Climbing Center Student Staff Positions
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About
Climbing Center staff are the primary facilitators of climbing related programs and services. All positions are part-time. Positions involving Open Climb have regular weekly shifts while staff hired to work primarily private group events will work as-needed. Both roles have large customer service and risk management components which are vital to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive environment while providing a fun and exciting experience through climbing. Training for both is identical and staff can substitute for either role as-necessary. Ideal applicants are passionate, dependable, safety-minded, and eager to share the joy of climbing with others. Some climbing experience is expected.
Details
Application Deadline: n/a
Start Date:
Training dates:
Duration:
Hours: various;
Location: GVSU Allendale Campus, Climbing Center
COMPENSATION
Pay for the Desk Staff role starts at Step A, Class 3 of Student Employment's established wage rate schedule ($10.37 as of Jan. 2021)
Outdoor Adventures Anticipated Hiring Timeline
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Semester |
Application Period |
Training |
Estimated Start |
|---|---|---|---|
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Fall |
May - Mid-July |
Late August |
End of August |
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Winter |
August - Mid-October |
November/December |
Early January |
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Spring/Summer |
December - Mid-February |
March/April |
Early May |
Training
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Role |
Training Offered/ Required |
Approval |
|---|---|---|
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Climbing Center Staff |
New Hire Orientation - Internal (includes University and department-specific policies, procedures & systems vital to employment and job function. Climbing Wall Management - Internal (includes Professionalism, fundamental equipment (inspection & use), Belay standards, backup belays, ground anchors, general wall supervision, waivers, facility orientations, and emergency action plans) Adult CPR, FA, AED w/ BBP - American Red Cross curriculum (training provided) Campus Security Authority/ Clery Act training - Internal |
Oversight of open climb operations and facilitation of most private group events. |
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Instructor Endorsement |
All CC Staff plus... Climbing Wall Instructor Certification - PCIA curriculum (offered throughout first semester of employment) |
Instructing technical climbing skills within your demonstrated proficiency. |
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Team Building Endorsement |
All CC Staff trainings plus Group Operations/ Facilitated Experiences - Internal |
Facilitating private group events with team-building specific componentst |
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Trip Leader Endorsement |
Trip Leadership 1 & 2 - internal GVSU Approved Driver - internal Demonstrated Camp-Craft Proficiencies - internal Demonstrated Climbing Proficiencies based on type of trips desired - internal Wilderness First Aid or higher - various curriculum accepted. WMA Wilderness First Responder Cert. offered each May |
Co-lead climbing trips within your demonstrated proficiency, to approved locations. |
FAQ's
Q: Do I need to be a crazy strong climber to get hired?
A: Strong, no. Experienced, at least a little. Climbing is a service profession. It's all about your ability to provide an amazing experience for participants and no part of that involves showboating on the wall. While there are some benefits to climbing well; having knowledge of the equipment, systems, & how to move on the wall efficiently will be more helpful in assisting participants and recognizing risky behaviors and correcting them effectively.
Q: Are there any trainings I should take to better my chances of getting hired?
A: Any formal training you can take ahead of applying is helpful. Our technical skill workshops meet, if not exceed industry standards for content and quality. By participating, you are showing an interest in best practices, advancing the respect of climbing as a sport, demonstrating a dedication to personal development, and familiarizing yourself with programs and services we offer.