OAP Summer Staff Member
This is a fantastic opportunity for a student passionate about the great outdoors and supporting our community in outdoor-oriented pursuits. Join an awesome team of dedicated staff committed to supporting each other and helping others be more physically active and engaged in nature. Work in our Rental Shop or Climbing Center. Learn all about outdoor equipment and indoor climbing. Gain valuable skills in customer service, outdoor equipment inventory and maintenance, leadership, program administration, climbing gym management, and outdoor skill development. Flexible hours, free equipment rentals, supportive and inclusive supervisor, and fun work environment.
| Supervisors Name & Title | Michael Hatch, Outdoor Adventure Program Director |
| Student Job Title | OAP Summer Staff Member |
| Department | Student Affairs/OAP |
| Position Funding | Department-funded position |
| Number of Student Positions | Multiple |
| Job Category | Student employee (most typical) |
| Wage & Job Level | $15.20 ; Level 4 |
| Job Location | On-campus, in-person |
| Job Duration | June 9 – Sept. 20, 2025. Working during enrollment breaks is expected. |
| Type of work schedule | Flexible schedule – agreed upon. Shifts/Range of Hours Needed for the Position: M, T, TH, F, 12-9pm, and Saturdays, 11am-7pm. |
| Estimated numbers of hours per week | 5-35hrs/week |
| Experiential Learning: | – Students will develop interpersonal skills, through working with a variety of people from diverse backgrounds. – Students will learn the key components of working in a team environment, and how to be an effective team player. – Students will develop outdoor skills, equipment knowledge, and learn about program administration. – Students will develop effective skills to work independently. – Students will become familiar with risk management procedures and safety protocols in recreation management. – Students will gain critical knowledge in outdoor program administration and management. |
| Professional Development: | Employee will receive First Aid/CPR training and certification. In addition, employee will be trained to manage the Climbing Center and be belay certified. |
| Summary of Job Duties/Responsibilities/Essential Functions: | – Support OAP programming with superior customer service skills – Assist OAP Director with outdoor programming and activity coordination – Meet campus groups to talk about OAP services – Provide EOU students, faculty/staff, and community members with outdoor equipment and information in the OAP rental shop in a friendly, engaging, and respectful manner – Gain a firm understanding of rental shop equipment inventory and rental program and be able to competently use RentMaster software – Be able to conduct routine maintenance and repair of OAP outdoor equipment and gear – Be responsible for money transactions, accounting, and daily student account deposits – Help overseeing the safe operation of the climbing center and supervise indoor climbing users – Gain proficiency in indoor climbing skills and provide belay services and instruction to climbing center users – Assist the OAP in generating enthusiasm in the university community for outdoor programming and activities |
| Minimum Qualifications: | – Attending EOU (on campus or online) an enrolled in a minimum of six (6) credits – In good academic standing |
| Preferred Qualifications: | – Strong interest in connecting the campus and community – Excellent interpersonal skills in working with both colleagues and the public – Excellent interpersonal skills in working with diverse groups – Motivated and able to work independently – Excellent and positive work references – Have a strong connection to and willingness to learn about the outdoors and outdoor sports |
| Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: | – Professional work ethic and independent time management skills
– Strong critical thinking skills and the ability to respond quickly – Detail oriented on various tasks and projects – Demonstrate efficiency and knowledge of Microsoft Office suite programs |
| Required Application Material: | Resume, Intro/Cover Letter |
| Send Application Materials To: | Michael Hatch, mhatch@eou.edu, Outdoor Adventure Program at the Fieldhouse |
| Job Opening Date: | April 4, 2025 |
| Job Closing Date: | Open Until Filled |
| First Day of Application Review: | April 11, 2025 |
| Estimated Start Date: | June 9, 2025 |
| Special Message | Eastern Oregon University is an EEO Employer and welcome applications from women, members of historically underrepresented minority groups, US Veterans, and persons with disabilities. EOU is committed to providing equal opportunity in its recruitment, admissions, educational programs, activities and employment without illegal discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, national origin, race, marital status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or any status as protected by state or federal law. |
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