Outdoor Program Jobs in Alaska (NOW HIRING)

We are seeking individuals who can work independently while upholding departmental standards of conduct and professionalism. Successful candidates will demonstrate a strong awareness of risk management and safety, as well as a commitment to providing excellent customer service.
Key qualities include a positive attitude, eagerness to learn, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team. Candidates should possess a reasonable level of physical fitness and consistently demonstrate dependability, responsibility, and punctuality.
Professional appearance and behavior are essential, as is a respect for individual differences and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. An interest in, or knowledge of, outdoor recreation and fitness activities is strongly preferred.
Note: This position requires availability to work evenings and weekends.
Success in this role is supported by hands-on experience in a variety of outdoor recreation activities, such as hiking, camping, rock or ice climbing, paddling (canoeing, kayaking, rafting), and skiing.
Ideal candidates will have prior involvement with Outdoor Adventures programs, whether through participation or employment, and should bring a foundational understanding of outdoor leadership and group dynamics.
Additional qualifications that enhance success in this role include medical training and other documented certifications related to outdoor recreation, safety, and leadership. These may include, but are not limited to, Swiftwater Rescue, ACA instruction, avalanche safety, AMGA or PCIA training, NOLS coursework, or leadership development classes and certificates.
Minimum Qualifications:
Knowledge of and/or interest in outdoor recreation activities.
Student Employment Qualifications:
This position is for UAF students, therefore applicants must be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours during the fall or spring semester, whichever is current or next, and have a GPA of at least 2.0 or a newly enrolled student.
Position Details:
This is a part-time, student position. Compensation is based on experience and the specific duties assigned.
THIS RECRUITMENT IS OPEN TO UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS ONLY.
This is a pooled position and applications are reviewed as needed. Submission of an application does not guarantee review or a job offer.
If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Brittany Tappa, Signers' Business Office HR Coordinator, at bjtappa@alaska.edu or 907-474-6353.
The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the ADA team at ua-ada@alaska.edu .
The University of Alaska ( www.alaska.edu ) is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution. The University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination ( www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination ) against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status.
The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.
Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.
All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business.
* Each university within the University of Alaska system publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report which contains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as: campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); fire safety policies and procedures; programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the University will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in On-Campus Student Housing Facilities; in Noncampus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University or a recognized student organization; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also contains fire statistics for any fires occurring in an On-Campus Student Housing Facility during the three most recent calendar years.
Access to the reports is available at:
UAA: (Addresses Anchorage campus, Aviation Technology Complex, JBER - Elmendorf Extension, JBER - Richardson Extension, Kenai Peninsula College - Kachemak Bay campus, Kenai Peninsula College - Kenai River campus, Kodiak College, Kodiak High School Extension, Matanuska-Susitna College, Prince William Sound College, and Prince William Sound College - Cordova Extension) Online: https://www.uaa.alaska.edu/students/safety . Request a paper copy in person: UAA Police Department Office at Room 114 of Eugene Short Hall on the Anchorage campus / UAA Dean of Students Office at Room 122 of Rasmuson Hall on the Anchorage campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-786-1120 or police@uaa.alaska.edu / 907-786-1214 or uaa_deanofstudents@alaska.edu .
UAF: (Addresses Fairbanks Campus, Bristol Bay Campus, Chukchi Campus, Community and Technical College, Kasitsna Bay Campus, Seward Marine Center, Tok Campus, Kuskokwim Campus, and Northwest Campus) Online: https://www.uaf.edu/orca/files/ASFSR.pdf . Request a paper copy in person: UAF Office of Rights, Compliance and Accountability on the 3rd Floor of Constitution Hall. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-474-7300 or uaf-orca@alaska.edu .
UAS: (Addresses the Juneau Auke Bay Campus, Juneau Technical Education Center, Sitka Campus, & Ketchikan Campus) Online: https://uas.alaska.edu/equity-and-compliance/docs/clery/UAS_ASFSR.pdf . Request a paper copy in person: Hendrickson Building, Suite 202 on the Juneau campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-796-6371 or emailing uas.clery@alaska.edu .