The Poplar Ridge Challenge Course is an outdoor experiential learning and training program focused on team building, problem solving, and leadership development. Participants engage in a variety of initiatives, including low ropes and high ropes activities. Facilitators play multiple roles—trainer, leader, coach, mediator, role model, instructor, and counselor—guiding teams of 8-16 participants through the activities and supporting reflective discussions on key learning outcomes.
This hands-on role involves working with ropes, harnesses, and group belay systems. Most activities take place at the Poplar Ridge Challenge Course, an outdoor facility, with indoor alternatives during inclement weather. The position is hired on a rolling basis, as needed.
This is a wage position which is not eligible for leave or other benefits and is limited to 1500 hours of work in a year. For more information, refer to the Wage Employment link: http://uvapolicy.virginia.edu/policy/HRM-029
To apply, please submit an application online at https://jobs.virginia.edu and attach a current Resume. Search on requisition number: R0068793.
Questions related to the application process may be directed to Keith Johnson, HR Specialist fkj2t@virginia.edu.
The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: High school diploma
Experience: No prior experience needed
Licensure: CPR/First Aid (provided once hired).
Preferred Requirements:
Ability to present information clearly and confidently in front of large groups.Experience with public speaking and delivering presentations to diverse audiences.Comfortable speaking in front of large groups and engaging with audiences.Strong verbal communication skills, with experience speaking in front of large audiences.Proficient in public speaking and facilitating presentations to groups of varying sizes.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This position will be required to lift up to 25 pounds and be on their feet for extended periods of time
The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.