Head Team Coach - Peoria

First Ascent Peoria is looking for an individual with terrific communication skills and exceptional initiative who is solution-oriented and thrives when challenged. This role will receive direction and support from the Peoria Gym Manager as well as the First Ascent lead coach in Chicago. This is a part-time role.

This position requires someone who is inspired to teach youth, who is a knowledgeable climbing expert, and who is comfortable working with a diverse group of youth, parents, climbers, and route setters.

The below responsibilities are subject to change based on the needs of the organization.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work with First Ascent lead coach in Chicago to create training plan that the team will follow through 10-month season
• Execute climbing team practices with efficiency and accuracy.
• Work with competitive youth climbers aged 6-18.
• Meet with the Gym Manager on a weekly basis to ensure that all concerns regarding climbing team are addressed in a timely manner
• Assist in the development and mentorship of team coaches
• Occasional travel to monitor athletes participating in youth competitions
• Communicate with team parents.
• Report concerns, provides suggestions, and inform the Gym Manager of important updates within the team.
• Manage space usage between team and commercial members.
• Teach technique on and off the wall.
• Work with the Head Setter to set competition-style climbs and workout stations for the climbing team.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum 3 years of climbing gym experience, including youth instruction
• Minimum 1 years of experience training and educating youth climbers
• Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced and variable environment
• Must possess the ability to thrive in a teamwork-based environment
• Must be able to take constructive feedback well and to transform it into lasting positive changes
• Must possess exceptional communication and organizational skills
• Must have an enthusiasm for sharing knowledge, and love climbing and fitness
• A positive attitude, flexible working style, and creative problem-solving skills are required
• Must represent First Ascent in a professional manner and be an exceptional ambassador of climbing
• Prior management experience will be strongly considered but is not required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Exceptional communication and creative problem-solving skills
• Friendly demeanor, positive attitude and adaptability to various personality types
• Flexible working style and ability to multi-task, set priorities and manage time effectively
• Enthusiasm for sharing knowledge and love of climbing and fitness
• Demonstrated knowledge of climbing equipment and proper belay technique Ability to forerun the most difficult routes and boulders for our community

PERKS & BENEFITS:

• Free membership to all First Ascent locations
• Access to pro-deals
• Some weekends or nights may be required based on competitions and events

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Predominantly in a climate controlled indoor environment
• Noise level ranges from moderate to loud
• Employee must be able to concentrate through distraction and communicate effectively

EEO STATEMENT:

First Ascent is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. First Ascent does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, protective order status, military status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, genetic information, ancestry, pregnancy or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. First Ascent prohibits harassment of any individual on any of the protected characteristics listed above.