The Logistics Manager (LM) is integral to the High Sierra Management Team and overall day-to-day wilderness program management. The LM is a role model and mentor within the High Sierra community, providing daily leadership, administrative support, and management of the High Sierra basecamp and programs.

Responsibilities include: logistics staff supervision, vehicle fleet management, equipment acquisition and management, food program management, budget management and basecamp operations. The PHMC reports to the High Sierra Program Director (PD) and works in collaboration with other High Sierra Program Managers. This opportunity is perfect for the individual looking to work at a mission-driven organization within a tight-knit team and community during peak program season!

Knowledge & Skills

• Passionate about Outward Bound’s mission, programs, and course activities.
• A strong leader with excellent organizational skills and high attention to detail.
• Self-motivated and flexible with an innate sense of initiative, follow-through, and commitment.
• Works both independently and cooperatively as a team member, prioritizing and moving forward on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Effective communicator with an ability to give and receive both positive and constructive feedback.
• Holds a current Wilderness First Responder and CPR certifications.
• Proficient with Microsoft operating system (Word and Excel), Adobe, and G Suite (Gmail, Google Docs, Drive, and Calendar).
• Experienced in working with and mentoring staff around topics of diversity, equity and inclusion.
• Have a deep understanding and personal commitment to equity and inclusion in the outdoors
• Will be required to obtain a California Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) within 3 months of hire if you do not already possess.

Education & Work Experience

• High school graduate and extensive experience with overseeing logistics at outdoor education organizations.
• Supervisory experience preferred.

Physical and Mental  Requirements

• Comfortable with general camping skills and camping in mountain environments.
• Able to lift and move a minimum of 60 lbs.
• Comfortable sitting or standing at a desk or computer 80% of time or greater.
• 21 years of age or older
• Willing to authorize a federal background check, MVR check, Live Scan background check, and provide current negative TB test results upon hire (cost of all screening paid for or reimbursed by OBCA)
• Have held a current United States Driver License for at least three years and possess a clean Motor Vehicle Record