The Field Staffing Coordinator works within the larger Field Staffing Office (FSO) team to support the staffing of all NOLS field based courses worldwide. This role communicates directly with field instructors to match instructor’s goals, skill sets, assessment levels, individual interests, and availability to work opportunities. 

NOLS Field instructors are the driving force behind exceptional student outcomes. The Field Staffing Office is one of the main conduits between the 650+ NOLS field instructors and the school. The FSO aims to serve Field Instructors in helping them access answers to their questions, bridge communication with the greater NOLS organization, and provide work opportunities that keep instructors engaged. 

Key Logistical Points:

Location: NOLS HQ, Lander, WY or Remote. If remote, preference for work location within 4 hours of Mountain Standard time.

Start date: between April 14- May 15, 2025

Interviews: February 10 to February 18, 2025

Please note that all dates are subject to change (but we’ll do our best not to change them!)

Benefits: This position is eligible for Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Flexible Spending account, Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance, Long Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Time Off, 403(b), 403(b) contribution, and more.

Questions: Please contact peopleteam@nols.edu

What does a Field Staffing Coordinator do?

This role is in our Field Staffing team. A Field Staffing Coordinator must be able to problem solve, think creatively, and make decisions that directly impact the work opportunities provided to field instructors. They work in a highly collaborative environment and balance the perspectives and priorities of multiple stakeholders in order to make hiring decisions. They work closely with other field staffing coordinators, the field staffing director, field staffing manager, the Field Faculty Development department, program staff at NOLS campus locations, and the expedition education and risk management departments to supervise faculty performance and build effective field instructor teams. 

You will be involved in the following activities:

• Collaborate with program locations to hire well-balanced Instructor teams that support exceptional student experiences. 

• Problem solve emergent openings

• Write and edit Instructor work agreements 

• Communicate with Instructors through email, phone, text, and in person to answer questions, inquire about availability and interest in work opportunities, understand individual’s goals, and build rapport.

• Read Staff Performance Evaluations after the completion of courses to track individual instructor’s performance across all NOLS locations and approve promotions 

• On a rotating basis, take the lead on developing and managing a Seasonal Staffing Plan for the upcoming work season. This involves pairing Instructor work preferences with our anticipated course mix. 

• Collaborate with the Field Faculty Development department and operating locations in order to support Instructor development and coordinate training opportunities. 

• Support emergency openings by being “on call” for one weekend every 4-6 weeks. On-call weekends are typically busiest during the Boreal Summer season when the highest volume of courses are operating. 

• Meet with our Enrollment committee to advise on future course mix development based on staff limitations and pinch points. 

What makes a great Field Staffing Coordinator at NOLS? 

We are looking for people who share our values and are keen to learn and develop their expertise. We are looking for candidates with the skills listed below. We expect to provide training and development support in some of the areas.

• Familiarity and experience as a NOLS field instructor. Has knowledge and experience with a variety of NOLS’s operating areas and skill sets. 

• Excellent written and verbal communication, collaboration, and teamwork skills.

• Ability to prioritize and work under pressure and/or high volume

• Recognizes key decision influencers and draws on them to advance projects; using these insights when the formal structure does not work as well as expected. 

• Delivers information in a clear and coherent way through email and phone, and is able to tailor the communication approach to individual instructor’s needs. 

• Detail Oriented; ability to track instructor communications and data on spreadsheets and our internal database

• Shows awareness of the changing demographics landscape and seeks ways to increase inclusion and equity in our field staffing decisions. 

In your first 6 months, you will: 

• Support the current seasonal plan by filling openings on all types of courses

• Gain a deeper understanding of NOLS course offerings and classrooms, our current field faculty pool, and the skills that are required for specific courses. 

• Build relationships with Program teams across the globe

• Gain proficiency in using software like AirTables and our internal database, Nexus

Who are we and what can we offer you?

NOLS is a nonprofit global wilderness school that seeks to help people step forward boldly as a leader.

We believe that anyone can be a leader; it is our role to provide the environment and training to help people discover their full potential. We do that in classrooms close to home and in remote wilderness areas around the world. We are an organization with heart, expertise, and wildness, and these qualities help us support powerful, authentic experiences.

We are looking for a motivated and empathetic individual who understands and shares our passion to join our dynamic and growing team.

Why is NOLS a great place to work?

• Awesome employees! Ask anyone at NOLS and they’ll likely say they work here because of the community.

• Fantastic employee discounts on top outdoor gear brands

• Discounts on NOLS Courses for you and your family

• Free equipment “rentals" at our various locations

• A flexible time off policy for all full-time regular employees, and accrued vacation for part-time regular employees

• Sick time for all employees

• 403(b) available to all employees, with an annual employer contribution

• An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with 24/7 access with 5 sessions per issue to assist employees with work or life concerns.

How to Apply

We use a platform called Applied in order to help reduce bias in the recruitment and hiring process. You will need to answer a few questions which will be anonymously rated by members of the hiring committee for this position. We believe that how applicants respond to these questions can provide valuable, predictive insight into how they will perform in the position. 

Candidates with the top scoring answers will then be considered for invitation to a structured interview where you get to meet some of the team. A final decision on which applicants to interview will be based on a combination of the answers to the application questions and work history and performance as a field instructor or in other related positions at NOLS.  

Additional Information

NOLS can currently employ remote employees who have legal working rights in the United States, Canada, Chile, Mexico, New Zealand, and India. In the U.S. , we can support remote employees in the following states: Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, Montana, North Carolina, New Mexico, New York, Utah, Washington, or Wyoming. For ease of remote team work, our preference is to hire someone who is within +/- 4 hours from Mountain Standard Time. 

• A criminal background check is required from all NOLS employees.

• NOLS participates in E-verify for U.S. employees, Certificado de Antecedentes for Chilean employees, and other relevant employment verification systems based on location.

• Current NOLS employees please note it is NOLS policy to conduct an internal reference check with human resources and/or your current supervisor as part of the reference check process. If you have any questions or concerns about this process please contact the People Team. 

NOLS does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetics information, disability unrelated to job or admission requirements, or status as a protected veteran. The school’s nondiscrimination policy applies to all phases of its employment process, its admission and financial aid programs, and to all other aspects of its educational programs and activities. Retaliation directed to any person who pursues a discrimination complaint or grievance, participates in a discrimination investigation, or otherwise opposes unlawful discrimination is prohibited.

NOLS values community and fosters a sense of belonging for our employees and applicants. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations in the workplace because they embody these values, as well as our operating principle of promoting a positive, safe, and learning environment. Reasonable accommodations may be requested for disability; limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or a related medical condition; religion; and domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, or harassment. Reasonable accommodations may be requested at any point of the employment process, including during recruitment. Please email peopleteam@nols.edu with your request.