Challenge Course (High Ropes) Department Head

Windsor Mountain Summer Camp

Location: Windsor, NH
Employment Type: Seasonal Full-Time (Summer 2027)
Dates: June 6, 2027– August 19, 2027 (option to extend through September)
Salary: $600-$900 per week (based on experience) room & board travel stipend training

Benefits:
Includes room & board, travel stipend, access to all camp facilities, and professional development opportunities (including ropes/challenge course certifications).

About Windsor Mountain

Windsor Mountain is a welcoming residential camp in New Hampshire dedicated to building a warm, inclusive community where children develop independence, confidence, and meaningful relationships through hands-on experiences and outdoor adventure.

We value diverse cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives, and strive to create an environment where both campers and staff feel supported, challenged, and inspired.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Challenge Course Director to lead our high ropes and low ropes programming.

This role is responsible for the overall safety and operation of our challenge course program, including staff leadership, scheduling, and adherence to ACCT (or equivalent) safety standards.

You will train and mentor staff in facilitation, belay systems, rescue procedures, and experiential education techniques (with the support of our third-party trainers).

This is an ideal role for someone with a background in outdoor education, adventure programming, or climbing who is excited to work with youth in a collaborative camp environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and day-to-day management of the challenge course program
• Train and evaluate staff on safety protocols, belay techniques, and on-site procedures
• Design and facilitate safe, engaging, age-appropriate programming
• Supervise staff and provide ongoing coaching, support, and feedback
• Maintain equipment, site safety, and accurate inspection records
• Manage inventory and communicate supply needs in a timely manner
• Collaborate with the broader program team to support overall camp success
• Lead groups through team-building initiatives, low ropes elements, high ropes challenges, and reflective discussions
• Maintain strict adherence to safety standards and emergency procedures
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive camp culture for both campers and staff

Qualifications

• Challenge/ropes course management certification (ACCT or equivalent), or willingness to obtain
• Rescue certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Experience facilitating high ropes, low ropes, or challenge course programming
• Ability to pass skills verification, including rescue skills
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Patient, reliable, and positive team leader
• Must successfully clear FBI and state criminal background checks
• Ability to stand/walk for extended periods and lift up to 40 lbs
• Ability to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions

Additional Information

We welcome candidates from climbing gyms, outdoor education programs, and experiential learning backgrounds—even if you have not worked at a summer camp before.

To learn more about Windsor Mountain, visit: https://windsormountain.org/

Pay: $600.00 - $900.00 per week

Benefits:

• Relocation assistance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $600 - $900