Dustin M.

Sanderson
6127 11th St N.
Arlington, VA 22205
325.201.3441 (cell)
Dustin.sanderson@gmail.com

Education
Hardin-Simmons University
Master of Education in Sports and Recreation Management
Concentration: Recreation Management/Outdoor Recreation
Stephen F. Austin State University

Abilene, TX
May 2006

Nacogdoches,

TX
Bachelor of Science in Geography
Minor: Forest Recreation

August 2004

Experience
Assistant Director, Voyageur Program
Washington, DC
St. Albans School for Boys
August 2011 Present
National Cathedral School for Girls
Direct and manage the many facets of the Voyageur Outdoor Education program
primarily in the disciplines of rock climbing and whitewater kayaking
Instruct Upper School students (grades 9 - 12) in comprehensive rock climbing
curriculum including but not limited to site safety, belaying, movement fundamentals,
advanced movement, physical training for climbing, anchor building, site management, and
basic rescues
Instruct Upper School students in a comprehensive whitewater kayaking
curriculum including but not limited to how to carry a kayak, wet exits, paddle strokes, basic
and advanced maneuvers, rolling, rescues, river hazards and river safety, how to read a rapid,
surfing fundamentals, and advanced freestyle tricks
Coach Upper School competitive climbing team
Teach middle school rock climbing and facilitate experiential education through
other on campus activities.
Plan and adapt curriculum as course needs demand
Facilitate special events for various populations of the schools (ex. grade level
retreats)
Oversee and guide students through the expedition process from laying out the
logistics to executing the trip and taking on leadership responsibilities
Maintain certifications and stay current with industry standards
Maintain inventory of equipment through repairs and/or purchases
Manage and project annual budgets
Inject and spread enthusiasm for outdoor sports and education throughout the
school
Rock Climbing Instructor
Fairfax, VA
Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies
August 2014-Present
George Mason University
Instructor of outdoor rock climbing
Instruct students in beginning rock climbing techniques
Teach anchoring principles
Oversee site management practices
Identify safety concerns and mitigate hazards
Produce competent rock climbers

Program Coordinator, Warrior Adventure Quest

Fort Hood, TX
Family Morale, Welfare, and Recreation
August 2010-August 2011
United States Army, Department of Defense
Oversee and facilitate Warrior Adventure Quest program for redeploying Soldiers
Supervise 3 civilian employees and 18 Soldiers tasked to the program
Contact and schedule units for a high adventure outdoor activity
Instruct and facilitate an activity for a platoon of Soldiers:
o Activities include: Rock climbing, mountain biking, kayaking,
or paintball
Manage a budget in excess of $1 Million
Coordinate with contractors to ensure delivery of quality instruction
Prepare and maintain reporting structures via weekly, monthly, quarterly, and
annual reports
Collect and document participation data through rosters, reports, and surveys
Maintain fleet of 40 kayaks, 40 mountain bikes, 60 paintball markers, and other
equipment
Review and establish risk management procedures to ensure safety of Soldiers
Continue growth and development of the program through addition of new
activities
Director, Southern Adventures
Statesboro, GA
Campus Recreation and Intramurals
August 2007- May 2010
Georgia Southern University
Direct and coordinate a comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Program consisting of:
3500 square foot climbing and bouldering area
Challenge course with 12 low elements, 4 static high elements, and 3
accessories
Full service gear rental program with $120,000 inventory
Adventure trip program designing day, weekend, and extended (week
or more) trips
Bicycle repair shop
Supervise 2 graduate assistants and 3 program assistants
Supervise 21 undergraduate student employees
Manage a $23,000 operational budget
Project and monitor $70,000 payroll budget
Recruit, hire, and train new employees
Evaluate employees and program using evidence based decision making process
Revise and develop comprehensive policies and procedures
Coordinate and conduct training for all program areas
Schedule and design programs
Ensure program safety through risk management strategies
Develop semester and annual reports
Purchase necessary program equipment
Collect and monitor participant data
Work with marketing department to design marketing plan and promotional
materials
Instruct American Red Cross Wilderness First Aid, First Aid, and CPR/AED
courses
Serve on various departmental committees in Campus Recreation as well as
Student Affairs
Facilitate high and low challenge courses

 Lead adventure trips

Facilitate WILD program (Wilderness Introduction and Leadership
Development) for incoming freshmen
Facilitate annual 7+ day staff training trip
Lead Instructor, Hurricane Island Outward Bound School
Outward Bound Wilderness
Instructed backpacking and canoeing expeditions
Instructed whitewater and rock climbing elements
Expeditions range from 14 to 22 days in length
Ensure group development throughout expedition
Plan and execute all phases of the expedition
Coordinate with logistics for support

Newry, ME
2006 - 2012

Logistics Support, Hurricane Island Outward Bound School

Outward Bound Wilderness
Supported groups in the field with transportation and resupplies
Plan and pack meals and food for expeditions
Plan and execute transports of groups
Assist instructors with issue/de-issue process
Supported base activities in whatever areas necessary

Newry, ME
2006 - 2007

Co-Head Graduate Assistant, Sport and Recreation Management

Abilene, TX
Hardin-Simmons University
2004 - 2006
Outdoor Adventures Program
Established the framework for a brand new Outdoor Adventure component to the campus
recreation program
Planned and coordinated Outdoor Adventure Trips
Guided/Led Outdoor Adventure Trips
Initiated Outdoor Adventure Trips for Academic Credit
Sports Recreation Program
Supervised Fitness Center
Assistant Handball Coach
Department Representative for Graduate Student Council
Run for the Health of It Citywide fun run committee
Polk-Key City Basketball Tournament Hospitality and All Tournament Selection committees
Adjunct Instructor, Outdoor Education Program
Hardin-Simmons University

Abilene, TX
2000 -

2006
Instructor
Rock Climbing
Rappelling
Archery
Adjunct Instructor, Department of Fitness and Sports Science
Hardin-Simmons University
Courses Taught:
Racquetball
Snow Skiing
Strength and Flexibility
Beginning/Advanced Handball
Basic Tumbling
Beginning Swimming

Abilene, TX
2004 - 2006

Certifications, Memberships, and Professional Development

SOLO: Wilderness First Responder Recertification, January, 2014
Wilderness First Responder since March 22, 2005
American Mountain Guides Association: Single Pitch Instructor, December
2014

American Canoe Association: Level 4 Kayak Instructor, October 2013

July 2012

International Wilderness Leadership School: Mountaineering Guide Training,

International Wilderness Leadership School: Avalanche Level 1, July 2012

Leave No Trace: Master Educator, July 28 August 12, 2005

Awards and Recognitions

William Wasson Award - National Intramural-Recreational Sports Association
2006

Gilman-Morrow Award for Excellence Hardin-Simmons University 2005

Graduate Deans Scholarship Hardin-Simmons University
President of Hardin-Simmons University Graduate Student Advisory Board
Vice President of Pro Rec and Sports Majors Club, Hardin-Simmons University
Member of Gamma Theta Upsilon (Honor Society)
William T. Chambers Outstanding Geography Student SFASU
Academic Scholarship SFASU