About UTEP

UTEP is a comprehensive public research university that is increasing access to excellent higher education. We advance discovery of public value and positively impact the health, culture, education, and economy of the community we serve.

The University of Texas at El Paso is America's leading Hispanic-serving university. Located at the westernmost tip of Texas, where three states and two countries converge along the Rio Grande, 84% of our 24,000 students are Hispanic, and more than half are the first in their families to go to college. UTEP offers 172 bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs at the only open-access, top-tier research university in America.

Position Information

Hiring Department: Recreational Sports

Posting End Date: Open until filled

Hours: 40 hours per week, standard Monday- Friday 8:00am- 5:00pm, flexibility is required on evenings and weekends

FLSA status: Exempt

Earliest Start Date: As soon as possible.

Salary: $45,000 Annually

Required Application Materials:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• List of three references

The primary accountabilities are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Incumbents may perform all or some of the primary accountabilities listed. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented in the incumbents' performance objectives as outlined by the incumbents' immediate supervisor or manager. This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. A valid driver's license issued by the State where the applicant resides and insurability as defined in UTS 157 may be required to perform the position's essential functions.



Purpose of Position

Essential Functions

Provides the overall leadership and oversight for the Outdoor Adventure Program consisting of, Challenge Course, Climbing Gym, Outdoor Trips and equipment rentals.



Focuses on leadership development, experiential learning, and encouraging students to explore our outdoor adventure programs



Leads the development of assessment and evaluations tools to improve engagement, and services. Provides ongoing feedback and recommendation regarding program enhancements to Department staff



Responsible for attending and staffing all campus partnership events such as New Student Orientation, Orange and Blue Day, Operation College Bound, and campus outreach events



Coordinate programs and trainings to support the personal, academic, co-curricular, and leadership development of students. Provides leadership and support for department and all staff onboarding, training, engagement, and recognition events and activities



In partnership with the Director, responsible for managing and proposing operational annual income and expenditures



Develop and maintain effective and comprehensive risk management plans



Serve as a member of the Department's Leadership Team. Attend and participate in divisional meetings and committees



Promotes organization policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal rules and regulations; advises University personnel regarding the development and implementation of regulatory strategy, potential areas of regulatory concern, and new government/regulatory developments.



Implements directives corresponding to division or department outlining policy, program, or operational changes to be implemented.



Ensures operational efficiency and economy of divisions or departments.



Assists in developing and implementing short and long-range plans, conceptual designs, and capital outlay (budget) requirements and documentation for assigned area(s).



Reviews and approves documentation relating to needs specific to assigned area(s).

Understands department's role in accomplishing the University's mission.



Compiles and submits reports as required by management, state, local, and federal regulatory agencies.



Acts as liaison between department and internal or external customers.



Participates in various committees, professional trainings, industry conferences, and conventions.



Knowledge of all Microsoft Office software and able to learn and use institutional software systems.



Complies with all State and University policies.



Other duties may be assigned.



Supervisory Responsibilities Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's objectives, policies and applicable laws.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Required Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's Degree

and

Experience: Three years of related experience and training to the statement of duties and responsibilities; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Occasional traveling required.

Preferred Qualifications: Master's Degree and three years post Master's professional student affairs experience at a college or university. Preferred certifications include: Climbing Wall Association Instructor, NOLS Wilderness Advanced First Aid, Challenge Course Facilitator I, II, Manager, and active member of TOADS. CPR/AED Certified or obtain certification within sixty (60) days of employment. Possess an active Driver's License and ability to drive Texas state vehicles

Additional Information

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must frequently stand and walk. The employee must regularly sit; use hands to feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee must lift and move up to 50 pounds.

The noise level for this work environment is moderate to very loud.

In keeping with its access, excellence and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.

The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or sexual orientation and gender in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee's or prospective employee's right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972.

For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP's Equal Opportunity Office at eoaa@utep.edu.






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