Canyon, Colorado River, Hualapai tourism offerings and taking passengers on Pontoon boat tours. Manages the daily River Running operation following safety, health and sanitation procedures, overseeing the maintenance of equipment and boats. Assists with loading and unloading of equipment at launch point, rigs rafts, frames and motors and insures all equipment needed is provided for each trip. Ensures all meals are properly prepared and packed on rafts. Coordinates orders and maintains food/drink stock for river trips. Supervises daily inspections of all equipment prior to, during and upon conclusion of each trip for defects, damages and general safety precautions.

Knowledge and Abilities:

1. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and interact with guests and staff in a clear, concise manner providing prompt, outstanding customer service.

2. Demonstrated ability to physically complete and have the knowledge to perform maintenance on equipment and rafts.

3. Ability to routinely walk, stand, bend and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.

4. Ability to work in outdoor environment for long periods of time.

5. Demonstrated ability to foster a team environment, multi-task, work in a fast paced environment and maintain positive working relationships. Good client/customer service skills and well organized.

6. Possess a valid CPR/First Aid Certificate. Must pass a physical examination regarding ability to perform strenuous capabilities of position.

7. Ability to lead, coach, train, develop and motivate team members.

Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Direct supervision of a team of River Running employees which may include Photographers, Swamper/Packers and River Guides.

2. Ensure proper safety, health and sanitation policies and procedures are in place and being followed for the safety of guests and staff. Ensure all meals are properly prepared and packed and coordinate food and drink stock for the river trips.

3. Lead, coach, train, develop and motivate team members.

4. Supervise the loading of equipment at launch point, rigs rafts, frames and motors and ensures all equipment needed is provided for each trip.

5. Responsible for the condition and maintenance of equipment, motors and rafts.

6. Supervise daily inspections of all equipment prior to, during and upon conclusion of each raft trip for defects, damage and general safety precautions.

7. Ensure all communications are shared with employees in a timely and accurate manner, as appropriate.

8. Answer visitor/tourists questions, gives directions, share information about the Grand Canyon, Colorado River, Hualapai River Running and the Hualapai history and culture, etc.

9. Handle emergency situations or unhappy customers and take action to remedy the situation.

10. Foster a team environment, multi-task effectively and maintain positive working relationships. Train new employees on all job functions and assist them in becoming comfortable in their roles as Hualapai ambassadors.

11. Keep Crew Supervisor and/or Operations Manager – HRR apprised of all issues and concerns.

12. Perform other work-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

1. Good oral and written communication skills with strong interpersonal skills.

2. Valid Driver’s License with clean driving record required.

3. High School Diploma or GED.

4. Possess a valid CPR/First Aid Certification.

5. Completed a minimum of two (2) years as a seasoned River Runner required.

6. Preference given to Hualapai Tribal members.

Working Conditions:

Position requires ability to work in an outdoor environment for long periods of time, regardless of weather conditions. Must be able to routinely walk, stand, bend and carry items weighing up to 50 lbs. as part of duties. Must be able to work varying schedules, weekends and holidays.