What are the responsibilities and job description for the Aerial Adventure Guide- Treetop Quest position at County of Roanoke Virginia?
Provides facilitation and instructional assistance for the operation of Treetop Quest aerial adventure course. Maintains a safe and controlled atmosphere to ensure a high quality program that meets county standards. Performs other duties as assigned.
*Shift Hours and/or days worked: Various
*Hours Required for this position: Up to 30/week
Preferred: High School Diploma or equivalent
Experience
Preferred: One year of proven work history in the recreation, outdoor or service industry.
Certifications/Licenses
Required: CPR and First Aid certification or the ability to obtain upon hire
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Additional Requirements
Subject to a complete criminal history and Child Protective Services background search with acceptable results. Good physical condition. Following a conditional offer of employment, must pass a post offer physical examination. Must be able to perform the job as described in the Physical and Environmental Demands section of this job description.
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and some holidays. Minimum age 16.
Supervisory Responsibilities
None
*Shift Hours and/or days worked: Various
*Hours Required for this position: Up to 30/week
- Performs daily course set up/break down, visual course inspections, participant safety orientations, and on-going participant and environmental observations. Starts and ends programs on time and returns all resources to their proper locations.
- Evacuates/rescues guests in distress from the aerial adventure course following standardized safety protocols as needed.
- Performs basic clean-up for all areas of Treetop Quest aerial adventure course facility including birthday party and observation spaces.
- Interacts spontaneously with participants, guests and the general public at any given time at the park to model a personal and inviting atmosphere.
- Establishes and maintains effective working relationship with employees, partnering organizations, participants, guests, and the general public. Fostering a team environment through daily work habits and a positive attitude.
Preferred: High School Diploma or equivalent
Experience
Preferred: One year of proven work history in the recreation, outdoor or service industry.
Certifications/Licenses
Required: CPR and First Aid certification or the ability to obtain upon hire
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to be comfortable working off the ground and in the trees.
- Ability to work and manage stressful situations that could directly impact participant safety.
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of group instruction.
- Ability to lead and teach a variety of group types of all ages.
- Willingness to work both indoors and outdoors in a variety of environmental conditions.
Additional Requirements
Subject to a complete criminal history and Child Protective Services background search with acceptable results. Good physical condition. Following a conditional offer of employment, must pass a post offer physical examination. Must be able to perform the job as described in the Physical and Environmental Demands section of this job description.
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and some holidays. Minimum age 16.
Supervisory Responsibilities
None