Job Announcement Program Associate Rafting Program for People with Special Needs Description of the Agency ETC is a non-profit, volunteer based organization that provides wilderness and environmental education experiences for people of all abilities, including people with special needs. The organization's primary goal is to provide access to the wilderness to people of all abilities and to promote self-esteem, self-sufficiency, and a greater appreciation for the environment. Description of Position The Program Associate will work under the supervision of the River Program Manager, at the ETC River Camp on the South Fork of the American. Daily duties will include answering phone calls from the general public, mailings, ongoing outreach and follow-up with client groups, confirming guides and trip leaders on trips, and general office work as needed. Complete appropriate paperwork in a timely and professional manner. Responsible for cash accounts and maintenance of relevant records. Provide leadership on whitewater rafting trips for special populations on the South Fork American, with occasional trips to Klamath river. Work with a management and intern team to run a successful rafting program Qualifications Desired Must possess excellent communication, organizational and problem solving skills. Must be comfortable working with people from diverse backgrounds, have a flexible attitude, be able to juggle multiple tasks, be enthusiastic and able to work independently. Experience in rafting and outdoor therapeutic recreation or environmental education preferred but not necessary. Computer literacy a must. CPR and First Aid training are required before your first trip. Availability: March through September, 2010. Salary: (DOE) plus free room, partial board and Swift Water Rescue Training. Whitewater raft guide training begins Friday evening March 26^th , through through the following Sunday, April 4^th 2010. Application Deadline: March 1^st, 2010. To Apply: Please send resume and cover letter to: Environmental Traveling Companions - Davido Crow Fort Mason Center, Building C San Francisco, CA 94123 415.474.7662 ext 15 fax 415.474.3919 davido@etctrips.org
Environmental Traveling Companions
Fort Mason Center Landmark Bldg. C San Francisco California 94123 T: 415.474.7662 F: 415.474.3919 www.etctrips.org