Climbing Wall Program Coordinator

Climbing Wall Program Coordinator University of Notre Dame The University of Notre Dame ( ND.jobs ) is accepting applications for a Climbing Wall Program Coordinator . Applications will be accepted until 06/09/2024.

The Climbing Wall Program Coordinator is responsible for the daily logistical operations and management of an indoor, thirty-eight-foot vertical climbing wall and bouldering area. This position must have experience supervising a climbing facility and possess instructor-level skills and certifications. The Climbing Wall Program Coordinator is responsible for developing and enforcing policies to ensure the safety of staff and participants. This person must be comfortable leading orientations, providing instruction, supervising staff, and setting routes. This position is a full-time, in-person, 12-month role, with various evening and weekend responsibilities throughout the academic year, as well as some limited evening and weekend responsibilities throughout the summer. The Climbing Wall Program Coordinator reports directly to the Associate Director for Facilities, Operations, and Risk Management.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Staff Supervision

• Recruit, onboard, and supervise 30+ climbing wall attendants.
• Develop curriculum and execute monthly staff meetings that include, but aren't limited to, the following topics: belay technique, route setting, wall maintenance, emergency response, and customer service.
• Determine employee schedules, monitor schedules for accuracy and adequate supervision, adjust schedules based on area needs and budget, and approve bi-weekly payroll.
• Regularly evaluate staff, test staff for proficiency in their job skills, and provide timely feedback both globally and individually.
• Update and maintain the employee database, including training records and safety certifications.
• Serve as a mentor and role model to student staff about performance expectations, professional development, and student staff leadership.

Facility Management and Operations

• Ensure that the Climbing and Bouldering Wall is well-maintained, clean, and safe for patrons and staff.
• Develop and enforce both employee and facility policies and procedures.
• Assist climbers and provide feedback utilizing climbing-specific technical advice (e.g. body positioning and movements); create a welcoming atmosphere for all users.
• Develop and lead skill assessment, climbing and bouldering wall orientations, classes, and special events (e.g., Gravity Fest Annual Bouldering Competition, Belay Clinics, etc.).
• Teach a diverse participant population
• Act as a liaison between RecSports and groups that utilize the facility.
• Coordinate and supervise setting and stripping routes, repairing t-nuts, removing broken holds, replacing torn or missing tape/tags, cleaning holds, and inspecting equipment both on the ground and at height.
• Ensure the safety of route-setting procedures and educate staff on best practices; manage route density and frequency of setting by staff availability and budgetary constraints.
• Ability to identify and mitigate fall hazards, properly use safety equipment, and understand University and departmental procedures when working at height
• Manage user data and reports using InnoSoft Fusion recreation management software; troubleshoot problems and educate staff on its use.
• Research vendors and products for quality and pricing within industry standards; select and purchase equipment for program operations.
• Maintain equipment inventory (e.g., carabiners, shoes, belay devices, ropes).
• Understand aspects of the climbing and bouldering wall's physical structure and equipment (breaking strengths, equipment, equipment wear, knot tying, etc.)

Student Development Team

• Participate as an integral member of a large, multifaceted Student Development team interacting daily with colleagues in the Gender Relations Center, Multicultural Student Programs and Services, Office of Student Enrichment, Office of Community Standards, Student Activities Office, University Bands, Family Resource Center, and student media groups.

Additional Responsibilities

• Serve as a contributing member of the RecSports Risk Management Committee.
• Serve as a contributing member to the Facilities Management and Operations team, which includes three facility operations coordinators, an assistant director, and a multitude of part-time, full-time, and student support staff.
• Manage a small outdoor equipment rental program.
• Serve as the advisor to the Climbing Club.
• May work evenings and weekends as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree required, masters degree preferred, in recreation administration, sport management, leisure studies, physical education, kinesiology, or comparable degree.
• Two years of experience working at and/or managing a climbing wall.
• Current AMGA, CWA, PCIA Climbing Wall certification (or equivalent) or ability to obtain one.
• Possess a current CPR, AED, and First Aid/Instructor certification, or the ability to obtain one.
• Excellent organization, planning, and communication skills.
• Ability to lead and work in a team atmosphere.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supervising students working in collegiate recreational climbing facilities.
• Two-year graduate assistantship supervising a climbing wall, challenge course, and/or outdoor program.
• Experience with facility access and scheduling software (e.g. Fusion, WhenToWork).
• Involvement in professional societies and organizations (e.g., AORE, NIRSA, CWA).

ABOUT NOTRE DAME:
The University of Notre Dame, founded in 1842 by Rev. Edward F. Sorin, C.S.C., of the Congregation of Holy Cross, is an independent, national Catholic university located in Notre Dame, Ind. For the fifth consecutive year, the University of Notre Dame has received Honor Roll distinctions as one of the top 10 higher education workplaces in the country in the Chronicle of Higher Education's annual 'Great Colleges to Work For' survey...and we are proud of it!


This appointment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Applicants will be asked to identify all felony convictions and/or pending felony charges. Felony convictions do not automatically bar an individual from employment. Each case will be examined separately to determine the appropriateness of employment in the particular position. Failure to be forthcoming or dishonesty with respect to felony disclosures can result in the disqualification of a candidate. The full procedure can be viewed at



Equal Opportunity Employment Statement The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace. We strongly encourage applications from female and minority candidates and those candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors to employ and advance veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a).



APPLICATION PROCESS:
Please apply online at to Job # S24860 . For additional information about working at the University of Notre Dame and various benefits available to employees, please visit . The University of Notre Dame supports the needs of dual career couples and has a Dual Career Assistance Program in place to assist relocating spouses and significant others with their job search.














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About University of Notre Dame

The University of Notre Dame was founded in November 1842 by Rev. Edward F. Sorin, C.S.C., a priest of the Congregation of Holy Cross, a French missionary order. It is located adjacent to South Bend, Indiana, the center of a metropolitan area with a population of more than 315,000. Chartered by the state of Indiana in 1844, the University was governed by the Holy Cross priests until 1967, when governance was transferred to a two-tiered, mixed board of lay and religious trustees and fellows.

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