Overview
Job ID 35866120
Category Campus Facilities and Support Services
Organization Student Affairs
Department Recreation:Student Rec Center
Location Main Campus - UCR
Salary $57,700 - $99,300
Date Posted July 28, 2025
Application Deadline Open Until Filled
Schedule Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
Full/Part Time Full-time(100%)
Level of Supervision Direction
Personnel Program Code Professional & Support Staff
Other Information Qualifies for Employee Referral Bonus: No
UC Internal Job: No
Position Information
Reporting to the Assistant Director of Recreation - Outdoor Education, the Outdoor Excursions Program Coordinator is a critical member of the Recreation programming team responsible for the development, management, oversight, and assessment of the Outdoor Excursions program. These areas include the Outdoor Excursions Shop, Adventure Trips and Events, Equipment Rentals, Wilderness and Remote First Aid certification, Leadership Development, and Driver and Trailer training. Important duties include risk management, staffing and supervision, program development and implementation, and oversight and maintenance of facilities and equipment. The incumbent works closely with departmental, divisional, campus, and community partners to deliver client service-based programming that aligns with campus goals at all levels.The full salary range for the Outdoor Excursions Program Coordinator position is $56,000 - $96,400 annually. The expected pay scale for this position is $56,000 - $71,250 annually. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs.Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff.As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.
Requirements
Educational Requirements DegreeRequirementBachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.RequiredAdvanced degree in Outdoor Education, Recreation Administration, Leisure Studies, Student Personnel Administration, Higher Education, or a related field.Preferred
Conditions ConditionRequirementAbility to obtain CPR/AED/First Aid Certification within 6 months of hire.Required Ability to obtain Wilderness and Remote First Aid Instructor Certification within 8 months of hire.Required Ability to obtain Wilderness First Responder (WFR) Certification within 6 months of hire.Preferred
Experience Requirements ExperienceRequirementExperience in programming involving outdoor equipment, trips, and group/community building. RequiredExperience leading and advising participants and teaching outdoor skills; ability to lead and supervise in potentially dangerous conditions, and extreme environmental conditions. Required6 - 10 years of related experience. RequiredExperience supervising or mentoring students, maintaining outdoor equipment, student development, and leadership training. Experience working with diverse populations/clientele. PreferredProfessional experience working in university outdoor programming including equipment rentals, adventure trips, and facilitation. Preferred
License Requirements LicenseRequirementRequired to hold valid driver's license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies/procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program.Required
Certification Requirements CertificationRequirementRed Cross CPR.RequiredStandard First Aid Training Certification.RequiredWilderness First Responder CertificationRequiredWilderness and Remote First Aid Instructor CertificationRequiredRock Climbing Certification (PCIA or AMGA)PreferredLeave No Trace Master Educator CertificationPreferredDriver/Trailer TrainingPreferred
Special Conditions Special ConditionRequirementAbility to successfully pass FBI and DOJ Criminal Check.RequiredExercise the utmost discretion in managing sensitive information learned in the course of performing their duties. Sensitive information includes but is not limited to employee and student records, health and patient records, financial data, strategic plans, proprietary information, and any other sensitive or non-public information learned during the course and scope of employment. Understands that sensitive information should be shared on a limited basis and actively takes steps to limit access to sensitive information to individuals who have legitimate business need to know. Ensure that sensitive information is properly safeguarded. Follow all organizational policies and laws on data protection and privacy. This includes secure handling of physical and digital records and proper usage of IT systems to prevent data leaks. The unauthorized or improper disclosure of confidential work-related information obtained from any source on any work-related matter is a violation of these expectations.RequiredShift Work (hours outside standard Mon-Fri 8AM-5PM work hours)RequiredTravel Outside of Normal Business HoursRequired
Minimum Requirements Demonstrates advanced client service leadership, entrepreneurial spirit and creative thinking skills to resolve non-standard issues. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in the English language. Demonstrated ability to incorporate key program information for inclusion in web-based and other marketing materials. Advanced proficiency in the use of computer applications relevant to job duties. Advanced knowledge of program activity and best practices. Demonstrated ability to analyze and improve programs and processes as needed. Skills to deliver highly effective service orientation, program management, and make sound judgments decisions; able to use critical thinking skills to develop original and creative problem solving ideas in a varied and challenging environment. Strong leadership and interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively across the organization. Familiar with risk management practices for outdoor recreation programs and facilities.
Preferred Qualifications Advanced knowledge of campus policies and procedures.
Additional Information
In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.
UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.
- UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
- UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020
- UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.
- Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019
- Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings
- UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories under state or federal law. It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor.
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