Seattle Area Director

Location: Seattle, WA
Category: Remote office
Positions Available: One
Application Deadline: January 15, 2009

Dates Needed: Full time/Contract
Supervisor: Executive Director

Job Description:

Working under the supervision of the Executive Director, the Area Director recruits program participants by building relationships and partnering with organizations already working with youth on a regular basis. Additionally, the incumbent is expected to recruit volunteers, assist with fundraising efforts and participating in some outdoor activities. The position may require: being on call, responding to emergencies at any hour, and being physically and emotionally capable of safely leading youth in outdoor activities.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Recruit program participants by building and maintaining relationships with organizations already working with youth on a regular basis. These organizations could include: youth residential facilities, youth outreach organizations, youth groups and others.
• Be the primary Peak 7 Adventures representative in the Seattle area, effectively communicating it’s mission and values to partnership organizations, foundations, donors, and potential participants.
• Maintain good public relations with news media, parents, and local outdoor representatives.
• Meet with and make presentations to churches, organizations and individuals to build awareness and get people involved with Peak 7 Adventures.
• Plan, organize and schedule activities (follow up, book, volunteers, etc…)
• Have a thorough knowledge of all policies approved by the administrative team.

Minimum education and work experience:

• Commitment to Jesus Christ, which reflects Christ in every aspect of his/her vocation and personal life.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge and experience in outdoor related skills and understanding of procedures pertinent to outdoor programs.

• Entrepreneurial and innovative personality

Desired qualifications:

• Raft Guide Certification.
• Valid training in CPR and First Aid
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Flexibility to adapt to a wide variety of duties, working conditions, and priorities.
• WFR Certification

The incumbent must be a person who embodies the following:

• An understanding of and commitment to the special Vision and Mission of Peak 7 Adventures and a compatible personal value system.
• An understanding of and ability to work with others and an appropriate sense of behavior when working with youth.
• An endless capacity for work—with sufficient physical and emotional energy to work long hours.
• A self-starter who creates ideas and follows through without prodding but knows when and how to ask for assistance and counsel.

Salary:

DOE US Dollars

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