Trip Staff 2026-2027

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WHO WOULD I REPORT TO?

Taylor Feldman

WHAT DEPARTMENT IS THIS IN?

5420 Non Work Study, College Outdoors

WHEN DOES THIS POSITION BEGIN (AND END, IF APPLICABLE?

2025-09-20 -

POSITION DETAILS:

College Outdoors is seeking students to assist with trips for groups of college students. Depending on the trip, activities may include but are not limited to hiking, backpacking, camping, kayaking, stand up paddle boarding, whitewater rafting, snowshoeing, Nordic skiing, and surfing.

• In order to apply for this position, you must have been contacted directly by the College Outdoors Program. This position is reserved for those who are interested in getting involved in College Outdoors Leadership, please see this page to learn more and submit a Trip Preference Form.
• https://www.lclark.edu/programs/college_outdoors/about/volunteering_leadership/

WHAT YOULL DO:

Assist with college students on outdoor trips

Ability to honor and work with all identities and individuals, particularly those who are underrepresented in the country and/or at Lewis & Clark College.

MUST HAVES:

Interest & experience outdoor group trips

High School Diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.)

NICE TO HAVES:

Wilderness First Responder certification or equivalent certification or experience

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to perform the physical activities of the outdoor trips. Depending on the trip, this may include lifting and carrying up to 70lbs, hiking long distance on uneven terrain, strong swimming ability in dynamic waters, and ability to lead a group in physically demanding outdoor environments.

Bending, crawling, knelling/squatting, twisting, Climbing (ladders/stairs), standing, driving, sitting, walking, grasping, pinching/squeezing, reaching, pushing/pulling, repetitive hand movements, seeing, talking, listening.

WORK SCHEDULE:

Hours/Days per week: varies depending on need

Benefit Eligible: No

PAY RATE:

Camp/Trip Rate (per day)

Depends on Experience

WORK STUDY REQUIREMENT:

Work Study Not Required

Additional Job Description

Valuable career skills that you will learn at this job include:

Equity & Inclusion : Recognize and respect diverse identities and foster inclusive environments.

Teamwork : Collaborate effectively with others, valuing diverse perspectives and contributing to shared goals.

Professionalism : Demonstrate responsibility, dependability, and ethical behavior in the workplace.

Trip planning

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• Eligibility to Work
• In order to comply with US Homeland Security Department regulations, all employees must complete an I-9 form in Workday prior to or no later than the first day of work and bring originals (no photocopies) of their supporting documentation to Human Resources no later than the 3rd business day of employment. Failure to have a completed I-9 form on file with the College will result in immediate termination of employment.