Outdoor Pursuits: Adiriondack Trailblazers Leader

Posting Details

Position Information


Job Title
Outdoor Pursuits: Adiriondack Trailblazers Leader


Department
Campus Recreation Office


Job Description/Duties

Positions Available:
1. Trailblazers Leader
Job duties: General duties/responsibilities

• Provide good customer service - be attentive, friendly and helpful
• Be knowledgeable about the SLC & Outdoor Pursuits facilities and program offerings to be able to confidently provide information to patrons
• Enforce Student Life Center & Outdoor Pursuits policies and procedures in a consistent manner
• Adhere to the department dress code (polo, athletic wear, etc.)
• Always carry radio and use it for work purposes and in a professional manner
• Be prepared to respond to emergencies/incidents Address/report problems that you see/encounter to the Building Manager on duty
• Arrive on time and only leave when your shift is over
• Follow proper procedure to find coverage when unable to attend a scheduled shift
• Submit payroll in a timely manner
• In the case of emergency, communicate with Graduate Assistant/Assistant Director
• Must attend required trainings and meetings throughout the semester
• Must be willing to work early morning, late night, and weekend shifts
• Complete other duties as assigned

Description: Outdoor Pursuits Trailblazers leader

Trailblazers Instructors are responsible for helping facilitate an outdoor orientation program for incoming SUNY Cortland Students. Responsibilities include but are not limited to teaching outdoor skills and facilitating small group expeditions including hiking, paddling, and camping and facilitating other initiative both on campus and at Camp Huntington. The course will help prepare them for college life and make meaningful connections on campus.

Lead instructors will serve as the primary risk manager and point person of each small group while assistant instructors are actively involved in the decision-making process and are support to the lead instructor and students.

Days/Hours Needed


August 22nd-27th

Campus Location/Bldg.


Student Life Center

Required Qualifications

• Must be a current SUNY Cortland student.
• Must hold certification in CPR/AED/First Aid or be willing to become certified within 30 days of hire
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Must be belay certified at the SUNY Cortland Climbing Wall.

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Demands

Special Conditions for Eligibility

Contact Name(s) & Email(s)


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Salary Grade
C-Other (Specify Below)


Salary
$900 stipend

Posting Detail Information


Posting Number
SA25122


Review Start Date
06/08/2026


Open Date
06/04/2026


Close Date
06/16/2026


Open Until Filled
No


Special Instructions to Applicants


While positions may be open and posted here on jobs.cortland.edu until their listed close date, please note positions may be filled on a rolling basis prior to this date.