Who We Are:

At Outward Bound California (OBCA) we use challenging outdoor experiences to teach social-emotional skills like teamwork, leadership, confidence, and compassion. We offer a wide range of programs, including high/low ropes activities at our San Francisco Challenge Course and multi-day rock climbing/backpacking trips in the High Sierra or Joshua Tree. Our programs encourage our participants (ages 12+, including adults and veterans) to embrace challenges and reflect on how they want to contribute to their communities and the world.

We are a part of the Outward Bound USA network with a 60-year history in the US as a leading provider of outdoor education. OBCA is a non-profit and is committed to increasing access for those who have traditionally been excluded from outdoor spaces. We work towards this goal with our 40 community partners and by offering scholarships to more than half of our students. Keep learning more about us here.

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.  

Position Description

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

The Logistics Manager oversees the Southern California Logistics Department. The Logistics Manager reports to the Southern California Program Director and works in collaboration with the Southern California Program Manager. 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!

• Compensation & Schedule
  This is an exempt, full-time, salaried position
• During the program season (September 16th - April 18th), this position works full-time. 
• Position start date: Sept 16, 2024
• Salary range is $3,600 - $3,900/month
• Room and board on base provided during the program season

Benefits

• OBCA’s benefits package includes comprehensive health insurance with 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
• ProDeal, an opportunity to purchase outdoor gear at a discounted price

Location

This position is located at our Southern California program base in Twentynine Palms, California.

 Who You Are

Outward Bound California does not expect every applicant to have every skill and qualification listed here. If you have 75% of the following qualifications, we encourage you to apply.

Knowledge & Skills

• Passionate about Outward Bound’s mission, programs, and course activities
• Experienced with project and program management
• A collaborative leader with excellent organizational skills and high attention to detail
• Has a deep understanding and personal commitment to equity and inclusion in the outdoors
• 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
• Competent in driving trailers up to 12ft in length
• Experienced in repair and maintenance 
• Proficient with Microsoft operating system (Word and Excel), Adobe, and G Suite (Gmail, Google Docs, Drive, and Calendar)

Education & Work Experience

• 3-5 years’ experience in the outdoor education/experiential learning field and/or Bachelor’s degree, 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 desert environments. Comfortable working outdoors, regardless of weather or conditions.
• Able to lift and carry loads of up to 50 pounds several times per day.
• Comfortable sitting or standing at a desk or computer 60% of time or greater
• 40% of time supporting course functions on and off of basecamp property, traveling to front country course areas, or traveling to other Outward Bound California basecamps
• Able to maintain composure, exercise sound judgment, and assess and mitigate risk under periods of stress

Required Current Licenses & Certifications

• Wilderness First Responder & CPR 
• Hold a valid US or Canadian driver’s license for at least five years
• California Food Manager Certificate (can be obtained after hire)
• OSHA 10 Certification (can be obtained after hire)

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)

Bonus if you…

• Are a competent small engine, appliance or auto-mechanic
• Are fluent in Spanish
• 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 Southern California Management Team to determine and fulfill program needs, goals, and strategy
• Determine and implement program logistical needs and support systems for programming in Southern California  
• Ensure exceptional organization, inventory, operation and cleanliness in warehouse and food room
• Manage logistics staff’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
• Additional duties as assigned

Logistics Staff Management

• Supervise, train, and support the logistics team (2-3 Logistics Coordinators) to ensure that courses remain true to Outward Bound California’s mission, purpose, and core values
• Schedule Logistics Coordinators: prepare and oversee warehouse day task lists for staff not actively supporting courses
• Support professional development for logistical staff through 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 as 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
• Oversee basecamp food budget, quality of output, and efficient food ordering and grocery shopping at local stores

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

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.