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ALI Operations Specialist

Oregon State University

Oregon State University

Operations
USD 15.05-21.5 / hour
Posted on Nov 7, 2025
Position Information
Job Title ALI Operations Specialist
Appointment Type Student Employee
Job Location Corvallis
Position Appointment Percent 100
Appointment Basis 12
Pay Method Hourly
Pay Period 16th - 15th of the following month
Pay Date Last working day of the month
Remote or Hybrid option?
Min Hourly Rate $15.05 (Standard); $14.05 (Non-Urban); $16.30 (Portland Metro)
Max Hourly Rate $21.50 (Standard); $21.00 (Non-Urban); $22.00 (Portland Metro)
Position Summary
This recruitment will be used to fill four part-time (a maximum of 24 hours per week) ALI Operations Specialist position for Recreational Sports at Oregon State University (OSU).

The Operations Specialist reports to the ALI Operations Coordinator. The ALI Operations Specialist is responsible for operating the ALI service counter and resource area. Specialist is responsible for issuing outdoor rental equipment and service at the Department of Recreational Sports. This position also serves as the primary source of information for adventure programs. This is a demanding, high-volume position with an emphasis on customer service, satisfaction, and positive relations. The ALI Operations Specialist provides numerous support functions including equipment maintenance and preparation, activity registration and clearinghouse for trail/destination resources.

Employee Expectations:
  • Know Your Stuff: Learn, model, promote and consistently enforce policies for the Department of Recreational Sports.
  • Communicate Like a Pro: Professionally and proactively communicate with your teammates, supervisors and administrative staff.
  • Stay Sharp: Maintain required certifications and attend orientation sessions, staff meetings and Director’s Retreat as directed.
  • Seek Solutions: Provide quality customer service to all patrons and search for a “path to yes” when possible and aligned with mission.
  • Deliver a Positive Experience: Maintain and promote a safe and fun environment for all participants and staff.
We create engaging environments for student growth and success. We inspire healthy living by providing quality recreational and educational opportunities for the Oregon State University community.

Anticipated Hourly Rate: $17.25
Transferable Skill Development
Position Duties
Position Details, Duties and Responsibilities
  • Assist program participants and facility users regularly, on the phone and in person, with all aspects of the Department of Recreational Sports programs. Make referrals to appropriate areas as necessary. Be knowledgeable of all Recreational Sports and University programs.
  • Verify participant eligibility, monitor access and provide data for entry to Recreational Sports facilities.
  • Responsible for cash functions including rentals, point-of-sale and cash accountability.
  • Provide positive public relations, program promotion, and policy education to participants pertaining to all department areas and programs.
  • Work Department special events.
  • Execute all emergency procedures and provide First Aid and CPR assistance.
  • Issue outdoor rental equipment for participant check-out.
  • Perform outdoor equipment laundry service duties.
  • Clean, repair and move outdoor equipment for ALI Courses and rentals (between multiple Recreational Sports Facilities).
  • Assist the Department with special projects including reports, phone calls and other assigned duties.
  • Drive Motor Pool Vehicles for both on-campus and off campus errands.
  • Provide support as needed to the other areas of the ALI including the Challenge Course, Indoor Climbing Centers, and Trip Programs.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study
  • Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment
  • Must meet the applicable minimal enrollment standard
    • High School student: Regularly enrolled in a high school or participating in a home-schooling program
    • Undergraduate and post-baccalaureate student: 6 credit hours per term
    • Undergraduate international student: 12 credit hours per term*
    • Graduate student officially admitted to Graduate School: 5 credit hours per term
    • Graduate international student officially admitted to Graduate School: 9 credit hours per term*

*International students may be allowed to carry fewer hours than specified above and still be considered “full-time” by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). A reduced course load is approved by the Office of International Services (OIS), and must be provided to the Student Employment Center.
Additional Required Qualifications
  • First Aid, CPR/AED for the Healthcare Provider and DRS Bloodborne Pathogens certifications will be required before employment begins.
Preferred (Special) Qualifications
  • Adventure Leadership – Level I Certificate, or actively pursuing the Adventure Leadership Certificate Track.
  • Previous customer service experience and cash handling experience.
  • Previous adventure recreation (outdoor pursuits) experience.
  • Awareness of safety concerns and risk management.
  • Awareness and appreciation of individual uniqueness and diversity.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Working Conditions / Work Schedule
Period of Employment: One academic year (continuing employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a 30-day probationary period and satisfactory job performance as evaluated by immediate supervisor). 5-20 hours per week. Early morning, late night and weekend hours often required. The student worker may be required to work up to an approximate 20 hours per week.

Compensation: Student employees are paid a wage consistent with the OSU Student Employment Pay Rate Guidelines. The Department of Recreational Sports identifies pay based upon job duties, level of responsibility and complexity of work to be performed.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number P12604SE
Number of Vacancies 4
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 11/15/2025
Anticipated Appointment End Date
Posting Date 11/06/2025
Full Consideration Date
Closing Date 11/20/2025
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / Student - open to ALL qualified/eligible students
Special Instructions to Applicants
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
  • A Resume/Vita
  • A Cover Letter
For additional information please contact: Emily Abrams at emily.abrams@oregonstate.edu

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

Note: All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval.
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