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Director of Outdoor Programs

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Position Information

Posting date

04/14/2022

Closing date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Position Number

0016500

Position Title

Director of Outdoor Programs

Department this Position Reports to

Outdoor Programs Office

Hiring Range Minimum

Please inquire.

Hiring Range Maximum

Please inquire.

SEIU Level

Not an SEIU Position

FLSA Status

Exempt

Employment Category

Regular Full Time

Scheduled Months per Year

12

Scheduled Hours per Week

40

Schedule

Location of Position

1st Floor, Robinson Hall

Remote Work Eligibility?

Hybrid

Is this a term position?

No

If yes, length of term in months.

Is this a grant funded position?

No

Position Purpose

Dartmouth’s sense of place in northern New England provides its students with a unique learning environment. The mission of the Outdoor Programs Office ( OPO ) is to find inclusive ways for all students to engage with the outdoors to better understand the natural world, themselves and others. OPO accomplishes this through three main endeavors: supervising the Dartmouth Outing Club (the oldest and largest collegiate outing club in the country), facilitating educational & community programs, and managing a wide variety of outdoor facilities across the State of New Hampshire. This position directs all internal aspects of the Outdoor Programs Office including program development, oversight of staff, operations and facilities. The Director is a member of the Student Life management team and works in collaboration with colleagues to establish a vision, mission and goals for Outdoor Programs.

Description

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp

Masters plus 6 or more years' experience or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

Education
• Master’s degree or the equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience
• Seven years of experience administering outdoor programs, or the equivalent.

Skills & Knowledge
• Familiarity with the skills, language, central issues and concerns of outdoor disciplines.
• Ability to address complex issues that include a wide variety of subject matter and a multi-faceted mission.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to relate to a diverse population including students, faculty, staff, alumni/ae, etc.
• Demonstrated commitment to the ideas of a liberal arts education and to promoting pluralism and intercultural understanding.
• Demonstrated success in leading and developing a professional staff/team, including volunteers and students.
• Outstanding communication skills, including public speaking, and ability to communicate effectively with all constituencies in the campus and greater community.
• Demonstrated experience working both independently and collaboratively, with outstanding proficiency in teamwork, collaboration, flexibility, and organizational problem-solving.
• Conceptual skills necessary to view the department holistically and make decisions for its overall welfare.
• Strong organizational, budgetary, and financial management skills.
• Ability to develop a multi-year vision while maintaining annual focus.
• Knowledge of programmatic risk management.

Preferred Qualifications

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title

Eric Ramsey, Associate Dean for Student Life

Talent Acquisition Consultant

Rabia Gandhi

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.

Background Check

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Special Instructions to Applicants

A resume with an accompanying cover letter may be submitted via the Spelman Johnson website at www.spelmanjohnson.com/open-positions . Nominations for this position may be emailed to Heather J. Larabee at hjl@spelmanjohnson.com . Applicants needing reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process should contact Spelman Johnson at 413-529-2895 or email info@spelmanjohnson.com . Review of applications will begin May 3, 2022, and continue until the position is filled.

All Dartmouth College employees, whether working on-site or remotely, are required to be up to date with vaccination against COVID -19 (or to have received an approved exemption from vaccination through the Office of Institutional Diversity and Equity). Please visit https://dartgo.org/vaxpolicy for details. Compliance with this requirement is a condition of employment. Failure to meet this condition of employment may result in Dartmouth in its sole discretion delaying your start date or rescinding its offer of employment.

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https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/62548

Key Accountabilities

Description

Department Leadership (45%)
· Assures all programs are properly vetted for alignment with the mission of Outdoor Programs—managing risk appropriately, having proper leadership in place, are well-prepared, and adhere to the highest industry standards.
· Provides leadership and supervision (including mentorship, task assignment, execution oversight and accountability) to the Outdoor Programs staff.
· Responsible for hiring, evaluation, and termination of staff.
· Directs the development, implementation, and on-going planning for departmental vision and direction, including participation in facility development and renewal planning, staff retreats and professional development, educational and recreational program planning, and fiscal planning.
· Develops and administers the Outdoor Program Office’s diversity and inclusion plan.
· Builds intentional partnerships with other Student Life offices.
· Collaborates with all areas of the campus; and, in conjunction with the Associate Dean, advocates for Outdoor Programs with a wide range of campus and community partners.

Percentage Of Time

45%

Description

Program Management (15%)
Directs the management of a variety of Outdoor Programs. Examples include:
· Student-focused outdoor education such as team building and leadership development programming, ropes courses, physical education classes, workshops, experiential learning opportunities, etc.
· Outdoor facilities/programs such as Cross Country Ski Touring Center, Ravine Lodge, Ledyard Canoe Club, rental cabins, equipment rental service, a climbing gym, etc.
· Departmental risk management protocols and programs, including those regarding wilderness medicine, transportation, chainsaw and other tool use, and basic leadership training.

Percentage Of Time

15%

Description

Student Advising (15%)
· Supervises the Dartmouth Outing Club ( DOC ).
· Serves as an advisor to one or more of the Dartmouth Outing Club committees.
· Builds positive, productive, professional relationship with student leaders.
· Fosters an educational environment for students and staff.

Percentage Of Time

15%

Description

Administration (15%)
· Implements policies and procedures assuring compliance with College policy.
· Serves on divisional and institutional committees and working groups, as assigned.
· Participates in divisional or departmental emergency on-call rotations.

Percentage Of Time

15%

Description

Fiscal Management (10%)
· Develops and manages, with input from staff, all operating budgets.
· Serves as primary steward for departmental award and/or grant programs. May chair the distribution committee, informs students of committee decisions, maintains records, and distributes reports.
· Fiscal resource development such as grants, endowment and annual giving.
· In consultation with Student Life, Student Affairs and Advancement staff, actively engages in fundraising to support the growth of the Outdoor Program Office. Identifies prospective supporters and works to steward and engage alumni stakeholders and prospects.

Percentage Of Time

10%

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Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.

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Performs other duties as assigned. Some night and weekend work required.
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Required Documents
  1. Resume
Optional Documents
  1. Cover Letter


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