Outdoor Recreation Specialist
Rutgers University, New Brunswick, NJ, United States
Position: Outdoor Recreation Specialist
Position Number: 26TM0149 • Department: Recreation • Classification: Nonexempt, Part Time (19.5 hours per week), Temporary Staff Appointment – Hourly.
Salary: $20 – $25 per hour.
Overview Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey's preeminent comprehensive public institution of higher education. Rutgers is committed to maintaining a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.
Responsibilities
Assist with special events and programming, lead day and multi‑day trips, instruct outdoor skills classes, and assist in the off‑site training of student trip leaders and facilitators.
Handle scheduling of student staff, staff supervision, student trip leader development, staff evaluation, and community outreach.
Coordinate training and scheduling of Rockwall student staff, organize community programs, and ensure training compliance.
Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least two (2) years of relevant experience in outdoor or a comparable field.
Certifications / Licenses
CPR / AED certification.
Valid driver’s license.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Wilderness First Responder and CPR / AED certification.
Preferred Qualifications None specified.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. as part of normal job duties.
Special Conditions
Safe driving record.
Benefits
Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage.
Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs.
Competitive retirement benefits including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax‑deferred savings options.
Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable).
Life insurance coverage.
Employee discount programs.
Location Rutgers University – New Brunswick campus, Cook (RU‑New Brunswick). City: New Brunswick, NJ.
Posting Details
Posting Open Date: 04/14/2026
Posting Close Date: 04/28/2026
Open Until Filled: No
Pre‑employment Screening All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre‑employment screenings.
Immunization Requirements Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non‑Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu
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Salary: $20 – $25 per hour.
Overview Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey's preeminent comprehensive public institution of higher education. Rutgers is committed to maintaining a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.
Responsibilities
Assist with special events and programming, lead day and multi‑day trips, instruct outdoor skills classes, and assist in the off‑site training of student trip leaders and facilitators.
Handle scheduling of student staff, staff supervision, student trip leader development, staff evaluation, and community outreach.
Coordinate training and scheduling of Rockwall student staff, organize community programs, and ensure training compliance.
Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least two (2) years of relevant experience in outdoor or a comparable field.
Certifications / Licenses
CPR / AED certification.
Valid driver’s license.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Wilderness First Responder and CPR / AED certification.
Preferred Qualifications None specified.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. as part of normal job duties.
Special Conditions
Safe driving record.
Benefits
Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage.
Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs.
Competitive retirement benefits including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax‑deferred savings options.
Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable).
Life insurance coverage.
Employee discount programs.
Location Rutgers University – New Brunswick campus, Cook (RU‑New Brunswick). City: New Brunswick, NJ.
Posting Details
Posting Open Date: 04/14/2026
Posting Close Date: 04/28/2026
Open Until Filled: No
Pre‑employment Screening All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre‑employment screenings.
Immunization Requirements Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non‑Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu
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