Logistics Coordinator - Ely, MN

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We know that women and people of color may be less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every one of the qualifications listed. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We would encourage any interested applicant to apply, even if you don't meet every one of our qualifications listed.

Ely Base

At Voyageur Outward Bound School we believe in the potential of every individual. We believe when people discover strength of character, an aptitude for leadership and a desire to serve, it has a positive impact on their lives and the lives of those around them.

Outward Bound changes lives through challenge and discovery. We offer life-changing expeditions for everyone, regardless of social or economic status, race or gender, from struggling teens, to first generation urban youth, adults in transition or veterans integrating back into life outside of active duty.

Our Culture

When you join us, you are joining a growth minded community where we are actively engaged in creating a more inclusive organizational culture. To foster a more welcoming outdoor community for all, we are working to address barriers related to race, culture, socioeconomics, ability, gender identity, sexual orientation and mental health. See our Equity Statement here.

Outward Bound is challenging by design. Thriving here takes compassion, a learning mindset, and a deep desire to do meaningful work. And just like our students on course: we are crew, not passengers. This means everyone contributes. Our successes are shared, and our challenges are our opportunities. From the office to the wilderness, we are growing together. You belong here.

Logistics and Support

The Logistics Coordinator (LC) plays a central role in facilitating the smooth operation of the Trips facility during the peak summer season. Patience, kindness and a sense of humor are paramount - we operate in a fast- paced environment and deal with a wide variety of personalities, often under time and resource pressure. Responsible for issuing gear to instructors and ensuring its good condition, as well as managing the overall flow of crews, LCs form the backbone of the logistics team. Duties include picking cages, processing laundry, restocking the food room, and maintaining building cleanliness. Additionally, LCs may supervise interns and volunteers and handle constant inquiries regarding gear and food supplies. Strong attention to detail and adherence to high standards in combination with the ability to communicate these needs to others is essential in supporting our summer expeditions.

Logistics Support

• Participate in and provide exceptional warehouse and food room organization, operation and cleanliness.
• Supply, clean, and issue all equipment and supplies for courses.
• Maintain the student clothing closet in a clean and organized fashion.
• Perform needed repairs, acting within areas of expertise (sewing, boat repair, stove repair, zippers). Learn other repair skills on the job, as needed.
• Prepare equipment inventories and check for gear to be retired.
• In coordination with the Ely Head Logistics Coordinator, work within present systems to alert the Logistics Manager to anticipated shortages of food and gear.
• Bake flappers and other summer bars.

Basecamp Support

• Actively participate in all-school functions, events, and daily chores.
• Work cooperatively with other team members to support instructional staff and students.
• Support program as needed, including driving and other duties.
• Ensure that the school store is stocked and ready to go.
• Other duties as assigned.

Training

• Work alongside Interns and Volunteers, training them in various tasks needed to support courses, general logistics and basecamp operations.

Safety Management

• Participate as needed to support the basecamp's on-call field response system. This could include driving, paddling or hiking to evacuate an injured student from the wilderness, answering the emergency field line, and preparing food and gear for evacuation teams.
• Adhere to local operating procedures, safety policies and emergency procedures as outlined in the field staff manual.

• Equipment repair and maintenance.
  • Strong technical abilities in one of the following categories: Sewing, boat repair, stove repair, zippers
  • Willingness to learn how to do the above as needed
• Communication-ability to share ideas and information effectively with different audiences
• Flexibility - ability to adapt quickly to change circumstances and new information.
• Creativity- innovate for success; identify and scope new solutions with finite resources.
• Proactivity-identify and elevate opportunities to solve problems and achieve goals
• Entrepreneurial Spirit-tolerate ambiguity, seek opportunities, and learn by doing.
• Resilience-take calculated risks, learn from failure and apply learning to solutions.
• Administrative - familiarity with computer-based systems like Microsoft Word, Excel, and Google Drive.

• Critical Thinking - ability to synthesize information and make informed decisions that support overall goals
• Problem Solving
• Judgment & Decision Making
• Active Listening -Ability to truly listen, seeking to understand.
• Active Learning - Strong commitment to professional development and personal growth.
• Time management & prioritization - manage work so that it aligns priorities and tasks to goals
• Organization

• Work occurs in both a warehouse setting and outdoors on a regular basis
• May at times be asked to camp or sleep outside while supporting courses
• LCs are on their feet 90% of the day
• Occasionally there are long days, sometimes for up to 10+ hours a day, or possibly more in the case of an emergency.
• Sometimes works in outdoor weather conditions, occasionally during poor weather.

• Ability to participate in all site and course activities and to maintain energy, strength, and focus to support students and staff.
• Ability to participate in vigorous to moderate physical activity such as lifting, moving boxes, climbing stairs.
• Ability to lift, crawl, bend, carry and pull. Work is sometimes?done in confined spaces and at height.
• Occasionally must lift or carry equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please include this information in your application.

• Age 21 or older
• Acceptable driving record based on VOBS grading criteria

This is a seasonal, hourly position, running from April 15, 2024 - September 30, 2024. Flexibility in start and end date is possible. Hourly rate $13-17 per hour, depending on experience and tenure in the position.

Other benefits include:

• Room and board provided while on contract
• Pro deals (the opportunity to purchase outdoor gear at discounted rates)
• Paid sick time (accrued at the rate of 1 hour for every 30 hours worked).
• Participation in 403b with 2% company match
• Access to an Employee Assistance Plan

Seasonal

$13-17 per hour

Logistics Coordinator - Ely, MN

Non-Exempt

Anne Grignon