Outdoor Adventure Instructor (Staff Wage)

The University of Virginia Intramural-Recreational Sports Department is currently seeking Outdoor
Adventure Instructors to teach activities such as kayaking, rock climbing, anchor workshops, and hiking.
Most programs run from 2 hour clinics, to full day trips. Previous outdoor experience is required.
Applicants must be at least 21+ years old. Instructor certifications for leading kayaking and/or climbing
programs are preferred. CPR/First Aid/Wilderness First Aid certifications are also preferred.
This is a wage position which is not eligible for leave or other benefits and is limited to 1500 hours of work
in a year. For more information, refer to the Wage Employment link:
http://uvapolicy.virginia.edu/policy/HRM-029.
The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment.
Position Compensation Range: $14.00 - $18.00 Hourly

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: Bachelor's degree preferred but not required
Experience: Some- up to 4 years
Preferred License or Certification: Virginia Drivers License; CPR/First Aid/Wilderness First Aid; Instructor
certifications such as through ACA for paddling, and AMGA/PCIA/PCGI for climbing.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of outdoor recreation activities to be taught. Strong
communication skills, written and verbal. Ability to engage students and staff in a professional manner.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Physical in nature, can be outside in the elements, climbing, lifting, walking, paddling, etc.
The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System and the University Physician's Group are
fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence
expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity
and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without
regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation,
race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic
information.

The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician's Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.