Seasonal Experiential

About Aleut Federal At Aleut Federal, we believe the company and its mission is just as important as the job you are applying for. Aleut Federal is an Alaskan Native-owned enterprise whose purpose is to support our "Shareholders," the Unangax, the indigenous people of the Aleutian Islands of Alaska. People are at the core the core of everything we do. We support our Shareholders by providing excellent service and quality results to our Clients, and the various branches of the federal government. We engage in our local markets, so community service is an important part of who we are. Our culture nurtures the strength of our workforce through mentorship and coaching, providing opportunities for growth, and competitive benefits. The Aleut Federal motto is "We are One" because we truly believe that with one heart, one mind, and one purpose, we can accomplish our mission and be an organization anyone would be proud to be a part of. Job Description Rate: $30/hr Position Responsibilities: Aleut is searching for an enthusiastic and experienced seasonal experiential-based learning (EBL) instructor with a solid safety record who can provide experiential-based leadership instruction to USAFA permanent party and cadets, and external Department of Defense (DoD) customers. The support period will be four months beginning in May 2025. The scope of work will include: Providing hands-on support for summer EBL program development and execution
Assisting in creating the Summer EBL program curriculum and documents and with scheduling and logistics planning for EBL programs
Assisting with pre-event practices, walkthroughs, and logistical rehearsals to ensure safe and successful Ropes Course execution
Supporting course safety inspections and course refinements and simple repairs as directed
Meeting with mission element (ME) representatives, and observing ME practices to identify opportunities to use Ropes Course experiences to support mission objectives
Supporting the CCLD Director of Experiential-Based Learning with writing, researching, editing, and supporting the Ropes Course educational plans and curriculum
Assisting with the review and production of the Operating Instruction, the Instructor Handbook, and the review and production of the e-Lesson Plan and Assessment Attending periodic CCLD staff meetings, and weekly management meetings
Providing weekly and monthly project status information for the CCLD Director of Experiential-Based Learning via email, PowerPoint, and in-person
Job Requirements: General: Association for Challenge Course Technology (ACCT) Level 1 practitioner's certification or equivalent experience
Basic Life Support (First aide, CPR, AED) or Wilderness First Aide certification
Must be able to successfully complete a T-1 (Public Trust) review to enable base access
Must be able to walk, stand, climb stairs, and move for extended periods of time on uneven surfaces, and ability to lift or carry up to 50 pounds of gear or program equipment
Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience in outdoor education, leadership, or similar disciplines plus three years' experience applying concepts and working with groups in developmental environments is preferred
Experience: Minimum of one year experience in outdoor education or experiential-based learning and event organization (types: ropes course, teambuilding, experiential-education, education workshops/webinars)
Background in outdoor education or experiential-based learning to include outdoor challenges, teambuilding, and life lessons-style education
Knowledge of curriculum development and event execution is desired
Preferred Qualifications: Recreational Off-Highway Vehicle Association (ROHVA) certification
Ability to work in the high operations tempo of a quasi-university environment founded on military standards
Familiarity with using DoD, USAF, and USAFA instructions and guidelines for the conduct of work
Proficient in Microsoft Word, and PowerPoint, and demonstrate good program management skills
Experience working in a military environment with knowledge of rank, protocol, and culture Climbing Wall Instructor Certification desired but not required. Aleut Federal is an EEO employer - M/F/Vets/Disabled