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APD-Logistics

Company: Colorado Outward Bound School

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Job Type: Full Time

Job Description

Organization

The Colorado Outward Bound School (COBS) is a non-profit adventure-based education organization that emphasizes personal growth through challenge and experience.  For over 60 years, our wilderness courses have focused on inspiring responsibility, teamwork, confidence, compassion, and environmental and community stewardship.

 

Summary

Colorado Outward Bound School seeks to hire a competent, courageous, and creative leader for the Rocky Mountain Program logistics team! The Associate Program Director of Logistics (APD-L) will expand our mission and programming capabilities through the development and implementation of systems that support the Rocky Mountain Program operations in the areas of – leadership, budget, transportation, logistics staffing, accommodation, gear, and food. They will support COBS’s strategic plan through the lens of inclusion, equity, and safety. The APD-L will report to the Rocky Mountain Program Director, work closely with other members of the COBS Operations Team, as well as serve on the Program Leadership Team.

 

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Colorado Outward Bound School celebrates diversity and strives to create an inclusive environment for all employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, nation origin, age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is based on qualifications and business needs.

 

Primary Roles and Responsibilities

Leadership and Management

  • A collaborative and active member of the Rocky Mountain Program (RMP) Leadership Team to determine and fulfill program needs, goals, and direction.
  • Develop and manage Logistics and Kitchen managers through active coaching/mentoring and utilization of organizational performance and goals workbook.
  • Work with RMP Director to build the program calendar for all courses and provide guidance regarding capacity, facility use, and hiring needs to support programs.
  • Hire and supervise kitchen and culinary support staff during peak program seasons.
  • Along with the Logistics Manager, create and implement training and development for logistics staff.
  • Work with the training team to ensure logistics and driving training systems and manuals are effective, updated, and maintained.
  • Work with hiring team to ensure accurate recording and tracking of staff training, certifications, records, etc.
  • Develop and maintain vendor relations pertaining to COBS logistics department, including transportation, technology, and gear/food/medical vendors.
  • Manage and track program purchasing for orders including vehicle, gear, first aid supplies, consumables, and food acquisition plans and systems based on the annual course schedule and budget for program.

 

Vehicle and Transportation Systems

  • Oversee RMP vehicle fleet including registration, maintenance, equipment, driver training curriculum and delivery, MVR clearance, DOT compliance, and accident reports.
  • Develop current software systems for tracking of COBS’s assets, such as vehicles, for notification and logging of routine of maintenance, inspections, and checks.

 

Food Systems

  • Develop and implement systems for food and asset storage to reduce waste, damage, and losses.
  • Maintain COBS’s food serving licenses and advise on regulatory changes.
  • Oversee field and base food inventory and systems and ensure they meet student and staff dietary needs, while minimizing waste and maintaining budget criteria.

 

Gear Systems

  • Ensure program gear and equipment meet OBUSA and industry standards for best practices in use and care. Stay informed of and follow up on manufacturer recalls or safety concerns.
  • Work with Facilities Manager to develop and implement basecamp opening/closing schedules and checklists based on program needs and facility functionality.

 

Base Systems

  • Ensure operational systems, facilities, and practices are compliant with Outward Bound policies, as well as state and local public health agencies. Facilitates and tracks routine inspections and follows up on issues of non-compliance. 
  • Follow and uphold all Colorado Outward Bound School policies and procedures.

 

Secondary Duties and Responsibilities

  • Participate in program emergency on-call rotation as assigned.
  • Serve as a trainer during program training season. Deliver driver, logistics, and software training as assigned.
  • Work with APD of Logistics for Southwest Program in Moab to determine areas of cross-program alignment and create systems and processes for greater efficiency, inventory, tracking, training, and sharing of resources. Especially in areas of food and inventory systems.  
  • Advise and support selling, and turnover of vehicles, trailers, and other assets as needed.
  • Coordinate and host guests and events. Examples include Trail 100, special groups, service projects, board meetings, etc.
  • Complete other tasks as assigned. 

Skills and Experience

  • 3-5 years of experience in logistics work or equivalent experience.
  • 2-3 years of team management and supervisory experience.
  • Knowledge and experience with outdoor recreation and adventure education programs preferred.
  • Personal commitment to, and working knowledge of, diversity, equity, and inclusion work.
  • High performing manager with proven track record of developing, supervising, delegating, resolving conflict, etc. 
  • Possess skills to inspire, promote, and lead a positive and inclusive team culture.
  • Proactive and effective communicator and collaborator.
  • High level of problem-solving, prioritization, and management of multiple tasks with deadlines.
  • Ability to develop and maintain positive, productive relationships with clients, partners, colleagues, and supervisors.
  • Demonstrate strong integrity and commitment throughout. 
  • Ability to work both independently and cooperatively as a team member. 
  • High proficiency using Excel and software tracking systems.
  • Previous budget management experience, and comfort and skills for managing a budget of $500,000 or more. 
  • Wilderness First Responder certification or commitment to obtaining it.
  • Excellent driving skills and record.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

  • Based in Leadville with some travel to other COBS’s sites required on occasion
  • Working 5 out of 7 days a week with work and on-call duties on weekends and holidays as needed.
  • Sitting at a desk or computer approx 75% of the time.
  • Ability to bend, lift, knee, crawl and carry up to 50lbs.

 

Compensation and Benefits

  • 11-month salaried position (generally off mid-December through mid-January)
  • Salary Ranage: $45,000-$50,000, based on experience.
  • Benefits eligibility for medical, dental, and vision insurance, where COBS pays a significant amount towards health care premiums and provides employer-paid short- and long-term disability coverage and basic life insurance.
  • 401k with match eligibility after one year in the position.
  • 20 days of PTO per year, plus one additional day per year of service.
  • ProDeal eligible

How to Apply

Please visit our website to complete the online application. www.cobs.org. 
Posted on: August 25, 2021
Job Type: Full Time
Application Closing Date:
March 29, 2024