What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adventure Programs Instructor position at Town of Breckenridge?
Individuals in this position are responsible for instructing climbing and mountain biking programs/lessons and leading a variety of adventure programs including providing guided hikes and fly fishing.
- Climbing instruction includes assessing abilities, teaching how to belay, top rope and lead climb, orienting climbers to the bouldering area, conducting climbing wall maintenance and enforcing safety procedures and practices to ensure the safety of climbers and staff.
- Mountain bike instruction includes assessing abilities, explaining and demonstrating riding techniques, teaching basic bike maintenance and enforcing safety procedures.
- Hiking instruction includes providing guided hikes and natural and cultural interpretation to locals and visitors of all ages and experience levels.
- Fly fishing instruction includes assessing abilities, teaching how to tie fishing knots, how to cast, and how to read water.
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- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- High School diploma or equivalent, or current enrollment in High School/G.E.D. program required.
- Must have one (1) year or more of customer service experience.
- To qualify for this position, the candidate or employee must pass a criminal background check.
- Previous experience working in a climbing gym, instructing climbing to students, outdoor climbing, and route setting preferred.
- Ability to belay a lead climber and lead climb on fixed quick draws at a 5.8 YDS level preferred.
- One (1) or more years of climbing experience preferred.
- One (1) or more years of work-related experience instructing or coaching youth activities or sports preferred.
- Knowledge of safe climbing techniques and a thorough understanding of the safe use of climbing equipment required.
- Demonstrated knowledge, skills and ability with mountain biking, kayaking, and/or personal hiking and age specific techniques/skills via work history and/or experience preferred.
- Experience teaching skills related to outdoor recreation, environmental education, or other pertinent outdoor activities preferred.
- Familiarity with the Town of Breckenridge Open Space Trail System and knowledge of natural resources, local flora and fauna preferred.
- Nationally recognized climbing instructor certificate attained through organizations such as American Mountain Guides Association (AMGA), Professional Climbing Instructors Association (PCIA), International Federation of Mountain Guides Associations (IFMGA) preferred.
- Current Wilderness First Aid or more advanced wilderness medicine certification preferred.
- Basic CPR, AED, and First Aid Certifications are required within 60 days of hire.
- Preventing Disease Transmission (PDT) required within 60 days of hire.
Typical Hiring Pay Range: $20.50 - $21.75 per hour.
WORK SCHEDULE
Primary shifts for this position generally are Monday - Friday during the school year from 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m., and Summer Camp dates, shifts are Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., as needed. Shifts vary due to participants needs & schedule. Individuals in this position must be flexible in terms of availability; and may on occasion be required to work other shifts as needed, including early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays.
This position is 'Open Until Filled'. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until suitable candidates are selected.
Potential Housing Available
The Town of Breckenridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you are selected for hire, the Town will provide a conditional job offer and check your references and conduct a background review before confirming your job offer and scheduling your orientation. If pre-employment drug-testing; medical testing; credit check; Motor Vehicle Record; Colorado Bureau of Investigation background review; or, other background reviews are required, the Town generally makes a conditional offer of hire based on successful completion of these additional steps.
Salary : $21 - $23