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NC State University

Climbing Wall Specialist

NC State University, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States, 27601

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Please see Special Instructions for more details. Please upload your class schedule as Other Document (1). If you have certifications, please upload them to Optional Documents Other Document (2). Thank you.

Position Information

Posting Number

Posting Number PG195661TM

Position Number

Position Number 24CWS23

Position Type

Position Type Temporary

A Climbing Wall Specialist is an enthusiastic and safety-focused member of the Wellness and Recreation team, committed to providing a safe and educational climbing experience to the campus community. In this role, you will instruct climbing basics skills and techniques, educate participants on technical skills and risk management, provide a high level of customer service and ensure a welcoming environment for all. Join our pack! Contribute

Instruction:

Provide high-quality instruction in climbing fundamentals, including knot tying, belaying (top-rope and lead), proper use of equipment, and climbing technique.

Education:

Facilitate and teach proper belay and climbing techniques while educating participants on equipment, technical skills and risk management.

Climbing Safety:

Observe and check for proper belay techniques and safe climbing practices, ensuring adherence to all safety rules and operational guidelines.

Conflict Resolution:

Manage participant behavior and mediate conflicts to ensure a positive experience for everyone.

Facility Operations:

Utilize InnoSoft Fusion to accurately check in climbers upon arrival and verify membership status.

Equipment:

Manage the check-out and inventory of rental equipment, specifically including harnesses, shoes, and chalk, using the InnoSoft Fusion system.

Operational Support:

Assist with program registration and equipment check-out. You will also help with program design, implementation and evaluation.

Cleanliness:

Maintain a clean and inviting climbing center environment.

Attend

non-revenue generating sporting events for free.

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Department Information

Job City & State

Department

Department Wellness and Recreation

System Information

Classification Title

Working Title

Working Title Climbing Wall Specialist

Position Information Requirements and Preferences

Work Schedule

Work Schedule Maximum 20 hours per week as scheduled

Other Work/Responsibilities

Guideline Enforcement:

Understand and enforce Wellness and Recreation and area specific guidelines.

Risk Management:

Knowledge and implementation of emergency action plan.

Training and Meetings:

Attend required training and meetings.

Community:

Develop professional relationships with co-workers, participants and guests.

Support:

Perform other related duties to support the overall functioning of the department.

Working Conditions

Environment:

Both indoors and outdoors with potential exposure to adverse weather.

Physical:

Requires frequent standing, sitting, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting weight up to 40 lbs regularly. Must be comfortable and capable of working at height (over 30 feet) for route-setting, maintenance, and rescue procedures.

Sensory:

The work environment can be potentially loud and busy, requiring strong communication, listening, and observation skills to ensure patron safety.

Schedule:

Flexibility in availability is needed to cover operational hours, which potentially include early mornings, late nights, weekends, and university breaks (e.g., fall break, spring break).

Safety:

Exposure to potential safety hazards inherent to climbing operations. Strict adherence to the emergency action plan is required to mitigate risk.

Department Required Skills

Initiative:

Complete required work, pursue opportunities to expand knowledge, work to better the department.

Communication:

Display effective and proactive interpersonal communication with users and coworkers.

Customer Service:

Prioritize our users, ensuring a positive and supportive experience for all participants.

Critical Thinking:

Actively conceptualizing, applying, analyzing, and evaluating information to reach a conclusion.

Teamwork:

Collaborate and use knowledge and experiences to contribute to the success of the team.

Values Reasoning:

Using our four values of care, positivity, flexibility and support when making decisions.

Professionalism:

Present expected behavior in the workplace, exemplified by your attitude and effort.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education N/A

Required License or Certification

Eligibility:

Current full-time NC State student, demonstrated by enrollment in at least 12 undergraduate or 9 graduate credit hours.

Certifications:

First Aid and Adult CPR / AED certifications should be current or obtained before position commencement.

Time Commitment:

This position requires you to work a minimum of one four-hour shift per week.

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to the start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Please enter your student ID number. (Open Ended Question)

* Please enter your NC State email address. (Open Ended Question)

* What is your expected graduation date? (e.g. May 2020) (Open Ended Question)

* Are you currently enrolled as a degree-seeking student at NC State in at least 9 credit hours as an undergraduate or at least 4.5 credit hours as a graduate student? Yes

No *Warning: Choosing this answer will automatically disqualify your application

* How many hours per week are you interested in working? (Cannot exceed 20 hours for all NCSU campus jobs.) (Open Ended Question)

* Are you a current Wellness and Recreation student employee? Yes

No

Not currently, but was in the past

* Have you ever been found responsible for a code of violation by the Office of Student Conduct? Yes

No

* Do you have a current FA/CPR/AED-Adult, Child, Infant Certification or are you willing to obtain before beginning employment? I have a current FA/CPR/AED-Adult, Child, Infant Certification.

I do not have a current FA/CPR/AED-Adult, Child, Infant Certification, but I am willing to obtain before beginning employment.

I do not have a current FA/CPR/AED-Adult, Child, Infant Certification and I am unwilling to obtain. *Warning: Choosing this answer will automatically disqualify your application

* Why are you interested and what attributes qualify you for this position? (Open Ended Question)

* Please explain your rock climbing experience in an indoor or outdoor setting. (Open Ended Question)

* In the next section of the application, you are required to upload your resume and a copy of your class schedule.Your class schedule should be uploaded under Other Documents (1). If you have any certifications, you should upload them under Other Documents (2).By typing your initials below, you have read and will comply with this requirement: (Open Ended Question)

Required Documents

Resume

Other Document (1)

Optional Documents

Other Document (2)

Cover Letter

NC STATE UNIVERSITY RALEIGH, NC 27695 PHONE: (919) 515-2011

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