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Employer:  Appalachian Mountain Club.
Categories:  Education/Training
Other
Travel Required:  None
Job Type:  Full Time
Preferred Degree:  None
Experience Required:  2-3 years
State/Province:  NH - New Hampshire
City:  Bretton Woods
Salary:  n/a
Job Description: 

The year-round Adventure Guide is responsible for the delivery of all Highland Center programs and activities as well as other specialty programs at AMC destinations. The Adventure Guide will act as an interpretive and informational resource to guests at the Highland Center, providing high-quality customer service during non-program times. The Adventure Guide will hold a leadership role in the AMC programs department, assisting in training, supervision, and evaluation of seasonal Adventure Guide staff. The Adventure Guide will report to the Adventure Programs Manager and work with fellow staff and volunteers to develop and implement high quality educational and recreational programs for guests and visitors.|

Responsibilities

* Deliver outdoor and indoor education and/or recreation related programs in and around the Highland Center throughout the day, on topics ranging from natural and cultural history to backcountry safety and resource conservation.
* Lead outdoor programs, including but not limited to: ½ day to full day and overnight hikes in the area in all types of weather.
* Deliver special programs, including but not limited to:
*
o Themed weekend events at the Highland Center.
o Family Adventure and 50+ Adventure Camp Programs
o Holiday week premium programming during holiday vacation weeks.
o Day long and multi-day overnight trips in the backcountry for groups.
o Interpretive programs at the Bretton Woods Resort.
o Teambuilding programs for groups
o Outdoor skills programs including: map & compass, orienteering, camping, firemaking, and Leave No Trace.
o Winter-specific programs including: Nordic ski clinics & tours, snowshoe clinics & tours, and winter camping/survival.
* Deliver short informative presentations daily to guests at breakfast and dinner.
* Assist in developing and maintaining passive educational materials, including program manuals, on-site libraries and games, self guided activities, posters and displays.
* Act as an interpretive resource for guests, visitors, volunteers, and staff when on duty.
* Act as Guest Services/Front Desk Attendant when scheduled. This includes checking guests in, making or modifying reservations for multiple AMC facilities and programs, providing accurate information and education, fulfilling concierge requests, and retail sales.
* Prepare and submit all program reports and assignments as instructed.
* Act as a leader in the Highland Center Programs Department, assisting in the training, supervision, and evaluation of seasonal staff.
* Assist with new program development, including designing weekend workshops and writing lesson plans for daily programs.
* Cross-train in order to support other departments at the Highland Center.
* Perform all other duties within the AMC as assigned.

Employment Qualifications

* At least 2 years of related program leading experience, including solid backcountry skills and experience, and demonstrated ability to lead groups in the outdoors.
* Practical and academic background in environmental education, natural history, or recreation is required.
* Strong leadership experience is required.
* Experience with curriculum or program development is required.
* Certification in WFR is required; WEMT is desirable.
* Ability to develop and lead all programs at all AMC destinations is required. The AMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes diversity in our workplace.
* Physical ability to travel to all AMC destinations in all weather conditions is required, carrying loads of up to 40 pounds in a backpack, hiking on unimproved trails.
* Strong organizational and written/verbal communication skills.
* Excellent guest service skills and a demonstrated commitment to AMC goals.
* Willingness to work weekends, holidays, and evenings.
* Must be over 18 years old, preferably 21 (to comply with driving standards). Must hold valid driver s license and be able to pass a DOT medical exam.
* Safe driving record and practices, as verified through a driving history record check.
* AMC has zero tolerance for the abuse of children. Any employee or intern with access to children will have a criminal record check performed and have references checked regarding their past work with children.

To Reply

Please send resume and cover letter to:
Sara DeLucia
Adventure Programs Manager
Highland Center at Crawford Notch
Route 302
Bretton Woods, NH 03575
(603) 278-3827
sdelucia@outdoors.org

Benefits of Working With the AMC

The AMC offers a great benefits package! Here is a partial list that highlights some benefits offered for our regular full-time employees. Benefits may vary based on position.

* Group Health Plan, 75 percent employer paid.
* Group Life Insurance, 100 percent employer paid
* Long-Term Disability Insurance, 100 percent employer paid
* Vacation, three weeks accrued each year
* Holidays, 13 paid holidays/year
* Use of AMC Facilities, free and discounted rates
* Free AMC membership

The Appalachian Mountain Club is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace.

 

08/20/2010

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