Outdoor Recreation Student Facilitator

Description

Do you love the outdoors, enjoy working with people, and want to help others experience the benefits of adventure programming? Join the Campus Recreation team as an Adventure and Outdoor Recreation Student Assistant. In this hands‑on role, you’ll support a wide range of outdoor and adventure‑based programs including off‑campus trips, challenge courses, team‑building events, and the bike share system. Approximately 5 hours per week.

• Create and maintain a safe and engaging environment for all participants.
• Assist with the planning and facilitation of:
  • Off‑campus trips and outdoor adventures
  • Supervision of waterfront
  • Team building and leadership development programs
  • Trail maintenance and the Keuka bike share program
  • Outdoor educational and adventure therapy sessions
• Support program evaluation, tracking, and administrative tasks.
• Promote inclusivity and accessibility in all programs and communications.
• Represent Keuka College in a professional and positive manner.
• Attend required training sessions and staff meetings.
• Adhere to all FERPA, safety, and institutional policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Must be able to lift at least 30 lbs
• Comfortable working on your feet for extended periods
• Able to work evenings and weekends
• Occasionally required to work in inclement weather

• Must be a current Keuka College student in the traditional on‑campus undergraduate program.
• Detail‑oriented, enthusiastic, and dependable.
• Strong interpersonal skills; comfortable speaking in front of groups.
• Able to work independently and within a team setting.
• Strong commitment to confidentiality, integrity, and professionalism.

• Basic facilitation experience
• Belaying skills or climbing experience