Logistics Coordinator 2027 in Spruce Head, Maine at The Hurricane Island Outward Bound School

Take your passion for community building and outdoor adventure to the next level and live on the picturesque Maine Coast. In the Logistics Coordinator role, staff work under the direct supervision of the Logistics Manager and Kitchen Manager. Staff are responsible for coordinating course-related needs for students and staff such as transportation, gear, and food for our courses and maintaining our gear, property, and vehicle fleet. This role also provides support to students, Instructors, and Course Directors before, during and after course with planning and packing, supporting evacuations and post course paperwork. ?Staff must have the ability to problem solve and the capacity to develop a vision for the logistics function and help to refine systems to support that vision.

Compensation & Schedule?

• This is a seasonal, exempt position with a daily rate assigned in the range of $115-$125/day following introductory training. Starting daily rates are set based on work experience.
• During New Staff Trainings, staff are paid a stipend of $75/day.
• This is a seasonal position starting with required trainings in early May and finishing work in mid-September. New staff members can expect to work between 50 – 85 days including training.

Benefits

• Room and board are provided and are available during time off within a work agreement. Housing options include bunkhouse-style cabins with electricity that accommodate up to four to six people, rustic semi-permanent canvas housing, as well as tent platforms for individual tents.
• Staff have access to industry-leading paid training and professional development opportunities in areas including education, facilitation, backcountry risk management, and technical skill development.
• Staff become eligible for pro deals (the opportunity to purchase outdoor gear at discounted rates) following the training season and working their first 2 weeks.
• Staff are eligible to enroll in 401k after 1 year from their start date.
• Staff have access to our free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family/household

Location

Wheeler Bay is located in Spruce Head, Maine – roughly 15 minutes from Rockland, Maine. The basecamp is situated on a 48-acre peninsula surrounded by woodlands, tidal flats, a mooring field, and open water access to Penobscot and Muscongus Bays. The Wheeler Bay base includes a main office building with gear storage and logistics, a boathouse where boats are maintained, and a Staff House with full bathrooms, laundry, a large kitchen, and community space.

Who We Are

The Hurricane Island Outward Bound School (HIOBS) is a non-profit educational organization and an independent member of the Outward Bound (OBUSA) national network. We have been serving students for over 60 years. We offer a wide variety of programming from single day programs for local Maine youth to 80-day semester courses which travel to the Bahamas, from sailing courses for Veterans on the coast of Maine to backpacking courses in the mountains of Costa Rica. Our mission is to spark lifelong growth through challenge—outside. We facilitate adventurous learning, rooted in the outdoors, to unlock confidence, curiosity, and the skills to thrive with purpose.

At HIOBS we aim to create and maintain an inclusive and equitable culture where staff feel respected for their identities and backgrounds. We are looking for staff who can actively join us in furthering this vision of equity and belonging.

The Hurricane Island Outward Bound School acknowledges that people of diverse identities including BIPOC folks, queer, non-binary and trans folks, and women may be less likely to apply for jobs if they believe that they do not meet every qualification listed in a job description. The skills, experience, and education that allow someone to serve our student populations can come from many different sources. We strongly encourage you to apply if you are interested in the position, even if you do not believe that you meet every qualification.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Leadership and Communication

• Delivers the Outward Bound Mission and Educational Framework through logistics support and providing educational opportunities for students about character development, leadership, and service.
• Handle all logistical details, preparations, and support for several courses in the field at once.
• Coordinate the issue, de-issue, and maintenance of the regional outdoor equipment, including clean up, repair, laundry, and inventory.
• Drive course transports (15-passenger vans and trailers) between basecamp and expeditions and between the airport and basecamp. Contributes to the maintenance of our vehicle fleet through vehicle checks and communicating necessary repairs.
• Help manage field and base food inventory, pack field food for courses, and participate in preparing food for staff on base.
• Contribute positively to an inclusive, culturally competent, student-focused work and living environment.
• Communicate clearly, effectively, and promptly with all staff, both verbally and in writing.
• Consistently seek opportunities to give and receive feedback with coworkers and supervisors.
• Pursue professional growth and develop technical, educational, and interpersonal skills toward promotion.
• Help supervise students as required.

Safety and Risk Management

• Assist in emergency and non-emergency evacuations, locate and use communication systems in the event of an emergency.
• Consistently model and teach best practices in self-care, hygiene, and safety awareness.
• Demonstrates the ability to behave as a role model for students, and the ability to manage a range of student behaviors in a positive manner.
• Adhere to all local operating procedures, safety policies, and emergency procedures outlined in the staff handbook and field staff manual.
• Report safety concerns and any incidents to supervisors.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Detail oriented with excellent organizational skills.
• Able to prioritize and work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Practices emotional regulation and balanced decision-making in stressful situations
• Demonstrate proper equipment use, care, and repair.
• Must have held a driver’s license for more than 3 years and meet our insurance requirements for a safe driving record. (J-1 Visa candidates are exempt from this qualification and will not drive for HIOBS).
• Safely maneuver 15-passenger vans with and without trailers, on paved and unpaved roads.
• Possess the leadership skills to manage small groups.
• Mature and responsible with an ability to work well with peers.
• Work well as a team member in a cooperative environment.
• Basic computer skills required; preferred competency with Microsoft Word and Excel.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• Field experience in outdoor education programs preferred.
• Wilderness expedition experience preferred.
• Experience working with youth.
• Must hold current certifications in CPR and Basic Life Support/First Aid. Wilderness First Responder certification preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Sufficiently fit to participate in all site and logistics-related course activities and maintain ample energy, strength, and focus to aid students and instructors.
• Ability to participate in vigorous to moderate physical activity including but not limited to backpacking, canoeing, sailing, and/or sea kayaking.
• Ability to occasionally work in adverse weather conditions and able to regulate body temperature through clothing and actions.
• Ability to constantly maintain emotional regulation while working with students even in adverse circumstances
• Ability to effectively function and maintain safety while on your feet most days – sometimes for up to 16+ hours a day, or possibly more in the case of an emergency.
• Ability to lift, crawl, bend, carry and pull. Work is sometimes done in confined spaces and at height.
• Ability to frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Able to operate a vehicle for up to 10 hours a day.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

• You will be prompted to upload your resume and answer the application questions.
• Hiring is done on a rolling basis, and positions will remain open until filled. We will pool applications and begin interviewing in mid-December.
• If selected, candidates need to be present for the required training in May, participate in three weeks of paid training before working with students.

DISCLAIMERS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. By accepting a position with Outward Bound, you acknowledge that you can perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.?Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. To request accommodation during the application and interview process, please contact Human Resources.

This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Outward Bound has a zero-tolerance policy for incidents of child abuse and neglect and will report any suspected abuse or neglect.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Outward Bound is an equal opportunity employer and works to include diversity among its staff. Outward Bound values the inclusion and collaboration among employees of diverse backgrounds and experiences. Outward Bound prohibits discrimination against, and harassment of, any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, gender, pregnancy, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, familial status, military or veteran status, qualified individuals with a disability on the basis of the disability, or any other category which may be protected under applicable state or federal law. Outward Bound also promotes respect for all people and will not tolerate harassment based on any of these characteristics nor on differences based on gender identity or expression.