BOLT Technical Coordinator

Job Description:

The Brown Outdoor Leadership Training (BOLT) Technical Coordinator will support the Assistant Director, Student Activities and Special Initiatives by managing leader training, participant recruitment, and program logistics for the Brown Outdoor Leadership Training program.   This position will manage risk management protocols and procedures and ensure the participants receive appropriate education and training for both the training trip and fall trip.

This position serves as the primary point of contact for all external and some internal facing Brown Outdoor Leadership Training (BOLT) program logistics including:  National Forest Service, AEE, AMC, RMC and New Hampshire Fish and Game.

The Technical Coordinator will provide outdoor expertise and training.

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelorâ™s degree required. Masterâ™s Degree in student affairs, higher education, outdoor or experiential education, or related field strongly preferred.

• 3-5 years of related experience

• Experience managing wilderness-based programs.

• Required trainings: Wilderness First Responder, and CPR training.

• Wilderness (backpacking) experience required inclusive of knowledge of Leave No Trace (LNT) principles.

• Understanding of issues of diversity; demonstrated leadership and effectiveness in promoting respect and appreciation for diversity and pluralism among students and staff required.

• Strong organizational, administrative and time management skills required.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills required. Ability to work collaboratively with students, faculty, and staff required.

• Ability to problem solve, develop policy recommendations, and provide creative solutions required.

• Demonstrated skill in facilitation, including an understanding of group dynamics and leadership development.

• Flexibility to evolve with changing university and campus life policies and goals required.

• Basic computer skills (e.g., word processing, electronic mail) are required. Ability to learn additional computer programs.

• Ability to work a flexible schedule including some nights and weekends required.

Background Checks: Criminal and Education Verification

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