Position Description

The Logistics Manager (LM) is integral to the High Sierra Management Team and overall day-to-day wilderness program management. The LM is a role model and mentor within the High Sierra community, providing daily leadership, administrative support, and management of the High Sierra basecamp and programs. Responsibilities include: logistics staff supervision, vehicle fleet management, equipment acquisition and management, food program management, budget management and basecamp operations.

The LM works closely with the Associate Logistics Manager (ALM) to oversee the High Sierra Logistics Department. The LM reports to the High Sierra Program Director and works in collaboration with other High Sierra Program Managers. This opportunity is perfect for the individual looking to work at a mission-driven organization within a tight-knit team and community during peak program season!

Who We Are

Outward Bound California (OBCA) is a non-profit that uses challenging experiences in outdoor settings to create social-emotional learning opportunities for our students. We offer a wide range of programs, from 1-day experiences on our San Francisco Challenge Course to multi-day rock climbing and backpacking courses in the High Sierra and Joshua Tree. We work with students aged 12+, including adults. OBCA is committed to increasing access for those that have traditionally been excluded from outdoor spaces. We do this, in part, through our 40+ community partnerships and by offering partial or full scholarships to over 2/3 of our students.

Equity and Inclusion Statement:

We believe that all people should have safe access to the outdoors and culturally relevant and responsive educational programming. OBCA is also striving to create an equitable and inclusive internal culture where all staff members feel represented and honored for their identities and lived experiences. We examine how power, bias, race and other aspects of identity impact our organization. We work to build a culture where we are always learning and improving toward a vision for equity and belonging for all staff. We are looking for team members who can actively join us in this process. We are also committed to reflecting the diverse communities with whom we work and strongly encourage people of color, LGBTQ+ identifying folks, and women to apply.  

Who You Are

OBCA does not expect every applicant to have every skill and qualification listed here, and we are committed to the professional development of our employees.  A strong candidate who is interested in growing and learning in this role will possess at least 75% of the following qualifications.  If this is you, then we strongly encourage you to submit an application for consideration.  

Knowledge & Skills

• Passionate about Outward Bound’s mission, programs, and course activities
• Experienced with project and program management
• A leader with excellent organizational skills and high attention to detail
• Works both independently and cooperatively as a team member, balancing multiple projects simultaneously
• Self-motivated and flexible with a sense of initiative, follow-through, and commitment
• Effective communicator with an ability to give and receive both positive and constructive feedback.
• Proficient with Microsoft operating system (Word and Excel), Adobe, and G Suite (Gmail, Google Docs, Drive, and Calendar)
• Competent in driving trailers up to 12ft in length
• Experienced in equipment repair and maintenance 
• Have a deep understanding and personal commitment to equity and inclusion in the outdoors

Education & Work Experience

• Possess a Bachelor’s degree and/or 3-5 years’ experience in the outdoor education/experiential learning field, or any similar combination of education and experience.
• Have 1-3 years supervisory experience

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Comfortable with general camping skills and camping in mountain environments
• Able to lift and move a minimum of 60 lbs.
• Comfortable sitting or standing at a desk or computer 80% of time or greater
• Able to maintain composure, exercise sound judgment, and assess and mitigate risk under periods of stress

Current Licenses & Certifications (Required by Start Date)

• Wilderness First Responder & CPR/AED 
• California Food Handler Certificate
• Have had a valid US or Canadian driver’s license for at least five years
• Will be required to obtain a California Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) within 3 months of hire if you do not already possess

Required Upon Hire

• 21 years of age or older
• Able to pass a federal & Live Scan background check, MVR check, and provide current (within the last 4 years) negative TB screen or test results upon hire (cost of all screening paid for or reimbursed by OBCA)
• Up-to-date COVID-19 vaccination status as defined by the CDC

Bonus if you…

• Are a competent small engine, appliance or auto-mechanic
• Are a US Forest Service certified sawyer
• Have previous experience in the High Sierra
• Have prior logistics experience with Outward Bound or other wilderness expeditionary programs (NOLS multi-day course or equivalent)

Responsibilities

Program Leadership

• Collaborate as a member of the High Sierra Management Team to determine and fulfill program needs, goals, and strategy
• Determine and implement program logistical needs and support systems for wilderness programming the High Sierra  
• Ensure exceptional organization, inventory, operation and cleanliness in warehouse and food room
• Manage logistics staff and basecamp chef’s work schedules and submit for payroll processing
• Assess and adapt logistical systems and paperwork before, during, and after the program season
• Collaborate with other departments to meet the needs of students, including Student Services and other Program Teams
• Uphold community standards and liaise between community and administrative team
• Support courses in front country setting as needed, including but not limited to: driving transports, mentoring staff, and evacuating students

Logistics Staff Management

• Supervise, train, and support the logistics team (5-7 staff) to ensure that courses remain true to Outward Bound California’s mission, purpose, and core values
• Schedule Logistics Coordinators and Interns: prepare and oversee warehouse day task lists for staff not actively supporting courses
• Support professional development for logistical staff, interns, and Basecamp Chef though quality feedback; mentorship, and regular check-ins

Safety

• Serve as on-site manager of vehicle training, policy adherence, and implementation of National Transportation Standards and OBCA policies & procedures
• Develop and/or update driver training curriculum
• Provide high quality training and assessment for organization drivers of full ton trucks, trailers, and commercial vehicles
• Create and deliver monthly logistics safety briefings for field staff
• Oversee Logistics Coordinators managing life threatening allergens on course successfully and without incident
• Participate in critical incident response which might require after work hours and could happen during scheduled time off
• Uphold Outward Bound’s zero-tolerance policy for incidents of child abuse and neglect. Protecting our minor students against abuse and neglect is of the highest priority

Base Support

• In coordination with the Management Team, support all facility needs, including basecamp/warehouse opening and closing, general maintenance, and community gatherings
• Assign and manage staff housing
• Support coordination of all student transports and conduct student transports as needed
• Supervise Basecamp Chef; oversee kitchen budget management, quality of output, and efficient food ordering

Business and Fleet Management

• Prepare and manage the annual logistics and food budgets in coordination with the overall program budget
• Facilitate and manage annual equipment inventories
• Cultivate and maintain vendor relationships
• Prepare for and implement feedback from annual California Highway Patrol fleet inspections.
• Keep OBCA up to date on all state and federally required transport and food service permits and processes
• Schedule vehicle use; track and ensure routine maintenance as well as unanticipated repairs

Benefits, Compensation & Location

Compensation

• This is an exempt, full-time, salaried position 
• During the program season (April 1 – Sept 30th), this position works full-time. During our off season (Oct 1 – March 31), this position works approx. 2.5 days/week, remote with Wi-Fi
• Position start date: mid January, 2023 

• Salary range is $3,700-$4,000/month FTE, commensurate with experience. The LM is paid at a 75% FTE rate across the year (based on 100% work during the program season and 25% off-season)

• Room and board on base provided during the program season 

Benefits

• OBCA offers a competitive benefits package, including comprehensive health insurance with generous employer contribution, long-term disability and life insurance, Flexible Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Paid Time Off (PTO), paid holidays, and 401(k) plan eligible
• Opportunities for professional development
• ProDeal, an opportunity to purchase outdoor gear at a discounted price
• Part-time, remote work in the off-season

Location

This position is located at our High Sierra program base in Midpines, California, in the Sierra Nevada foothills 30 miles east of Yosemite National Park. The basecamp has a main building with office, warehouse, commercial kitchen, program gear sheds, and weather port living quarters (durable fabric structures).

Outward Bound California is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. Outward Bound California also promotes respect for all people, and will not tolerate harassment based on any of these characteristics.