YOP Logistics and Trip Support Assistant

18 hours ago

Boston, United States Appalachian Mountain Cl Full time

Position:              YOP Logistics and Trip Support Assistant – Seasonal (May 11 – November 4, 2016)

Location:              AMC Headquarters, Boston, MA

Reports to:         YOP Manager of Training and Support

Summary Description:

Each year, the AMC’s Youth Opportunities Program (YOP) makes the outdoors accessible to over 35,000 youth from urban, lower income communities throughout the Northeast.  We accomplish this by providing training and support to hundreds of youth workers and teachers that independently lead their groups of youth into the outdoors.  YOP’s continuum of services includes outdoor leadership training, free equipment loans, trip planning assistance, reduced lodging rates at AMC destinations, professional development, and youth adventures.  This unique model enables our YOP-trained partners to use the outdoors to meet their youth development goals.  YOP is expanding rapidly and looking for talented individuals to join our team which aims to serve at least 60,000 youth per year by 2020.

This six-month seasonal position is available May 11th to November 4th, and will be responsible for the management of all outdoor equipment sites operated by our Boston office, which are located in Boston, North Andover, Canton, Worcester and Russell, MA as well as New Haven, CT. Key areas of work include inventory, distribution, organization, safety, maintenance, and repair. This position will ensure YOP equipment sites operate efficiently and effectively in order to best serve YOP Members and staff. This position represents a great opportunity to support Boston area schools and youth agencies, while having fun outdoors The Logistics and Trip Support Assistant will also gain exposure to future employment opportunities at the Appalachian Mountain Club.  Weekly regional travel is expected.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Clean, repair and maintain outdoor equipment to ensure safety and longevity. Keep equipment rooms clean and organized.
    • Provide logistical support for Outdoor Leadership Trainings, workshops, and Direct Service trips.
    • Schedule and attend appointments with YOP Members for equipment pick up and return.  Coordinate equipment usage to maximize availability to YOP Members. 
    • Assist with regular equipment repair events and guide volunteers in maintenance and repair of outdoor equipment.
    • Support the Logistics and Equipment Associate with equipment needs at remote sites
    • Manage an accurate overall inventory of equipment for YOP’s Boston program base, assist with annual inventory.
    • Other tasks to support the program as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience:

  • Prior experience and interest in Outdoor Leadership or Recreation, Environmental Education or Studies, or related field, preferred.
  • Experience working with outdoor equipment required, along with proficiency with repair and maintenance.
    • Interest in supporting a program that serves a broad and diverse constituency, including youth, adults, volunteers, and staff.
    • Strong organizational and communication skills. Logistical skills for outdoor program planning.
    • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
    • Experience working with youth in an outdoor adventure program preferred.  Experience with urban youth, desirable.
    • Working knowledge of outdoor skills, primarily camping, backpacking, and winter travel.
    • Wilderness First Aid and CPR preferred. 
    • Familiarity with the Boston area very desirable.
    • Sense of humor, patience, flexibility, and hard working, a must.
    • Ability to drive 12-passenger van safely and possession of a clear personal driving history.
    • Ability to hike and camp in mountain terrain carrying a 40-50 pound pack, in all weather conditions. Ability to lift 65 pounds from ground to waist high.
    • A general knowledge of the AMC and its mission, desirable.
    • Ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment.
    • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office. 
    • Ability to work weekends and evenings.

To Apply:

The Appalachian Mountain Club has zero tolerance for child abuse or placing children in danger.  The AMC requires all employees who work in a program or facility which serves children, disabled persons, or the elderly to have a criminal background record check performed on their name annually with employment contingent upon satisfactory results.

Please include your resume and a cover letter when applying.   The information should include three (3) professional references and your salary requirements.  No phone calls, please.

The AMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in the workplace. The AMC encourages the involvement of all people in its mission and activities, through its membership, programs, policies, and procedures. Our goal is to be a community that is comfortable, inviting, and accessible for people of any age, gender, race, religion, ethnicity, ability, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status. Join us

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