Challenge Course Specialist at Alfond Youth and Community Center – Oakland, Maine

Love climbing, teamwork, and helping others reach new heights? Join the Camp Tracy team as a Challenge Course Assistant! In this hands-on role, you’ll support daily operations of the Challenge Course by belaying climbers, maintaining equipment, and creating a safe, encouraging, and fun environment for campers. Working closely with the Challenge Course Manager, you’ll help provide proper instruction, supervision, and support to ensure every participant has a positive and confidence-building experience. This position is perfect for safety-minded, energetic individuals who enjoy working with kids and thrive in an active outdoor setting.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Ensure the safety of all patrons & members; remedy all unsafe practices or conditions immediately.
• Demonstrate and instruct proper spotting techniques.
• Inspect, issue, and maintain Challenge Course equipment; document unsafe equipment and remove it from the inventory to be repaired or replaced.
• Demonstrate good judgment on group dynamics.
• Provide first aid in emergency situations.
• Maintain positive public relations with members and guests.
• Perform general custodial and maintenance functions of the course, as necessary.

KNOWLEDGE/EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

• Certified in standard first aid and CPR
• Knowledge of climbing, rope care, and maintenance
• Extreme attention to detail and safety needed
• Must be 18 years old or older

EXPERIENCE:

• Belaying experience with ATC or GriGri
• Experience working with children and supervising staff

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:

• Team player
• Organizational skills
• Attention to details
• Passion and ability to work with kids
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work independently
• Critical thinking
• Flexibility

WORK SCEHDULE: Seasonal / Monday-Friday: 8:00am-4:00pm

We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace.