INSTITUTIONAL MISSION:

SFS creates transformative study abroad experiences through field-based learning and research. Our educational programs explore the human and ecological dimensions of the complex environmental problems faced by our local partners, contributing to sustainable solutions in the places where we live and work. The SFS community is part of a growing network of individuals and institutions committed to environmental stewardship.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The HWM works closely with the Center Director to coordinate all non-academic components of the program, including student health and wellness, risk management, group dynamics, community engagement, and daily program operations.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Pre-existing work authorization for Panama or ability to obtain proper work visa (with assistance from SFS)
• Wilderness First Aid (WFA) or Wilderness First Responder (WFR) certification
• Experience living, working, or studying abroad
• Ability to swim and comfortable in open water
• High emotional and cross-cultural intelligence
• Professional experience with group facilitation or leading experiential education programs
• Willingness to live and work on a residential campus, including use of shared facilities and participation in campus activities and community outreach
• Accustomed to working long hours in remote environments with limited resources
• Experience with incident and risk management
• Commitment to ensure good relations between the SFS and the local community
• Clean driving record and ability to operate manual transmission vehicles

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Advanced language skills or fluency in Spanish
• Advanced medical certification (e.g. EMT or WEMT certification)
• Master’s Degree
• Rescue diver certification
• Driver’s License, ability to drive manual transmission
• Experience living, working, or studying in program region
• Familiarity with navigating medical resources in developing countries
• Background in wilderness, travel, or tropical medicine
• Residential affairs experience in higher education

Under the oversight of the Center Director, the HWM, as an individual and as a member of program faculty/staff team, will be responsible for: