The High Sierra support staff team attends to the big and small details to ensure smooth, uninterrupted program operations. The Logistics Coordinator (LC) is a crucial member of that team and works under the direct supervision of the Associate Logistics Manager. This position is perfect for the detail-oriented individual who enjoys feeding people, seeing projects through to a thorough and timely completion and making things happen behind the scenes. The Logistics Coordinator directly manages the equipment, food, and transportation for courses 5-65 days in length.

Who You Are

• Have a deep understanding and personal commitment to equity and inclusion in the outdoors
• Able to work independently with little guidance from supervisor
• Highly organized, with a strong attention to detail
• Skilled at managing small groups of people
• Able to work as a team member in a collaborative environment
• Maintains a positive attitude while working outdoors, regardless of weather or season
• Comfortable with general camping skills, camping in mountain environments, and spending approximately 20% of work time at overnight course events (field-based course starts, course ends, and mid-course resupplies)
• Proficient at basic computer use

Physical & Mental Requirements

• Sufficiently fit to participate in all site- and logistics-related course activities while maintaining ample energy, strength, and focus to aid students and instructors
• Able to carry weights of up to 60 pounds
• Can be on feet most days, sometimes for long hours early or late in the day
• Able to maintain composure, exercise sound judgment and decision-making, and assess and mitigate risk under extended periods of stress
• Able to operate a vehicle for 8-10 hours a day

Also you…

• Are 21 years of age or older
• Have held a current United States Driver License for at least three years and possess a clean Motor Vehicle Record

Required Upon Hire

• 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)
• Willing to acquire California Class C Commercial Driving License upon hire with assistance from supervisor
• Hold or willing to obtain a current Standard First Aid (8-hour training), CPR, and California Food Handler certifications

Bonus if you…

• Are a proficient user of Microsoft Office Suite (Word and Excel), Adobe, and G Suite (Gmail and Google Docs, Drive, and Calendar)
• Able to perform basic equipment repair
• Comfortable driving trailer up to 12 feet in length
• Hold a current Wilderness First Responder certification
• Have prior experience driving in a professional setting
• Have prior experience implementing organizational systems
• Have field experience with outdoor education programs

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of the Outward Bound mission and educational framework through all food, gear and transportation logistics for several courses in the field at once
• Coordinate the issue, de-issue, and maintenance of the High Sierra program outdoor equipment, including gear repair, laundry, and inventory management
• Assist in the basic maintenance and upkeep of base facilities; provide kitchen support as needed or assigned
• Transport instructional staff and supplies to and from course functions and support field evacuation transportation needsMaintain an excellent driving record
• Perform routine vehicle inspections
• Take regular inventory of food and equipment, and support in end-of-season inventory
• Consistently strive to give and receive quality feedback with colleagues and supervisor
• Use appropriate language and behavior while acting as a role model for students
• Participate in all required trainings

Compensation & Schedule

• This is a Seasonal, Exempt position
• Starting Per Diem wage is $120/day
• Room and board provided while on contract
• Training begins during second week of May
• Contracted to work 50 – 70 days per season, June through September

Benefits

• Pro Deal, the opportunity to purchase outdoor gear at discounted rates
• Professional development funds
• Opportunity to enroll in supplemental, subsidized accident/injury insurance coverage
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP), free of charge for staff and family members
• Highly energetic and supportive work environment in a mission-driven organization

Location

• This position is located at our High Sierra program base in Midpines, California, in the Sierra Nevada foothills 30 miles east of Yosemite National Park
• The basecamp has a main building with office, warehouse, and commercial kitchen.  Other buildings throughout include administrative and field staff housing and communal areas