Summer Expedition Program Coordinator

Each year we employ hundreds of Seasonal Staff to serve thousands of campers and our Directors and Assistant Directors are an integral part of this success. Each Camp Leadership Team is responsible for ensuring the delivery of safe, high quality and efficient programs. They also provide mentorship and training to our Seasonal Instructors and are responsible for creating a positive, inclusive, and memorable work environment. If you are seeking meaningful work as a leader in our outdoor recreation community, we invite you to join us this upcoming Summer!

Important Details

• Work Schedule: Sunday - Friday, with frequent trips and overnight stays in the field with our program groups.

• Position Duration: In person Camp Leadership training takes place May 1 - 3. Additional pre-season training takes place in Colorado May 23 - June 3. Transportation to and from required trainings + accommodations provided! Programs Run June through August, exact dates location depending.

• Compensation: Pay is determined based on position, additional responsibilities, relevant certifications, and staff tenure. Starting rates are below:

  • Colorado: $1,119/week

  • California: $1,352/week

  • $350 WFR/EMT certification bonus at the end of the season

  • Additional bonuses for advanced certifications: $100 - $400 per certification

Due to California regulations, in order to drive our 15-passenger vans, staff must either possess a CDL or non-CA based drivers license. California Expedition Candidates who do not possess a CA driver's license will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

In this role you will

• Bring the Avid4 vision to life; ensure our camps are operating at a high quality and that parents, campers and staff have positive experiences at Avid4 Adventure.

• Lead and empower Camp Instructors by providing mentorship, hosting engaging staff meetings and continuing education segments, and fostering a positive, inclusive workplace.

• Complete behind-the-scenes administrative work to include creating camp and staff schedules, uploading pictures, ensuring compliance standards are being upheld, conducting payroll audits, and ensuring logistical accuracy.

• Provide excellent customer service to our campers and parents by addressing problems immediately, communicating clearly and frequently, responding to parent survey feedback, and guiding staff on Avid4 best practices.

• Manage the risk in your program to minimize the number of incidents. You will participate in incident response and oversee the timely completion of incident reports and first aid forms.

• Fulfill the role of instructor on an as needed basis.

Your Background

• Must meet American Camp Association minimum age requirements, i.e., must be 20 years or older by the start of camp season)

• All Camp Leadership must qualify to drive camp vehicles, i.e., have a valid driver’s license for 3+ years and clean driving record

• Must have demonstrated expertise in at least one of our core sports (paddling, backpacking, climbing, mountain biking)

• Expeditions Leadership must possess a Wilderness First Responder (or EMT) and CPR certification by the start of camp

You will love this role if

• You find fulfillment in furthering our mission to “inspire kids to live active, outdoor lifestyles” and take pride in searching out how to provide our campers, parents and staff with an unmatched experience.

• You can seamlessly move between a multitude of responsibilities; from nailing down your camp's logistics to leading engaging staff meetings to approaching parent conversations with empathy.

• You are equally comfortable out in the field leading programs and supporting campers and staff as you are behind a laptop completing administrative duties with attention to detail and precision.

• You can speak to multiple audiences with ease, foster meaningful relationships, and inspire everyone around you with our mission.

• You successfully develop and empower your instructors while working with them side by side, being present in the moment, and leaving the weight of work challenges behind you at the end of your day.

Our Interview Process

After you submit an application, here is what you can expect next:

• Step 1: We review your application for qualifications

• Step 2: Invitation to complete a one-way video interview

• Step 3: 40-minute live virtual interview and submit three references (personal and/or professional)

• Final decision!!

This process moves quickly so be ready to hear from us shortly after you submit your application.