Mountain Recreation offers a fun, exciting environment to our participants and staff alike; one that fosters skill building, movement, life skills and fun! Applicants must be enthusiastic, have strong skills in working as a team with coworkers and show strong communication and class management skills.

Mountain Recreation is looking for talented individuals to fill a leadership role in our Outdoor Recreation department for specialty programs such as BMX coaching, skateboard instructing, and other day camp opportunities. This position will work as a part of the Outdoor Recreation Programs Team to facilitate recreation programs in an assigned area, providing high quality recreation opportunities for the community in partnership with SOS Outreach.

Job Title: BMX Outdoor Recreation Lead – Specialty Camps

Location: District-wide • Edwards Field House (Edwards, CO), Eagle Pool & Ice Rink (Eagle, CO), Gypsum Recreation Center (Gypsum, CO)

Schedule: Part-Time; Seasonal June – August

Work Environment: Works indoors and outdoors. Hours will be flexible to successfully accomplish the duties of the position. Duties may be performed either indoors or outdoors, which may include working in extreme weather conditions. The flow of work and character of duties involve normal mental and visual attention much or all the time. Physical exertion includes frequent walking, bending and the ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds unassisted, pushing, pulling, and kneeling to deliver equipment and supplies. The nature of the position is physically demanding and stressful, requiring constant safety awareness and attending to a wide variety of participant needs with periods of continuous demand.

Supervision Required: Works under the general guidance and direction of the Mountain Recreation Outdoor Recreation Supervisor and Outdoor Recreation Coordinator.

Supervision Exercised: May directly supervise part-time and seasonal employees, volunteers, guides in training, program instructors, and campers.

Salary: $19.50 – $29.24/hour DOE; staff in this position are eligible for a $1/hour incentive for Spanish/English bilingual and can pass the language competency test.

For more information about this position please contact Kaili Schroeder at Kschroeder@mountainrec.org.

Benefits:

• 3.75% contribution to 401a account and accrued sick leave according to the HFWA.
• Eligible for a $1/hr incentive if they are Spanish/English bilingual and can pass the language competency test.
• Free membership to all Mountain Recreation facilities –full gym, aquatics center, gymnastics area, sports programming, climbing towers, showers/locker rooms, and 20% Mountain Recreation programming for you and your family.
• Wilderness First Aid (WFA) certification partial reimbursement program offered for eligible employees.
• Pro Deals on outdoor industry brands.

For more information on employee benefits, check out our website https://mountainrec.org/benefits-overview/

General Statement of Duties: Deliver and supervise outdoor recreation programs in desired area, providing high quality opportunities for the community in partnership with SOS Outreach.

Examples of Duties:

• Safely lead outdoor recreation activities for youth such as mountain biking, camping, rock climbing, paddle sports, nature art, survival skills, environmental stewardship projects, BMX, skateboarding, and hiking.
• Responsible for a group of 10-12 youth as the Lead Instructor in conjunction with an Assistant Instructor and/or Guide in Training for the duration of the program.
• Refer to weekly program folders for designated activities, schedule, rosters, and Risk Management documents.
• Teach outdoor recreation skills and abilities to youth and facilitate team bonding activities.
• Explain and uphold rules and expectations for youth; responsible for individual and group behavior management.
• Drive district van to transport participants to various field sites.
• Implement risk management practices as the point contact/leader of respective program(s).
• Oversee the safety, comfort, and progress of participants and fellow staff in various activities.
• In programs, supervise assistant Instructors and Guides in Training by coaching and mentoring these younger and/or less experienced staff
• May assist with special events for partner organizations to serve mixed age groups.
• Communicate with other program staff regarding facility, equipment, and supply needs.
• Manage the safety of staff and participants while providing experiences in outdoor based sports and activities.
• Provide exemplary customer service to internal and external guests.
• Implement new programs and services that are consistent with District and SOS Outreach mission and goals and meet community needs and interests.
• Work with other organizations not limited to: Recreation Departments, School Districts, Towns, Counties, Special Districts, Non-Profits, and Sport Associations.
• Inspect program spaces and equipment as needed to ensure a safe and positive experience for participants.
• Plan, organize, and implement curriculum based upon program specialty, objectives, and guidelines.
• Sets up, take down, clean-up after programs as required.
• Responds to accidents and incidents according to procedures and acts as Incident Commander in emergencies.
• Attend staff training prior to the start of programming to receive important tools for working with youth, how to lead outdoor recreation activities safely and enjoyably, and take part in team bonding with fellow staff members.
• Act as a mandatory reporter and complies with mandatory reporting guidelines.
• Maintain and care for program facilities, equipment, and supplies.
• Instruct various recreational classes as needed or directed by Mountain Recreation and in partnership with SOS Outreach.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Considerable knowledge of: Child development and age-appropriate activities; outdoor recreation experience and leadership experience in group facilitation in a camp/outdoor education setting; recreation program risk management with facilities and equipment in assigned program area; working as a team player.

Skills and abilities:

• A desire to make a positive difference in the community.
• Demonstrate strong organizational, leadership, planning and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication skills
• Customer service skills
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment while paying attention to detail.
• Have a positive attitude and good sense of humor and strong communication skills.
• Experience, comfort, and passion in working with youth outdoors.
• Establish and maintain positive, respectful, and cooperative relationships with all program contacts.
• Lift, restrain, and run after participants.
• Lift equipment and supplies
• Work cooperatively with others and create positive relationships with other staff and the public.

Requirements:

Education and experience:

1. Be 18 years of age or older (strong preference given to those ages 21 )

2. Currently studying recreation or related field; OR

3. Recently graduated from a recreation program or related field; OR

4. 1-3 years of experience in outdoor recreation and/or youth serving programs; OR

5. Any satisfactory combination of experience and education which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the above-described duties.

6. Pass federal background check and Motor Vehicle check.

7. Knowledge of Leave No Trace Practices.

8. Prior experience working with youth and youth outdoor adventure programs.

9. Spanish language proficiency and cultural literacy (preferred).

Certifications

1. Must have current CPR Certification or have the ability to obtain within 30 days of employment.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION

You are welcome at Mountain Rec for who you are, no matter where you come from, what you look like, or what keeps you active. Recreation is for everyone—and so is our workplace. The more voices we have represented and amplified in our organization, the more we will all thrive, contribute, and be forward-thinking! So, bring us your personal experience, your perspectives, and your background. It is in our differences that we will find the power to keep revolutionizing the way we PLAY.