Challenge Course Manager - Maine Seacoast Mission

Position Summary 

The Challenge Course Manager coordinates all aspects of work related to Charlie’s Challenge, the Maine Seacoast Mission high and low ropes course. In addition, the position provides as-needed support for EdGE K-12 youth development and other Mission programs. Challenge course responsibilities include session facilitation, risk management, interdepartmental collaboration, scheduling, staff training, policy and procedure development, planning and budget management, assessment, equipment maintenance, curriculum development, and relationship management. In addition to Challenge Course management and facilitation, the position is also responsible for supporting activities for other programs and departments as assigned. Depending on the season, a high percentage of time may be spent in support of EdGE and other programs. 

Responsibilities 

Core Challenge Course Responsibilities 

• Work with Mission leaders, supervisor, and other staff to develop and deliver a challenge course initiative that serves students and other program participants, staff, volunteers, corporate participants, and other community members  

• Lead safe and positive challenge course experiences 

• Oversee day-to-day challenge course operations 

• Work with supervisor and other staff to develop and maintain challenge course curricula, activities, calendar, assessment plan, and training program 

• Coordinate challenge course scheduling and activities with other Mission departments and programs, partner schools, and other constituents as required 

• Work with supervisor to develop and adhere to safety and emergency response standards and procedures, conduct regular inspections, and maintain equipment to the highest standard of risk management 

• Work with supervisor to manage challenge course budgets 

• Advise Mission leadership regarding the strategic use and development of “Charlie’s Challenge,” the Maine Seacoast Mission challenge course 

Program Support and Participation Responsibilities 

• Participate in activities for other programs and departments as assigned, including all EdGE programs and activities, Service Tours, Island Services, and Community Engagement. 

• Participate in EdGE and other Mission program planning, professional development, and activities as assigned based on challenge course demands and availability 

• Take direction, follow program activity plans, contribute positively to group dynamics and lead when asked, and act as a positive role model for participants when actively involved in EdGE and other Mission program delivery