Interim Tourism and Outdoor Recreation Specialist
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Interim Tourism and Outdoor Recreation Specialist
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Transcripts and/or Certificates - For evidence of educational completion, unofficial transcripts are accepted in the application process. Official transcripts will be required upon hire. Include copies of both undergraduate and graduate transcripts. Please remove security-sensitive information such as social security numbers and date of birth from the transcripts. All transcript pages must be attached as one document to this online application
Web-Based Video Interviewing Capabilities Required – Candidates who are selected for screening interviews must have the ability to access and utilize a web-based video interviewing product. Candidates will need to provide and have access to a computer, laptop, or an acceptable mobile device such as a tablet computer with good internet access, audio listening capabilities, microphone, and a web camera. Candidates must have the ability to accept a user agreement and software download of a web-based video interviewing product which we will provide.
Posting Number Posting Number 0600688 Position Title Position Title Interim Tourism and Outdoor Recreation Specialist Position Status Position Status Staff Reports to Department Department Life & Health Science Posting Date Posting Date 08/25/2025 Closing Date Job Category Job Category Interim Anticipated Start Date Position Term Position Term Other FLSA FLSA Non-Exempt Starting Salary Range Starting Salary Range Starting wage is $20.61/hr. (FY26) Benefits Fully-benefited If 'Other', please specify Job Summary This position assists with coordinating, staffing, organizing, scheduling, marketing, and support of the outdoor recreation and tourism program; promotes aerial adventure learning opportunities; and supports the use of aerial adventure spaces and associated instructional spaces. Administers the day-to-day operations of the climbing wall, coordinates the outdoor recreation equipment and instructional space use .
Performs physically demanding tasks related to the climbing wall, aerial adventure space, and other activities while actively assisting with safety procedures both on the wall , aerial elements, and on the ground. Grant-funded position through 6/15/26; continuation of position subject to funding. Administers the setup, coordination, staffing, and appropriate use of outdoor recreation instructional space and aerial adventure space; ensures that equipment and spaces are available, prepared, and in safe working condition to support the shared academic and experiential learning related to outdoor education, outdoor recreation, and tourism.
Supports coordination, communication, and collaboration across the tourism industry to develop robust partnerships and programming between stakeholders, industry leaders, schools, and Northwest College. Attends meetings and collaborates with applicable State, Districts, and community partners in developing and implementing outdoor education, outdoor recreation, and tourism programming.
Schedules trained staff, equipment, and space to support the safe delivery of outdoor education, outdoor recreation, and tourism programming. Maintains equipment and ensures safety standards are followed.
Actively participates in safety orientations for participants and staff, inspects equipment for safety, and uses aerial elements and climbing wall alongside participants.
Administers marketing and outreach activities to advertise and recruit students to participate in the certification, training, and outdoor education degree courses, and to use onsite and off-site instructional space for aerial adventure activities and climbing.
Tracks usage of the aerial adventure learning lab and associated instructional space use by participants, degree, certificate, and non-degree seeking students, and stakeholders/partnerships.
Provides information on academic and non-academic programming related to outdoor education, outdoor recreation, and tourism learning opportunities and actively engages in providing demonstrations and tours.
Monitors budget and associated expenditures and assist with statewide or institutional measurement reports.
| POSITION SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
MIGHT INCLUDE :
Positions assigned to Tourism & Outdoor Recreation Specialist may be responsible for: · Consulting with College, school districts and community stakeholders to develop outdoor education, outdoor recreation, and tourism activities. · Scheduling onsite and off-site instructional spaces including aerial elements and climbing wall space · Sourcing, identifying, evaluating, and scheduling appropriate personnel to ensure adequate staffing for onsite and off-site activities; · Facilitating hiring and payroll processes; · Establishing and maintaining outdoor education, outdoor recreation (including co-op), and tourism equipment check-out/check-in system that includes inventory, equipment cleaning, safety inspection, repair, and replacement. · Developing, maintaining, and distributing outdoor education, outdoor recreation, and tourism information and schedules to college campus and community stakeholders. · Coordinating outdoor recreation and tourism programs for off-campus sites. · Providing usage data with associated coursework, related K-12 stakeholders, community members, or industrial partnerships to the appropriate division chair or NWC staff. · Monitoring and maintaining climbing wall, aerial adventure learning lab, and associated equipment related to onsite and off-site activities for outdoor education, outdoor recreation, and tourism programming. · Collaboratively providing support to students and faculty related to the climbing wall, aerial adventure learning lab, and associated outdoor education, outdoor recreation, and tourism instructional spaces. · Operating tools and equipment in the assigned area of responsibility.
Performs other duties of a similar nature or level. Required Training and Experience Associate degree or two-year technical certificate in related field, and two years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of outdoor education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above. Preferred Training & Experience Licensing Requirements Level 1 Challenge Course Certification required or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire date; Climbing Wall Certification required or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire date; Valid Driver’s License and acceptable driving record; Current certification in First Aid, CPR , and AED or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire date; Acceptable criminal background check Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of : • Database management principles, software knowledge and practices; • Program coordination principles and practices; • Basic budgeting principles; • Recreational activities and locations within the service area; • Customer service principles; • Recordkeeping principles; • Supervisory principles; • Safety and security principles related to outdoor education, outdoor recreation, and tourism instructional spaces; • Safety guidelines and industry standards and principles related to outdoor education, outdoor recreation, and tourism; • Applicable equipment and tools; •Applicable Federal, State and local laws, codes, rules and regulations.
Skills in: · Climbing wall, high and low ropes course navigation; · Monitoring and maintaining database information; · Coordinating program components; · Using computers and related software applications; · Applying public relations principles; · Scheduling and assigning work; · Applying supervisory techniques; · Using applicable tools and equipment related to the area of assignment; · Interpreting and applying policies, procedures, codes, laws, and regulations; · Cleaning and sanitizing equipment and facilities; · Maintaining a safe working and learning environment. · Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction Physical Requirements Positions in this class typically require climbing, twisting ,jumping, kneeling, reaching, lifting, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.
Performs physically demanding tasks related to climbing wall operations, including ascending and descending wall elements, belaying, lifting and setting up equipment, securing participant harnesses, and actively assisting with safety procedures both on the wall and on the ground.
Heavy Work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Incumbents may be subjected to climbing, high and low ropes course navigation, moving mechanical parts, heights, and travel. Weekend and evening work may be required. Special Instructions to Applicants Current Resume – Attach as “Resume” to this online application;
Cover Letter -Attach as “Cover Letter” to this online application;
Transcripts and/or Certificates – For evidence of educational completion, unofficial transcripts are accepted in the application process. Official transcripts will be required upon hire. Include copies of both undergraduate and graduate transcripts. Please remove security-sensitive information such as social security numbers and date of birth from the transcripts. All transcript pages must be attached as one document to this online application
Web-Based Video Interviewing Capabilities Required – Candidates who are selected for screening interviews must have the ability to access and utilize a web-based video interviewing product. Candidates will need to provide and have access to a computer, laptop, or an acceptable mobile device such as a tablet computer with good internet access, audio listening capabilities, microphone, and a web camera. Candidates must have the ability to accept a user agreement and software download of a web-based video interviewing product which we will provide.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Required Documents
Resume Cover Letter Transcripts and/or Certificates Optional Documents
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Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the
Apply for this Job
link/button. If you would like tobookmark this position for later review, click on the
Bookmark
link. To email this position to a friend, click on the
Email to a Friend
link. If you would like to print a copy of this position for your records, click on the
Print Preview
link. Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Current Resume - Attach as “Resume” to this online application;
Cover Letter -Attach as “Cover Letter” to this online application;
Transcripts and/or Certificates - For evidence of educational completion, unofficial transcripts are accepted in the application process. Official transcripts will be required upon hire. Include copies of both undergraduate and graduate transcripts. Please remove security-sensitive information such as social security numbers and date of birth from the transcripts. All transcript pages must be attached as one document to this online application
Web-Based Video Interviewing Capabilities Required – Candidates who are selected for screening interviews must have the ability to access and utilize a web-based video interviewing product. Candidates will need to provide and have access to a computer, laptop, or an acceptable mobile device such as a tablet computer with good internet access, audio listening capabilities, microphone, and a web camera. Candidates must have the ability to accept a user agreement and software download of a web-based video interviewing product which we will provide.
Posting Number Posting Number 0600688 Position Title Position Title Interim Tourism and Outdoor Recreation Specialist Position Status Position Status Staff Reports to Department Department Life & Health Science Posting Date Posting Date 08/25/2025 Closing Date Job Category Job Category Interim Anticipated Start Date Position Term Position Term Other FLSA FLSA Non-Exempt Starting Salary Range Starting Salary Range Starting wage is $20.61/hr. (FY26) Benefits Fully-benefited If 'Other', please specify Job Summary This position assists with coordinating, staffing, organizing, scheduling, marketing, and support of the outdoor recreation and tourism program; promotes aerial adventure learning opportunities; and supports the use of aerial adventure spaces and associated instructional spaces. Administers the day-to-day operations of the climbing wall, coordinates the outdoor recreation equipment and instructional space use .
Performs physically demanding tasks related to the climbing wall, aerial adventure space, and other activities while actively assisting with safety procedures both on the wall , aerial elements, and on the ground. Grant-funded position through 6/15/26; continuation of position subject to funding. Administers the setup, coordination, staffing, and appropriate use of outdoor recreation instructional space and aerial adventure space; ensures that equipment and spaces are available, prepared, and in safe working condition to support the shared academic and experiential learning related to outdoor education, outdoor recreation, and tourism.
Supports coordination, communication, and collaboration across the tourism industry to develop robust partnerships and programming between stakeholders, industry leaders, schools, and Northwest College. Attends meetings and collaborates with applicable State, Districts, and community partners in developing and implementing outdoor education, outdoor recreation, and tourism programming.
Schedules trained staff, equipment, and space to support the safe delivery of outdoor education, outdoor recreation, and tourism programming. Maintains equipment and ensures safety standards are followed.
Actively participates in safety orientations for participants and staff, inspects equipment for safety, and uses aerial elements and climbing wall alongside participants.
Administers marketing and outreach activities to advertise and recruit students to participate in the certification, training, and outdoor education degree courses, and to use onsite and off-site instructional space for aerial adventure activities and climbing.
Tracks usage of the aerial adventure learning lab and associated instructional space use by participants, degree, certificate, and non-degree seeking students, and stakeholders/partnerships.
Provides information on academic and non-academic programming related to outdoor education, outdoor recreation, and tourism learning opportunities and actively engages in providing demonstrations and tours.
Monitors budget and associated expenditures and assist with statewide or institutional measurement reports.
| POSITION SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
MIGHT INCLUDE :
Positions assigned to Tourism & Outdoor Recreation Specialist may be responsible for: · Consulting with College, school districts and community stakeholders to develop outdoor education, outdoor recreation, and tourism activities. · Scheduling onsite and off-site instructional spaces including aerial elements and climbing wall space · Sourcing, identifying, evaluating, and scheduling appropriate personnel to ensure adequate staffing for onsite and off-site activities; · Facilitating hiring and payroll processes; · Establishing and maintaining outdoor education, outdoor recreation (including co-op), and tourism equipment check-out/check-in system that includes inventory, equipment cleaning, safety inspection, repair, and replacement. · Developing, maintaining, and distributing outdoor education, outdoor recreation, and tourism information and schedules to college campus and community stakeholders. · Coordinating outdoor recreation and tourism programs for off-campus sites. · Providing usage data with associated coursework, related K-12 stakeholders, community members, or industrial partnerships to the appropriate division chair or NWC staff. · Monitoring and maintaining climbing wall, aerial adventure learning lab, and associated equipment related to onsite and off-site activities for outdoor education, outdoor recreation, and tourism programming. · Collaboratively providing support to students and faculty related to the climbing wall, aerial adventure learning lab, and associated outdoor education, outdoor recreation, and tourism instructional spaces. · Operating tools and equipment in the assigned area of responsibility.
Performs other duties of a similar nature or level. Required Training and Experience Associate degree or two-year technical certificate in related field, and two years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of outdoor education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above. Preferred Training & Experience Licensing Requirements Level 1 Challenge Course Certification required or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire date; Climbing Wall Certification required or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire date; Valid Driver’s License and acceptable driving record; Current certification in First Aid, CPR , and AED or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire date; Acceptable criminal background check Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of : • Database management principles, software knowledge and practices; • Program coordination principles and practices; • Basic budgeting principles; • Recreational activities and locations within the service area; • Customer service principles; • Recordkeeping principles; • Supervisory principles; • Safety and security principles related to outdoor education, outdoor recreation, and tourism instructional spaces; • Safety guidelines and industry standards and principles related to outdoor education, outdoor recreation, and tourism; • Applicable equipment and tools; •Applicable Federal, State and local laws, codes, rules and regulations.
Skills in: · Climbing wall, high and low ropes course navigation; · Monitoring and maintaining database information; · Coordinating program components; · Using computers and related software applications; · Applying public relations principles; · Scheduling and assigning work; · Applying supervisory techniques; · Using applicable tools and equipment related to the area of assignment; · Interpreting and applying policies, procedures, codes, laws, and regulations; · Cleaning and sanitizing equipment and facilities; · Maintaining a safe working and learning environment. · Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction Physical Requirements Positions in this class typically require climbing, twisting ,jumping, kneeling, reaching, lifting, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.
Performs physically demanding tasks related to climbing wall operations, including ascending and descending wall elements, belaying, lifting and setting up equipment, securing participant harnesses, and actively assisting with safety procedures both on the wall and on the ground.
Heavy Work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Incumbents may be subjected to climbing, high and low ropes course navigation, moving mechanical parts, heights, and travel. Weekend and evening work may be required. Special Instructions to Applicants Current Resume – Attach as “Resume” to this online application;
Cover Letter -Attach as “Cover Letter” to this online application;
Transcripts and/or Certificates – For evidence of educational completion, unofficial transcripts are accepted in the application process. Official transcripts will be required upon hire. Include copies of both undergraduate and graduate transcripts. Please remove security-sensitive information such as social security numbers and date of birth from the transcripts. All transcript pages must be attached as one document to this online application
Web-Based Video Interviewing Capabilities Required – Candidates who are selected for screening interviews must have the ability to access and utilize a web-based video interviewing product. Candidates will need to provide and have access to a computer, laptop, or an acceptable mobile device such as a tablet computer with good internet access, audio listening capabilities, microphone, and a web camera. Candidates must have the ability to accept a user agreement and software download of a web-based video interviewing product which we will provide.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Required Documents
Resume Cover Letter Transcripts and/or Certificates Optional Documents
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