Associate Director of Outdoor Programs and Leadership

ABOUT STANFORD RECREATION & WELLNESS
Stanford’s Department of Athletics, Physical Education and Recreation (“DAPER”) is the premier intercollegiate athletics and recreation program in the country. We are the proud Home of Champions and support the university’s physical education, recreation and wellness initiatives.

Aligned with the pioneering spirit of Stanford University, Stanford Recreation and Wellness is committed to bold and purposeful engagement. We ignite a culture of belonging and wellbeing through movement, adventure, play, and learning. Our fifty-two full-time staff and over 400 part-time staff manage eight recreation facilities at one of the world’s most beautiful universities.
Hosting over a million visits annually, we work cohesively, lead with courage, and pursue and revere excellence. We are building a community that is inclusive and a diverse team that is committed to excellence. We take risks. We are willing to lead. We innovate. We develop our employees. We promote a culture of gratitude and recognition. We have fun. If that sounds like you, join us.

JOB PURPOSE
The purpose of the Associate Director for Outdoor Programs and Leadership is to provide leadership and supervision for the Outdoor Center operations and student-led adventure-based off campus experiences. This includes training and mentoring student trip leaders, onboarding and maintaining a robust field instructor community, managing the weekend trip program, coordinating SPOT (adventure based new student pre-orientation program), and providing direct supervision for the Manager of the Outdoor Center and the Coordinator of Experiential Programs. This position will hold a teaching specialist title within the DAPER Academic Program and teach within the OUTDOOR academic portfolio.

Your responsibilities will include:

• • Develop, train, and mentor undergraduate and graduate students to lead adventure-based experiences.
  • Plan and implement student led adventure-based weekend trips including maintaining permits and land management relationships.
  • Review field experience documentation (i.e. trip binders, LOPs, incident reports, etc.).
  • Coordinate the planning and implementation of the large, multi-site, Stanford Pre-Orientation Trip (SPOT) program.
  • Provide direct supervision for full time staff
  • Provide direct supervision of student trip leader staff and create opportunities for their continued leadership development
  • Responsible for the instruction and administration of academic courses within the Outdoor Education portfolio (10-12 units per year).
  • Provide leadership in Risk Management for student led programs and Outdoor education courses
  • Train field instructors for Outdoor Education leadership courses.
  • Engage in critical analysis of student performance based on course outcomes. 
  • Assist with budget development and the monitoring of expenditures.
  • Work with campus partners in supporting student outdoor leadership and education

To be successful in this position, you will bring:

Education and Experience

• • Bachelor's degree and 5 years of employment experience in the field of campus recreation/outdoor education or a combination of education and relevant experience in campus recreation/outdoor education, leadership and team development. Advanced degree preferred.
  • Wilderness First Responder and CPR certification.
  • Professional experience with outdoor education field programs

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• • Strong communication skills to clearly and effectively communicate information to internal and external audiences, client groups, and management.
  • Knowledge of current risk management practices in recreation and outdoor education settings
  • An advanced understanding of recreation and adventure programs
  • An understanding of student development theory and practices
  • Ability to operate a vehicle for university purposes while possessing and maintaining an appropriate license.
  • Advanced analysis and problem-solving skills.
  • Advanced computer skills, including experience with Google and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Relevant computer systems/technology experience.
  • Understanding of financial processes, transactions and reconciling procedures 
  • Ability to ensure and apply compliance with legal, financial, and university policies and external regulations.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• • Frequently sit, perform desk-based computer tasks.
  • Occasionally stand, walk, twist, use fine manipulation, grasp, use a telephone, write by hand, sort and file paperwork, lift, carry, push, and pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.
  • Ability to be in the field, carry weight up to 60 pounds (in the field only), and camp on the ground in primitive backcountry environments during a variety of seasonal climates.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• • Work schedule will include working extended hours, evenings or weekends.
  • Will travel to remote areas of the state including National Parks, National Forests and other backcountry wilderness settings

WORK STANDARDS

• • Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
  • Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
  • Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University’s Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu/.

DAPER’s Integrity:
This position, along with all DAPER coaches and staff, is responsible for the integrity of Stanford’s intercollegiate athletics program and for the reputation of Stanford University. This position is responsible for ensuring that their involvement with Athletic Department activities maintains the integrity of the University’s reputation and does not negatively impact the relationship between the University and its faculty, staff, students and alumni. Additionally, this position must comply with University policies and procedures, NCAA and ACC rules and regulations.

The expected pay range for this position is $90,000-93,000 per annum. Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location, and external market pay for comparable jobs.

Why Stanford is for You
Imagine a world without search engines or social platforms. Consider lives saved through first-ever organ transplants and research to cure illnesses. Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enrich the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven to impact the future of our legacy. Our culture and unique perks empower you with:

• • Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.
  • A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.
  • A healthier you. Climb our rock wall, or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.
  • Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.
  • Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more

Other duties may also be assigned, not all unique aspects of this job are covered by this job posting. A full job description will be shared during the interview process. 

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the position.