Climbing Instructor / Team Building Instructor (Seasonal)

Summary/Objective

The Climbing Instructor / Team Building Instructor assists the Nature & Outdoor Recreation team in leading group programs and camps primarily on the City’s Ironwoods Challenge Course facilities and other facilities in Ironwoods Park and ensures the safety of participants.  

• Assist the Outdoor Recreation team in the facilitation of group programs on the Carolina T-Wall, Alpine Tower, Caribbean Ropes Course, and low ropes on the City’s Ironwoods Challenge Course facilities. This includes taking participants through team-building activities and exercises on and off the Challenge Course. 


• Assist the Outdoor Recreation team by putting on camps that focus on the Ironwoods Challenge Course facilities and teambuilding activities.  Responsibilities include maintaining and updating camper records, including attendance, consent forms, and emergency forms.


• Ensure participants have met the pre-determined objectives and requirements for attending the course and follow the required safety precautions throughout the use of the course. 


• May assist the Outdoor Recreation team in emergency rescue situations.

Education, Training, and Certification Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.


• Must have a high school degree or equivalent, one (1) year of college preferred. 


• Six (6) months of experience with highs/lows/knots/climbing, preferred. 


• Experience and/or certification in all aspects of facilitating groups through both High and Low type Challenge Course events, preferred.


• Must have or be able to obtain First Aid and CPR Certifications. 


• Must possess a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record per the City’s drivers Use of Vehicles for City Business policy throughout employment with the City.

Accepting Application through 5/1/2026

Rate of Pay: $15.00/ hourly