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Cal Adventures | Sea Kayaking
Thank you for your interest in a job with Cal Adventures! We are always looking for enthusiastic applicants who want to join our team. Should you have any questions please call (510) 642-4000 or send an email to Brad King, Director or Cal Adventures at bking@berkeley.edu We love to talk to prospective staff.
Job Description
The Cal Adventures UCAC Sea Kayaking Program operates at the Berkeley Marina UC Aquatic Center. Classes occur on weekends from March-November and occasional classes or custom events occur midweek. Off-site trips or clinics occur periodically throughout the season.
- Instruct UCAC Sea Kayaking classes as scheduled by the Community Programs Manager
- Instruct kayaking custom events as scheduled by Community Programs Manager
- Assist in the revision and development of curriculum on file for instructors
- Demonstrate safety assurance and control when on the water and in the classroom
- Ensure student and staff paperwork is being filled out in accordance to class policy
- Periodic equipment inspections and minor repairs
- Enforce gear organization and care among sea kayaking staff and students
- Facilitate the increase of knowledge of natural environment, experiential education, group dynamic, weather, and gear care
- Serve as a representative of Cal Adventures to participants
- Assist in updating Cal Adventures managers on specific site conditions and hazards
- Attend required trainings for sea kayaking staff
- Other projects as assigned
Minimum Skill Requirements
- High level of experience in sea kayaking and rescue procedure
- Experience leading instructional sea kayaking classes and remote trips for both adults and youth
- Familiarity with the paddling conditions at the Berkeley Marina and in the Bay Area
- Demonstrated experience serving in a leadership role
- CPR and First Aid - or the ability to attain these certifications by the first day of employment
- Well organized, self-motivated, enthusiastic, and mature individual
Preferred Skills
- ACA Certification or equivalent
- Experience and knowledge of local paddling locations such as Angel Island, Brooks Island, Point Reyes
- Rescue boat training for towing kayaks and helping distressed paddlers
- EMT or Wilderness First Responder Certification
- Natural History training and ability to impart knowledge through pre-designed curriculum while on course
- Experience with a cash register
- Experience in sailing, windsurfing, rafting or teambuilding
Benefits
- Pay rate designated at hiring
- Pro purchase deals
- Access to the Recreational Sports Facility at UC Berkeley
- Substantial discount on other Cal Adventures courses or trainings
- Free outdoor equipment rental at UCAC
How To Apply
Please send a resume outlining relevant outdoor experience, certifications and education. Only one resume is needed even if you are interested in more than one position.
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