What are the responsibilities and job description for the Climbing Wall Coordinator position at Colorado Mountain College?
Job Description
Primary Responsibility
Under the direction of the Director of Recreation & Events and the Outdoor Studies Program Manager, the Climbing Wall Coordinator will be responsible for safe and proper use of the climbing wall; opening and closing the climbing wall on a daily basis, and efficiently and effectively completing all tasks associated with managing climbers. The Climbing Wall Coordinator is responsible for checking climbers in, teaching belay classes, monitoring climbers/belayers in the climbing area and helping to create a positive and welcoming climbing environment. This position will assist in cleaning the climbing wall area including the wall, flooring and the holds. The Climbing Wall Coordinator will register participants for events and be knowledgeable about other aspects of the Field House including trips, services, equipment rental, etc. The position is responsible for assuring climbers have completed required paperwork, risk waivers, accident forms, health forms, etc.
Education and experience sufficient to meet the rigors of the position. Examples may include previous outdoor experience is required. CPR and First Aid Certification are required but can be acquired upon employment. A Wilderness First Aid/Wilderness First Responder Certification or higher is strongly preferred over basic First Aid.
Special Skills or abilities directly applicable to the position: Be a self-directed individual with a strong work ethic; possess a positive attitude, have the ability to thrive in adverse conditions and be competent to make important decisions; and have the ability to work well with others; understanding of all climbing gear being used and understanding of appropriate and effective use. Possess general office skills (filing, typing, answering the phone, customer oriented and attention to detail); excellent communication and interpersonal skills, willingness to learn, work independently towards established goals and deadlines. Exhibit exceptional verbal, written, analytical, and interpersonal skills. Maintain confidentiality, discretion, and professionalism. Organize and prioritize work while exercising flexibility, teamwork, and humor.
Welcoming. Innovative. Focused on Student Success. These principles reflect the soul of CMC. They guide us in building our teams, cultivating leaders, and expanding our approaches and mindset. They guide us to be an institution of higher education that's the right fit for every faculty member, staff, student, and community member in its trust. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to working effectively with students, employees, and community members of all backgrounds.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) Or Conversational Language Abilities Preferred.
The hiring pay rate is $23.94 per hour. Benefits include retirement contribution, annual and sick time, mental health resources, and tuition benefit. CMC utilizes a wage progression compensation model that accounts for a candidate's skill and experience. Although a hiring rate is listed, this will be set commensurate with the successful candidate's qualifications and in compliance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.
Minimum Qualifications
Essential Duties
The position reports to a designated supervisor. Position usually works within the framework of responsibilities but may require guidance at times.
Supervisory Responsibility
Position has no supervisory responsibility.
Special Conditions of Employment
Successful completion of a background check including a motor vehicles records report required. Incumbents in this position will adhere to all safety and compliance policies of Colorado Mountain College while performing all duties assigned.
Working Conditions
This position requires constant sitting, occasional walking, standing and driving; occasional handling objects, pushing/pulling; frequent reaching with hands/arms, and use of finger movements; occasional lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling objects up to 50 lbs. Constant written and oral communication and the ability to reason and analyze and perform calculations occasionally. Work is performed using a computer and standard office equipment daily and driving a vehicle occasionally.
CMC is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, the College will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADA Coordinator, Human Resources, benefits@coloradomtn.edu
NOTE: This position description is intended to indicate the basic nature of positions allocated to this class and provide examples of typical duties that may be assigned. It does not imply that all positions within the class perform all of the duties listed, nor does it necessarily list all possible duties that may be assigned. Employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Primary Responsibility
Under the direction of the Director of Recreation & Events and the Outdoor Studies Program Manager, the Climbing Wall Coordinator will be responsible for safe and proper use of the climbing wall; opening and closing the climbing wall on a daily basis, and efficiently and effectively completing all tasks associated with managing climbers. The Climbing Wall Coordinator is responsible for checking climbers in, teaching belay classes, monitoring climbers/belayers in the climbing area and helping to create a positive and welcoming climbing environment. This position will assist in cleaning the climbing wall area including the wall, flooring and the holds. The Climbing Wall Coordinator will register participants for events and be knowledgeable about other aspects of the Field House including trips, services, equipment rental, etc. The position is responsible for assuring climbers have completed required paperwork, risk waivers, accident forms, health forms, etc.
- This is a part-time position which is limited to 28 hours per CMC's workweek. CMC's workweek is Saturday through Friday.
Education and experience sufficient to meet the rigors of the position. Examples may include previous outdoor experience is required. CPR and First Aid Certification are required but can be acquired upon employment. A Wilderness First Aid/Wilderness First Responder Certification or higher is strongly preferred over basic First Aid.
Special Skills or abilities directly applicable to the position: Be a self-directed individual with a strong work ethic; possess a positive attitude, have the ability to thrive in adverse conditions and be competent to make important decisions; and have the ability to work well with others; understanding of all climbing gear being used and understanding of appropriate and effective use. Possess general office skills (filing, typing, answering the phone, customer oriented and attention to detail); excellent communication and interpersonal skills, willingness to learn, work independently towards established goals and deadlines. Exhibit exceptional verbal, written, analytical, and interpersonal skills. Maintain confidentiality, discretion, and professionalism. Organize and prioritize work while exercising flexibility, teamwork, and humor.
Welcoming. Innovative. Focused on Student Success. These principles reflect the soul of CMC. They guide us in building our teams, cultivating leaders, and expanding our approaches and mindset. They guide us to be an institution of higher education that's the right fit for every faculty member, staff, student, and community member in its trust. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to working effectively with students, employees, and community members of all backgrounds.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) Or Conversational Language Abilities Preferred.
The hiring pay rate is $23.94 per hour. Benefits include retirement contribution, annual and sick time, mental health resources, and tuition benefit. CMC utilizes a wage progression compensation model that accounts for a candidate's skill and experience. Although a hiring rate is listed, this will be set commensurate with the successful candidate's qualifications and in compliance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.
- This is a part-time position which is limited to 28 hours per CMC's workweek. CMC's workweek is Saturday through Friday.
Minimum Qualifications
Essential Duties
- Provide exceptional customer service at all times
- Efficiently and effectively complete all tasks associated with managing climbers.
- Assure climbers have completed all required paperwork (waivers, health forms, etc.) as required by college policies and practices
- Ensure safe and proper use of the climbing wall;
- Open and close the climbing wall on a daily basis
- Check climbers in, teach belay classes, monitor climbers/belayers in the climbing area and help to create a positive and welcoming climbing environment.
- Assist in cleaning the climbing wall area including the wall, flooring and the holds.
- register participants for events and be knowledgeable about other aspects of the Field House including trips, services, equipment rental, etc.
- Coordinate the maintenance of climbing equipment, including but not limited to, organization, cleaning, storing, and repairing equipment. Coordination of laundry and inventory.
- Process transactions and maintain waivers and contracts for all transactions within climbing wall and Outdoor Leadership Center & Field House.
- Reception duties: data entry, receive and relay telephone messages, file, copy, and receive payments.
- Support the delivery of the CMC mission and educational framework.
- Consistently strive to give and receive feedback with co-workers and supervisor.
- Adhere to all local operating procedures, safety policies and emergency procedures outlined in the policies and procedures.
- Other duties as assigned.
The position reports to a designated supervisor. Position usually works within the framework of responsibilities but may require guidance at times.
Supervisory Responsibility
Position has no supervisory responsibility.
Special Conditions of Employment
Successful completion of a background check including a motor vehicles records report required. Incumbents in this position will adhere to all safety and compliance policies of Colorado Mountain College while performing all duties assigned.
Working Conditions
This position requires constant sitting, occasional walking, standing and driving; occasional handling objects, pushing/pulling; frequent reaching with hands/arms, and use of finger movements; occasional lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling objects up to 50 lbs. Constant written and oral communication and the ability to reason and analyze and perform calculations occasionally. Work is performed using a computer and standard office equipment daily and driving a vehicle occasionally.
CMC is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, the College will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADA Coordinator, Human Resources, benefits@coloradomtn.edu
NOTE: This position description is intended to indicate the basic nature of positions allocated to this class and provide examples of typical duties that may be assigned. It does not imply that all positions within the class perform all of the duties listed, nor does it necessarily list all possible duties that may be assigned. Employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
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