Outdoor Leadership and Jobs
Job Opportunities at the James C. Kennedy Mountain Campus
Work opportunities are available on a year-round basis at the James C. Kennedy Mountain Campus. Our role is to create an inclusive, student and community-oriented, learning-focused, and career-ready community of staff. Research on student employment shows that students who work have higher academic success rates, deeper connections to the campus community, and higher persistence rates.
The James C. Kennedy Mountain Campus provides an elevated employment opportunity in the scenic Red Feather Lakes community in northern Colorado. Be part of a small, close-knit team working on a mission to advance the 4D experience for Ĵý students and building event and outreach opportunities for the Ĵý and the broader community. Enjoy an active mountain lifestyle – hiking, fishing, mountain biking, trail running, rock climbing, golf, frisbee golf, stargazing or relaxing in a hammock when not working.
Outdoor Leadership Lab
The Outdoor Leadership Lab will train leaders to move confidently, manage people and tasks, and employ multiple methods for making decisions with outdoor environments. Course work will employ scenario-based learning, reflection, and hands-on learning utilizing the outdoor amenities at the James C. Kennedy Mountain Campus and beyond.
Modality: Two 8-hour days at KMC or Lectures at City Campus
Areas of Focus:
- Problem Solving and Decision Making in Risky Situations
- Understanding Group Dynamics
- Emotional Intelligence for Leaders
- Reflection and Mindfulness
- Situational Leadership
- Facilitation & Mentorship
- Outdoor Exp. Resume (portfolio)
Our Goals
- To enhance and complement the 4 Dimensions through powerful experiential learning opportunities.
- To build a more diverse, resilient, and vibrant community by reducing barriers to professional development within the outdoor industry.
- Contribute to the development of students through opportunities to practice mentorship and facilitation skills.
- Increase the adaptive capacity of students to solve problems and make decisions.
- Employ reflection and mindfulness as core components in the learning process.
- Provide active outdoor experiences to promote health and well-being.
- Use adventure to augment a student’s journey of self-identity and interpersonal competence.
8,100 Feet in Elevation
Roosevelt National Forest surrounds the campus in Red Feather Lakes, CO.
107 Miles from Denver and 40 Miles from Fort Collins
Commuting options available from nearby Colorado cities.
3 Daily Meals and Housing
When available and if needed, DU will accommodate your working stay.
Flexible Schedules and Pay Rates
Starting above CO minimum wage, let us work with your needs!
Interested in working at the Kennedy Mountain Campus?
Explore our open positions and apply here!