Student: Campus Recreation Outdoor Adventures Trip Leader Spring 2026

Posting Details

Job Title: Student Campus Recreation Outdoor Adventures Trip Leader Spring 2026 Requisition Number: DU14252 Department Name: 1B310 Campus Recreation Work Location: Lexington, KY Salary Range: $13/hr (hourly requirements vary based on each trip) Type of Position: Student Position Time Status: Part-Time

Required Education Must be a registered UK student.

Required Related Experience None.

Required License/Registration/Certification None. Student employee will be required to attain the Wilderness First Responder certification along with some in-house training once hired.

Physical Requirements The position may require lifting or pushing objects up to 50lbs or extended amounts of time walking or standing.

Shift Trips can range from half-day to full-day to overnight. Spring break and fall break trip leaders will be chosen by the Coordinator.

Job Summary

• Participate in pre-trip meetings with Coordinator and Assistant Director.
• Conduct pre-trip meetings with participants when needed based on trip.
• Help promote and market the trips throughout the semester.
• Lead at least 2 trips in the Fall and then again in the Spring.
• Update the Coordinator with travel updates when applicable or asked for.
• Stay current with best practices and trends.
• Attend and participate in all monthly staff meetings during the semester.
• Maintain WFR, First Aid, CPR, and AED certification as well as in-house trainings.
• Pass monthly test-outs for WFR scenarios conducted by the Coordinator.
• Have knowledge of current Adventure Trips and where to get more information.

This position is also Federal Work-Study eligible if you qualify.

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities

• Time Management
• Social Interaction
• Initiative
• Observant

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience Applicant would enjoy the opportunity to work with students in outdoor settings.

Deadline to Apply 05/31/2026

Our University Community We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn, and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients, and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information, or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk.

• Have you been awarded Federal Work Study? [Yes / No / Unsure]
• Will you be able to work weekends? [Yes / No / No Response]

Applicant Documents

• Required Documents: None
• Optional Documents: Resume, Cover Letter