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Outdoor Programs Coordinator
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Position Details| Advertising/Posting Title | Outdoor Programs Coordinator |
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| Posting Summary | Design and deliver outdoor programming and education to promote student leadership development and engagement in Outdoor Programs. Serve as an advisor to recognized student organizations with a focus on outdoor activities. Provide support for essential risk management structures of Outdoor Programs, including emergency response. Assist with all aspects of the Adventure TREK pre-orientation program. Assist with management of facilities and equipment overseen by Outdoor Programs. Coordinate land use permitting, communications, and trip logistics planning. Support budget management and assessment efforts. Serve as an actively engaged campus partner and representative of Student Involvement. Responsible for supporting the mission and philosophy of the Department of Student Life, the Division of Student Affairs, and the University of Vermont. |
| Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience) | Bachelor’s degree and three years of experience in the field of outdoor education, experiential education, or the equivalent combination of experience and education. Experience as a leader/instructor trainer in at least two outdoor activities required. Ability to interact effectively with college students. Training in Wilderness First Aid (WFA) required. Effective organizational, time management, and basic computer skills required. Demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment. |
| Desirable Qualifications | Experience in Higher Education setting, or with student leadership development desirable. Wilderness First Responder desired. Provider level for professionally recognized certifications (AMGA, ACA, PSIA, LNT, ACCT) desirable. |
| Anticipated Pay Range | $57,000 - $61,000 |
| Other Information | |
| Special Conditions | Weekend work required, Non-standard work hours required, A probationary period may be required, Background Check required for this position |
| FLSA | Exempt |
| Union Position | Yes, UVMSU |
Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.
| Job Location | Burlington, Vermont, United States |
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| Job Open Date | 10/15/2026 |
| Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.) | |
| Open Until Filled | No |
The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM’s mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.
Position Information| Position Title | Student Success PC1 X |
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| Posting Number | S6366PO |
| Department | Student Life/30454 |
| Position Number | 00021367 |
| Percent of Full-Time | 1.0 |
| Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE | 37.5 |
| Term (months per year) | 12 |
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