Canoe Program Coordinator

$41,600 - $62,400/Yr

Natural History Society Of Maryland - Baltimore, MD

Part-time - Mid Level

Baltimore, MD

About the position

The Canoe Program Coordinator at the Natural History Society of Maryland is a part-time, seasonal role responsible for coordinating canoe excursions from April to October 2025. The coordinator will manage all aspects of the trips, including securing permits, organizing a leadership team, developing a trip schedule, and ensuring the safety and enjoyment of participants during the excursions.

Responsibilities

• Secure permits for canoe trips during the winter months.
• Develop a trip schedule using past trips and scouting new locales.
• Organize transport of gear for each trip.
• Communicate with registrants and greet them on arrival.
• Lead canoe trips with input from volunteer naturalists.
• Ensure the safety of guests during excursions.
• Manage unexpected issues that arise during trips.
• Oversee the correct loading and unloading of gear.
• Manage transport to secure locations.

Requirements

• Expert river canoeist with 2+ years of guiding experience.
• Outgoing personality with the ability to interact with diverse groups.
• Competent in Google Drive, Sheets, Instagram, and Facebook.
• Comfortable learning to use Wild Apricot, the booking system.
• Ability to manage a complicated schedule of trips.
• Able to lift 80lb canoes with assistance.
• Wilderness First Aid and CPR Certified (or willing to obtain certification prior to the season).
• Pass a background test.

Nice-to-haves

• Experienced naturalist.
• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Studies, psychology, biology, or a related field.
• Experience in educating others.
• Social media marketing skills.
• Comfortable driving a canoe trailer.

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Professional development opportunities
• Incorporate your vision into programming