Position OverviewThe Outdoor Pursuit Program Manager is responsible for the daily operation of the Outdoor Pursuits Program and administration of the various program events and staff.
This position will have supervision from the Assistant Director of Outdoor Pursuits and will work closely with the Recreation Services Professional Staff. An Outdoor Pursuits Program Manager must maintain a complete knowledge of the Outdoor Pursuits Program.
Per the State of Kansas, student employees may hold concurrent appointments not to exceed maximum appointment and hours worked levels. However, concurrent student appointments must be of matching FLSA designation (exempt/salaried or non-exempt/hourly).Job DescriptionAdministrative Duties: 40%
- Keep track of rental equipment inventory.
- Communicating with student staff.
- Scheduling student employees to work at the climbing wall and rental center
- Conducting staff meetings and trainings.
- Represent Outdoor Pursuits to students, faculty, and community members.
- Conflict resolution of participant issues and suggestions.
Assisting Assistant Director of Outdoor Pursuits: 20%
- Assist in completing monthly wall inspections.
- Assist in the development of policies and procedures.
- Organize activities for participants and student outreach.
- Acquisition of supplies and equipment.
- Recognize and assist in mitigating safety hazards which may cause injury including, but not limited to, the following: poor lighting, slippery floors, hazardous equipment, inclement weather, etc.
- Organizing activities for participants.
Coverage in ODP areas needing assistance: 15%
- Oversee risk management and enforcement of all policies and regulations at the wall.
- Responsible for setup/preparation and breakdown/clean-up of Outdoor Pursuits and Climbing Wall
- Conduct point-of-sale transactions for renting out equipment.
- Renting and checking-in outdoor equipment.
- Instruct participants on how to utilize outdoor equipment.
- Facilitate teambuilding programs
- Assist with trips and programs as needed
- Attending all staff meetings and trainings.
Other duties as assigned: 5%
- Assist in all areas of Recreation Services as assigned.
- Utilization of University communication devices.
Required Qualifications
- CPR/First Aid certification (can be completed up to 30 days after hire date)
- Able to commit to at least 10 hours of work per week.
- During the semester term of the appointment, the student hourly must be enrolled in no fewer than 6 credit hours. For summer periods the student hourly must: 1) have been enrolled in no less than 6 hours in the past spring semester or 2) be pre-enrolled in upcoming fall semester in no less than 6 hours or 3) be enrolled in summer session or 4) be admitted to study in the upcoming fall semester. Student Hourlies may be undergraduate or graduate students. (Exceptions granted for GRA/GTA/GA appointments DO NOT apply to Student Hourly appointments)
Preferred Qualifications
- Past experience of climbing and route setting and a knowledge of climbing equipment and outdoor equipment preferred
- Experience working as KU Outdoor Pursuits Assistant/Specialist of at least 1 semester
- CPR/AED certification (can be completed up to 30 days after hire date)
- Current belay certification at the KU Chalk Rock Climbing Wall
- Work Study eligible
Additional Candidate InstructionsIn addition to the online application, the following documents are required to be considered for this position:
- Resume
- Cover letter detailing outdoor/outdoor pursuits experience
To ensure consideration apply before the application review date 4/18/2025Contact Information to ApplicantsKirsten King:
Advertised Salary Range$12.60 per hourAnticipated Start DateMonday May 5, 2025 Apply to Job