Outdoor Pursuit Center Student Assistant
Job TitleOutdoor Pursuit Center Student AssistantDepartment Outdoor Pursuit Center JMWorker TypeStudent (Fixed Term)Pay InformationFor hourly student pay rates, please visit the Student Job Classification page on the Office of Human Resources website. For salaried student positions, contact the department for pay information.Duration of AppointmentAcademic Year and SummerMaximum Scheduled Weekly Hours1Job Description SummaryAre you passionate about the outdoors and creating unforgettable experiences for others? The Outdoor Pursuit Center (OPC) is looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our team. As an OPC staff member, you'll be trained to assist with a variety of programs, helping participants build relationships and skills through rock climbing, team building, and leading trips. The ideal candidate is hard-working, has strong social skills, and pays close attention to detail. This role requires the ability to work both indoors and outdoors, depending on the assigned duties. 20 hours per weekJob DescriptionEssential DutiesProgram Support: Help plan, set up, and run various OPC programs, from rock climbing to challenge courses.Group Facilitation: Guide participants through activities, ensuring a safe and engaging experience for everyone.Safety & Maintenance: Inspect equipment and facilities, reporting any issues to ensure everything is in top condition.Customer Service: Adapt to the needs of participants while maintaining program goals and safety standards.Cleanup: Assist with post-program wrap-up, including paperwork and equipment storage.Minimum QualificationsCandidates selected for employment must successfully pass a state of Ohio and FBI criminal background check. Certification: You must have or be able to obtain a BLS/FA certification within 30 days of being hired.Physical Ability: Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs and stand for at least 4 hours in outdoor environments.Additional Position Information (if applicable)In addition to your essential duties, you'll have the opportunity to specialize in other areas like:Climbing: Learn route setting, youth climbing coaching, and how to operate the climbing wall desk.Team Development: Facilitate high and low challenge courses, team programming, and escape rooms.Trip Leading: Lead backpacking, canoeing, kayaking, rock climbing and biking trips.Required Application DocumentsresumePosting Contact InformationBills Sparks: sparksw@miamioh.eduAdditional InformationA criminal background check may be required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses.This organization participates in E-Verify.Reasonable AccommodationsRequests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560. Questions and follow-ups regarding requests should also be directed here.Miami University Values StatementMiami University is a scholarly community whose members believe that a liberal education is grounded in qualities of characte...