Ropes Course Specialist
Date postedMarch 20, 2025
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Description & Details:
Petra Cliffs Climbing Center and Mountaineering School is looking for a ropes course facilitator to join our team as the SumMAT Camp Ropes Course Specialist. This position helps facilitate outdoor educational adventure programming for ages 6-16 on our high ropes/challenge course at Bolton Valley. The summer season of June 9th - August 23th is a part time, seasonal position, with the option for continued work into the Fall season.
Responsibilities and Duties
● Communicating with camp group leaders
● Arriving at the ropes course site and setting up prior to the group’s arrival (dependent upon the day’s plan)
● General risk management appropriate for outdoor activties, low and high ropes course elements
● Storing, inspecting, and maintaining climbing gear (provided by Petra Cliffs)
● Maintain and enforce Petra Cliffs safety standards
Qualifications, Skills
● Confidence explaining ropes course hazards, teambuilding activities, and emergency/rescue procedures
● Ability to work and interact with kids between the ages of 6 and 18.
● Ability to provide a safe and fun experience for all participants
● Comfortable working outside in all weather conditions
● Comfortable improvising and shifting activities for the day to keep campers engaged
Required Experience
● Experience in ropes course facilitation and group instruction
● Experience working with kids of all ages and backgrounds
Required Licenses / Certifications
● Minimum ACCT Level 1 certification
● Wilderness First Aid / CPR
Compensation: Salary commensurate with education, training, and experience.