The Physical Education, Recreation and Athletics Department (PERA) is seeking an individual with experience working within a community of diverse students and colleagues.

Successful candidates will by their teaching, administration, leadership or service demonstrate they can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the department and our community.

Under the supervision of the Director of Recreation / Associate Professor of the Practice, the Adventure Learning Instructor / Recreation Coordinator will manage all aspects of the climbing wall, will lead the Outdoor Adventure Education program and support the overall recreational programming for the department.

This position is responsible for the curriculum development of the PE Climbing Wall classes and the Outdoor Adventure Education program.

This position supervises student workers and serves as risk manager for the climbing wall and outdoor adventure programs.

This position provides support and assists the other areas of recreation including the rental center, open recreation and marketing.

This position also assists with long-range strategic planning and assessment; developing and administering assessments / evaluations related to student development programs and learning outcomes;

maintaining accurate participant and program data and annual reports.

Primary Position Responsibilities

Climbing Wall Instructor & Manager

Teach Physical Education courses in the PE curriculum

Coordinate all aspects of climbing wall operations including license, inspections and risk management

Recruit, hire, train, verify certifications, supervise and evaluate student staff

Coordinate and lead outdoor pursuit trips

Responsible for the skill development through instruction, guidance, and feedback to support growth and ensure program initiatives are accomplished

Ensure risk management best practices are followed

Responsible for inventory, maintenance, sanitization and replacement of outdoor pursuits and rental center equipment

Recruit, hire, train, verify certifications, supervise and evaluate student staff

Secondary Responsibilities

Assist in the coordination of all aspects of the Recreation program

Assist with Marketing, Communications & Promotions

Assist with Open Recreation

Responsible for inventory, maintenance, sanitization and replacement of open recreation equipment

Recruit, hire, train, verify certifications, supervise and evaluate student staff

Engage with students interested in creating new recreational activities

Assist with Special Events Programming and Club Sport Competition Supervision

Serve as a member on the Recreation Committee

Other duties as assigned by the Director of Recreation or Chair / Director of PERA

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Demonstrate experience in Rock Climbing instruction.

Possess the ability to instruct outdoor skills -small group facilitation.

Possess wilderness medicine and / or strong first aid experience.

Demonstrate strong verbal, and written communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively and positively with a wide range of constituencies.

Must have strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish and maintain effective, working relationships. Exceptional customer service orientation is essential.

Demonstrate strong problem solving skills with the ability to identify and analyze problems as well as devise solutions.

Must also be able to work independently as well as to work collaboratively.

Possess strong organizational, planning and time management skills with the ability to manage. concurrent projects and handle multiple priorities at once.

Must also have a strong focus on attention to detail. Strong project management skills are essential.

Certifications

CPR, AED, and First Aid Certification Required

WMI Wilderness First Responder Certification preferred

CWA or AMGA certification preferred

Valid driver’s license and clearance to drive College vehicles (driving record check required)

Physical Demands and Working Conditions : bend, crawl, reach above shoulders, carry lift over 25-50 lbs., squat, climb, kneel, push / pull, walk for long distances.

The Wellesley College climbing wall is housed in the Keohane Sports Center Field House. It is a 750 climbing wall that was built in August 2011 by High Five Adventure Learning.

Last updated : 2024-04-25