Overview
The National Center for Outdoor & Adventure Education (NCOAE) has an immediate opening for a part-time Outdoor Adventure Logistics Coordinator for the 2026 season (June – October).
Under the direction of the Program Director, the Outdoor Adventure Logistics Coordinator is responsible for managing equipment, gear, and food for NCOAE’s outdoor education programs. Essential job duties include:
· Oversee gear & food pack systems
· Coordinate the gear check in/out and maintenance/proper handling of the outdoor equipment
· Asses all gear for cleanliness and any needed repair
· Oversee weekly vehicle checks, basic maintenance, and communicate necessary repairs
· Manage and maintain inventories of food, gear, and course supplies
· Follow gear and food management systems to ensure easy packing, cleaning, repairing, and inventory
· Orient staff to gear storage procedures and uphold expectations with staff
· Maintain organization and conduct routine cleaning of equipment and food storage areas
· Prepare and submit a variety of paperwork, including vehicle logs and inventories
· Provide transportation of gear, vehicles, program staff, and/or participants, including to and from the field
· Contribute to maintaining safe, fun and engaging courses, supporting the instructor team as necessary
· Participate in mandatory NCOAE-related training and meetings
Applicant must be able to:
· Communicate in an effective and timely manner to co-workers
· Proactively problem solve and offer concrete solutions to challenges
· Consistently strive to appropriately share and receive feedback from co-workers
· Maintain the physical and emotional safety of course and training participants
· Serve as a role model by positively and proactively self-managing their behavior
· Commit to their own development, including the advancement of outdoor & interpersonal skills
· Be flexible and handle changes in priorities, schedule, and duties with ease
· Work as a part of a high-functioning team, responsible for the care and safety of others
· Be proficient in basic computer operation, including but not limited to navigating the Internet; using programs like Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; and corresponding via email and text
Qualifications:
Successful candidates must be flexible, hardworking and have a proven ability to multitask, and act quickly on their feet. A commitment to providing a safe, quality experience for students, as well as a basic understanding of NCOAE’s mission is also required.
· Minimum age 23, High school diploma or equivalent
· Maintain a valid driver’s license and good driving record
· Prior experience working with wilderness programs, outdoor education, or related field
· First Aid & CPR certification.
Required Skills:
The Logistics Coordinator will frequently be required to stand 8-10 hours per day and will regularly be required to lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 lbs. for distances of up to five (5) miles. Extensive use of a computer keyboard and the telephone is also required, as is walking and hiking several miles per day in rugged, remote terrain while wearing a backpack. The ability to perform job duties in indoors and outside in all types of weather conditions is also required.
About National Center for Outdoor & Adventure Education
From North Carolina to Alaska to the high Andes to Patagonia, NCOAE is the values-based outdoor and adventure education provider for teens and adults interested in personal growth and professional development. Our mission is to design and deliver handcrafted outdoor and adventure education experiences that promote personal growth, professional development, and stewardship in our communities and the nature environment.
