Fall Trip Leader
Job Description
Wilderness Adventures is looking for Trip Leaders who are enthusiastic about working with students ages 10-20 in group settings. Leaders will guide groups of 8-13 students, with one or two co-leaders through exciting yet challenging adventure activities, as well as teach the curriculum designed for each of our programs. Trips take place in the Jackson Hole area as well as Northern California and Washington State.
While trips can be mentally and physically challenging for leaders and participants, our Trip Leaders bring FUN to each day!
Wilderness Adventures seeks leaders who will be a positive influence on the participants, an inspirational role model, devoted to supporting student growth and education throughout the trip and creating a fun and non-competitive environment in which the students can thrive. We look for people who excel in decision-making, adaptability, risk management, and have the ability to work effectively in a shared leadership position.
Read more into the specifics about what it means to be a Trip Leader here!
So, what do we look for in a candidate for this role?
- A passion for working with youth
- A passion for living outside for an extended period of time
- A positive, can-do attitude
- The ability and willingness to work through difficult situations. Including but not limited to: logistical complications, budget management, unexpected obstacles, interpersonal conflict with students, interpersonal conflict with co-leaders, etc.
- Previous experience working with youth and in leadership positions
- Experience giving, receiving, and facilitating feedback
Requirements
- Minimum 21 years old
- A valid U.S. Driver’s License
- A clean driving record
- A minimum of two professional references
- A Wilderness First Responder (WFR) medical certification or higher certification that is valid through September 2025
- A recent physical examination ensuring physical and mental health
Salary & Benefits
- Experience-based pay scale not limited to time working at Wilderness Adventures. We will request you submit an Experience/Field Log with dates, ages, and activities of times you have led overnight trips in the past.
- Bonus opportunities for leaders with additional certifications (i.e. WEMT, Lifeguard Certification, Teacher Certification, PADI)
- Bonus opportunities for staff referrals
- All program expenses are paid for while working for Wilderness Adventures (i.e. transportation, all accommodations, meals on trip as well as days off, all activity fees)
- Access to a variety of pro-deals with outdoor brands like Outdoor Research, Orvis, Mountain Hardware, Crocs, Smith, and more!
Dates of Employment
- August 18th-22nd: Training
- August 23rd-30th: Jackson Hole
- September 1st-12th: Northern California
- September 13th-20th: Washington
- September 21st-26th: Program Wrap Up
How to Apply
- Complete an application through CampInTouch here.
- Submit a minimum of 3 professional references.
- Complete 2 rounds of interviews with our Leadership Team.
- Pass a series of three background checks.
Email [email protected] if you have any questions about the application process!
Frequently Asked Questions
Once you apply, you can expect to hear from us within one week on next steps. If your application aligns with what we are looking for in candidates, we will offer you a first-round interview. This interview is a 30-minute phone call with a member of our Leadership Team. Following a successful first-round, you will receive an email from a member of our team about a second-round interview. This is a 1-hour Zoom meeting where you will dive more into scenarios and details of the position. If all goes well in both interviews, you will receive an offer!
After you’re hired, you will receive a general pack list focused towards Staff Training. Once you are assigned your trip, you will receive a trip-specific packing list! All leaders will be responsible for bringing personal clothing, toiletries, etc. that are needed for their trip location. In most cases, the packing list will also include a sleeping bag, sleeping pad, and backpack. Other than that, Wilderness Adventures will provide all other gear (tents, stoves, kitchen equipment, water purification, etc.). Wilderness Adventures is not responsible for personal items that are lost or stolen while on contract with us.