Assistant Director of Teambuilding and Experiential Education

For over a century, Hale has been a cornerstone of the Greater Boston community, offering transformative outdoor learning and recreational experiences. Situated on over 1,200 acres of forests, ponds, and meadows in Dover and Westwood, MA, Hale provides a unique environment where people of all ages can learn, grow, and connect. At Hale, we are committed to equity, inclusion, diversity, and justice, both individually and within our vibrant community. If you are passionate about experiential education and the power of the outdoors, Hale offers an inspiring and dynamic place to work.

Hale Education is seeking a dynamic and experienced Assistant Director of Teambuilding and Experiential Education (TEL). This role is integral to the success of our TEL programs, involving assisting in leading all programs and taking primary responsibility for managing all challenge course operations. This includes inventory management, licensing, inspections, purchases, and repairs across our Cat Rock, Powissett, and South Beach challenge courses. The Assistant Director will also oversee all overnight programs, vacation camp programs, and manage the summer camp challenge course staff. A key aspect of this role involves creating and running programs with smaller staff teams (6 or fewer) and supporting and leading programs.

• Oversee all aspects of management for Hale Education's three challenge courses.
• Coordinate with Hale's ACCT Preferred Vendor Member (currently Projects Adventure) for annual inspections, repairs, and new builds.
• Submit all necessary documentation to the state of MA for annual challenge course licensing.
• Manage the seasonal opening and closing of challenge courses, including equipment inventory and repairs.
• Inspect gear regularly, ensure safe working conditions, and order equipment as needed.

• In collaboration with the Director of TEL, oversee all TEL programming.
• Manage all programs with 6 or fewer facilitators, all overnight programs, and the summer camp challenge course team.
• Serve as a Level 2 rescue support for all programs, ensuring emergency preparedness on the challenge course.
• Manage all vacation camp programs and staff throughout the school year.
• Work in schools to lead grant programming.
• Serve as a facilitator in groups as needed.

• Assist the Director in analyzing the department's financial and program budget to ensure spending is within approved limits.
• Collaborate with the Sales & Administrative Manager to recruit new clients and staff; manage the program sales process from initial contact through payment and evaluation using Salesforce.
• Review bi-weekly payroll for accuracy and budgetary compliance.
• Provide marketing updates, communication, and program opportunities to the Marketing & Communications Team.
• Assist with required staff trainings and handbook development.
• Support Hale's public programs and all-staff events.
• Order additional water jugs for all of Hale.

• Maintain a professional appearance and attire as provided by Hale.
• Uphold the core values of Hale Education, Inc.
• Commit to and actively work towards equity, inclusion, diversity, and justice.
• Create and maintain a reputation for credibility, integrity, and fairness.
• Professionally represent Hale Education in all interactions.
• Collaborate effectively with additional staff members as needed.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Directly supervise 5–10 employees, including Vacation Camp Staff and Summer Camp Challenge Course Staff. Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

• High School diploma or GED.
• Four to six years of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Certificates and Licenses:
  • Level 2 Challenge Course Practitioner Training (or equivalent/higher).
  • Challenge Course Manager Certification (or ability to obtain).
  • Current CPR and First Aid certifications.
• Computer Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Google Docs, Microsoft Excel, Paychex systems (or similar payroll software), Google Apps, Zoom/Teams, Salesforce, and Email.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Proven leadership skills and staff management experience.
  • Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
  • Experience with emergency assistance and risk management in an outdoor setting.
  • Project management and meeting facilitation skills.
  • Experience with budget development and analysis.
  • Team development and programming experience, with a focus on challenge courses.
  • Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
  • Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail.
  • A high degree of professionalism and strong time management skills.

• This role requires regular standing, walking, climbing, hiking, use of hands,vreaching, balancing, and talking/hearing. Frequent sitting is also involved. Occasional stopping,vkneeling, crouching, and crawling may be necessary.
• Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 60 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheralvvision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Work is performed primarily outdoors in varied New England weather conditions,vincluding hot and humid summers and cold winters.
• The position is based primarily at Hale Education in Westwood, MA, with some travel to partner schools in the Greater Boston area.