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| Employer Name: Peak 7 Adventures |
SpiderID: 2493950 |
| Location: Spokane, Washington |
Date Posted: 9/22/2008 |
| Wage: DOE |
Category: Management |
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| Number Of Openings: 1 |
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Job Description:
Job Description:
Working under the supervision of the Executive Director, the Program Director recruits program participants by building relationships and partnering with organizations already working with youth on a regular basis. Additionally, the incumbent is expected to recruit volunteers, assist with fundraising efforts and participating in the outdoor activities. The position may require: being on call, responding to emergencies at any hour, and being physically and emotionally capable of safely leading youth in outdoor activities.
Duties and responsibilities:
• Recruit program participants by building and maintaining relationships with organizations already working with youth on a regular basis. These organizations could include: youth residential facilities, youth outreach organizations, youth groups and others.
• Be the secondary Peak 7 Adventures representative in Spokane, effectively communicating it’s mission and values to partnership organizations, foundations, donors, and potential participants.
• Maintain good public relations with news media, parents, and local outdoor representatives.
• Meet with and make presentations to churches, organizations and individuals to build awareness and get people involved with Peak 7 Adventures.
• Plan, organize and schedule activities (follow up, book, volunteers, etc…)
• Have a thorough knowledge of all policies approved by the administrative team.
Job Requirements:
Minimum education and work experience:
• Commitment to Jesus Christ, which reflects Christ in every aspect of his/her vocation and personal life.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge and experience in outdoor related skills and understanding of procedures pertinent to outdoor programs.
• Entrepreneurial and innovative personality
Desired qualifications:
• Wilderness First Responder Certification
• Raft Guide Certification.
• Valid training in CPR and First Aid
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Flexibility to adapt to a wide variety of duties, working conditions, and priorities.
The incumbent must be a person who embodies the following:
• An understanding of and commitment to the special Vision and Mission of Peak 7 Adventures and a compatible personal value system.
• An understanding of and ability to work with others and an appropriate sense of behavior when working with youth.
• An endless capacity for work—with sufficient physical and emotional energy to work long hours.
• A self-starter who creates ideas and follows through without prodding but knows when and how to ask for assistance and counsel.
Job Criteria:
Start Date: 10/1/2008
Position Type: Full-Time Permanent
Years of Experience Required: 2
Education Required: Bachelors
Overnight Travel: Less Than 25%
Vacation Time: 2 weeks / year
Job Benefits:
Health/Dental Benefits, Flex Time, Casual Dress, Regular Employee Outings
Company Profile:
Rafting and backpacking ministry for youth
Contact Information:
| Contact Name: Ryan Kerrigan |
Company Type: Employer |
| Company: Peak 7 Adventures |
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| City: Spokane |
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| State: Washington |
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| Zip: 99217 |
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Web Site: http://www.peak7.org
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