What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Camp Activity Specialist: Biking position at Blue Mountain Resort?
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR: We are seeking a friendly, reliable outdoor enthusiast to provide a high-quality recreation experience for the Blue Mountain Adventure Camp. An Activity Specialist oversees a specific activity at camp, the equipment associated with that activity, and the safety of the activity & participants. Qualified applicants should embody the camp’s core values of Safety, Fun, and Learning.
WHAT YOU BRING TO THE POSITION:
- A strong enthusiasm for the outdoors and recreation
- Specific required experience, interest, and skills in facilitating Biking (pump track, BMX, mountain biking, cross-country biking)
- A current Mountain Bike Instructor or related certification is preferred. OR Ability and willingness to obtain a certification.
- Must be able to ride confidently on intermediate to advanced bike trails (mountain bike and/or cross-country)
- Knowledge and ability to do some bike maintenance
- Ability to coach & teach bike skills for early-beginner to advanced riders
- Possesses the ability to work both within a team and independently without direct supervision
- Strong communication skills both written and verbally
- Extraordinary ability to provide outstanding guest service
- Enjoys supervising and directing a specific group activity
- Enjoys working with children
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT:
- Creative freedom in the planning and execution of lesson plans & progressions for the bike camp kids throughout the week
- Mentorship of less experience counselors and ability to help the staff grow their skills and love for the sport
- Oversee & manage basic repairs and maintenance to our BMX and Cross Country mountain bikes. If not doing the work, then coordinating with the Bike Park staff to keep a functioning fleet of bikes throughout the weeks of camp.
- Manage set-up, clean-up, and facilitation of activity camp groups scheduled throughout the day
- Maintains equipment for specific activity and communicates needs to camp management
- Maintains various program records, including inspection logs and incident reports
- Consistently enforces all safety guidelines and procedures
- Willingness and ability to teach the skills of that activity to children of all ability levels and ages (5 to 15 years old)
- Assists counselors and other camp staff at mealtimes, on field trips, during pick up/ drop off, etc.
- Pre and post-season inventories, maintenance, and work related to specific activities
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU: A dynamic and challenging position with a strong team culture. A company that supports their team members’ personal and professional aspirations.
WHY IT’S SO GREAT TO WORK FOR BLUE MOUNTAIN RESORT: We offer individuals the opportunity to join a growing company in the hospitality industry and to be a part of setting a new standard of excellence in guest satisfaction. Our core values are at the heart of our people and company objectives. We celebrate our wins with each other and are committed to fostering a rich learning environment based on individual talents and goals. Together we strive to foster a community based on trust and respect while creating a fun and collaborative setting.
IMPORTANT DATES FOR THE 2025 CAMP SESSION:
- June 12th - 13th: High Ropes Course Training - attendance strongly encouraged for all activity specialists
- June 16th – 20th: Camp Counselor Training Week- attendance MANDATORY for all specialist roles
The camp session dates are as follows. Each specialist must commit to at least 6 sessions, with committing to 7 being preferable.
- June 22nd / 23rd – June 27th
- July 6th / 7th – July 11th
- July 13th / 14th – July 18th
- July 20th / 21st – July 25th
- July 27th / 28th – August 1st
- August 3rd / 4th – August 8th
This job description is a general outline of the responsibilities and duties. Additionally, it is not limited to these specifications and is subject to revision by Blue Mountain Resort at any time.
Job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen, background investigation, and compliance with the U.S. Government Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification.
Blue Mountain Resort is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
