Towson University (TU) has earned distinction as both a top-100 public university and one of the nation's great colleges to work for. Located north of Baltimore, TU currently enrolls over 19,000 students and is the second-largest university in the prestigious University System of Maryland.  Towson University fosters a climate that is grounded in respect to cultivate the intellectual and personal growth of the entire university community.

Under the direct supervision of the Assistant Director- Outdoor Adventures, the Coordinator, Outdoor Programs administers inclusive and accessible programming within Outdoor Adventures, including an outdoor trips program, outdoor equipment rental, whitewater kayaking clinics, and a campus bike share that is appropriate for a diverse university community.  Outdoor Adventures operates in partnership with Student Health & Wellbeing (SHAW) to promote the development of student leaders and healthy lifestyles through physical activity.

Responsibilities and Duties

Outdoor Adventure Program Management:

• Administer, supervise and manage the day-to-day operations of the outdoor recreation program with the Assistant Director-Outdoor Adventures, including management of trips and first year pre-orientation wilderness program (Project Explore), equipment and gear rental program, outdoor trip leader training program, and any other outdoor recreation programming for the university community.
• Create, implement and supervise a variety of organized and informal outdoor recreation programs for all students, faculty, staff and alumni based on current and established outdoor recreation trends, principles, guidelines, and risk management principles related to campus recreation outdoor adventure-based programming.

Outdoor Trips & Equipment Management:

• Plan, administer, assess and promote a comprehensive outdoor trip program that is aligned with nationally recognized industry standards.
• Plan and implement leadership development curriculum for Outdoor Trip Leaders and extended, out-of-state, outdoor trips.  
• Establish, revise and enforce policies and procedures regarding participation in Outdoor Adventures trip programs including, but not limited to: whitewater and sea kayaking, top rope and lead climbing; bouldering, mountain biking; backpacking, hiking, stand-up paddleboarding.
• Coordinate the equipment rental program and manage the storage facility and inventory.
• Duties include but are not limited to management of the daily operations of the trips and rental programs and equipment storage facility management, inspections, and inventory, special and collaborative programs and clinics.

Personnel Management:

• Provide direction and support for the Graduate Assistant- Outdoor Adventures.
• Responsible for student staff recruiting, hiring, training, evaluation and supervision of approximately 10 volunteer outdoor trip leaders, kayak instructors and 5-6 gear rental attendants.
• Develop and coordinate monthly in-service training sessions for student staff.

Fiscal Management:

• Provide budgetary oversight for all outdoor adventures operations: student payroll, operational expenses and programmatic revenue generation.
• Manage monthly payroll procedures for all responsible student and non-student staff positions including timesheet approval and monthly reporting.
• Monitor all expenses related to procurement card purchases, preventative maintenance and services invoices.
• Manage all programmatic fee collection and revenue generation for outdoor recreation programs.
• Provide monthly and/or annual budget reports on all program area budgets to departmental Administrative (budget) Associate.
• Provide annual budget requests and adhere to allocated funds for each fiscal year.

Assessment and Administrative Duties:

• Work in accordance with Associate Director, Programs & Assessment on overseeing program related assessment procedures. associated with departmental learning outcomes and key performance indicators.
• Ensure programs are culturally competent, inclusive, and accessible to diverse student populations.
• Provide annual assessment data collection and reports to support departmental assessment plan.
• Provide information annually and as needed to support departmental annual report.

The work hours for this position include evening and weekend hours.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a clean motor vehicle record (MVR)
• One year of full-time professional experience in outdoor recreation related programming (two years of graduate assistant experience will count as one year of professional experience)
• Demonstrated supervisory experience in managing a diverse outdoor recreation program to include trips and/or special programming
• Demonstrated ability performing technical skills and instructing activities associated with outdoor recreation related to: rock climbing, kayaking, backpacking, wilderness first aid, experiential education and team building
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate outdoor recreation instructional classes, workshops, clinics, and special events including participant debrief of outdoor excursions
• Must be able to lift and carry 50lbs for potentially long distances/periods of time
• Ability to operate, move, and inspect outdoor and climbing equipment (kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, backpacks, snowboards, bicycles)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or master’s degree in Recreation, Sports Management, Leisure Management or related field
• Certification in CPR/AED
• Certification in First Aid Professional Rescue Instructor
• Wilderness First Responder (WFR) or Wilderness First Aid Certification (WFA)
• Experience using recreation/workforce management software (i.e., Innosoft Fusion, SubitUp or Connect 2)
• Experience working in a collegiate recreation environment
• Demonstrated supervisory experience in managing an outdoor trips or gear rental program, preferably in a campus recreation setting

About Towson University

One of the nation’s top regional public universities, Towson University offers a welcoming environment for living and learning, close to the area’s top educational, cultural and community resources. The backdrop for learning is TU’s beautiful 329-acre suburban campus, located eight miles north of Baltimore and less than an hour’s drive from Washington, D.C. Throughout the entire region, Towson University’s strong partnerships with public and private organizations provide unique opportunities for research, internships and jobs. The Towson Learning Network extends beyond its main campus to five off-campus locations throughout the state. Transfer students can complete their degrees at the university’s new state-of-the-art building in Northeastern Maryland. Towson University is the second-largest university in the prestigious University System of Maryland, the 12th-largest public university system in the United States. TU is also a founding member of the Coalition of Urban and Metropolitan Universities and offers employment opportunities at all levels. Towson University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and has a strong institutional commitment to diversity. Women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

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