COSTA RICA PROGRAM COORDINATOR

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Location: Tres Rios, Cartago Province, Costa Rica
Reports to: Outward Bound Costa Rica Program Director (CRPD)
FLSA: 3 months, Exempt
Contract Dates: June-August 2025

Program Coordinators (PCs) are integral to the program operations of all program lines at Hurricane Island Outward Bound School. PCs are key members of the basecamp leadership team and help in delivering exceptional management, support, and resources for our courses, students, and staff. The position assists with oversight of day-to-day basecamp and program operations, serves as a member of the on-call field response team, plays a supervisory role for Instructors, and provides ongoing leadership to field staff and to the HIOBS community. The PC reports to the Outward Bound Costa Rica Program Director.

PCs are responsible for the coordinated effort of day-to-day program operations, overseeing the safety, quality, and educational effectiveness of courses. Responsibilities include supervising, mentoring, and evaluating instructors, collaborating with the program leadership to ensure program needs are met, maintaining communications with parents and service organizations, liaising with administrative staff, overseeing local program emergency response system, and participating in an emergency on-call rotation.

The Costa Rica Program Coordinator is a 3-month, full-time position, approximately 5 days per week, with flexibility to work nights and weekends. Pay range is pro-rated off from an annual salary of $37,200-$47,200. Program Coordinators will be paid a per diem wage for up to 65 days of work between the months of June and August 2025. Exact date range to be determined with your supervisor. Benefits include access to HIOBS’ Employee Assistance plan with complimentary mental health counseling, gear discounts through HIOBS Pro Deals, the opportunity to gain managerial experience and mentorship, paid training opportunities, and rustic & comfortable cabin housing along with basic board while working during the contracted time period. Residing on-site is not required.

Qualified applicants should submit a letter of interest and resume to [email protected]. The application period will remain open until the position is filled.
 

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Questions? Contact [email protected] with any questions.