Job Title: Recreation/Challenge Course Lead
Reports to: Recreation Manager
Position Purpose: The Recreation/Challenge Course Lead functions as the manager of the challenge course, possessing the specialized and specific industry knowledge and experience to run a safe program and keep the facility in top working condition.
Essential Job Functions: The Recreation/Challenge Course Lead is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the challenge course, including course inspection and maintenance, equipment inspection and maintenance, program documentation, and facilitation. S/he will also be regularly responsible for work in the recreation department, both in the office and with campers and staff.
Other Job Duties: Additional duties include, but are not limited to: tracking and maintaining equipment, organizing paperwork, and assisting with recreation programming in the camp divisions. Recreation staff members sometimes assist with divisional coverage responsibilities as defined by the Coordinator of Leisure Arts or the Deans of Students.
Equipment Used: Challenge course equipment, including seat harness, full-body harness, helmet, ropes, standard belay devices, and course hardware. Various outdoor recreation equipment, including tents and outdoor cooking equipment. Various athletic equipment for sports such as soccer, softball, basketball, ultimate Frisbee, archery, etc. Recreation staff need also demonstrate professional phone etiquette and basic computer literacy, including familiarity with word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and email.
Qualifications: Recreation/Challenge Course Lead must be at least 18 years of age and must pass Challenge Course Facilitator: Level I training provided on-site. Documented work/facilitation experience at a challenge course, high ropes course, or other such climbing facility preferred. Red Cross First Aid and CPR certifications are required.
Compensation: $1300, includes room and board