Climbing Director

CLIMBING DIRECTOR
Reports To: Program Director

Supervises: Climbing Staff

Primary Functions: To run the day-to-day operations of our summer camp climbing program by providing leadership to camp staff as assigned.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

•      Supervise, train, and motivate the Climbing Instructor staff in all their activities.

•      Ensure BSA Climbing standards and all safety regulations are followed.

•      Lead and instruct participants who are earning the Climbing Merit Badge.

•      Direct the set-up and takedown of climbing area.

•      Maintenance, inventory, security, safety and use of all climbing equipment.

•      Teach Climb on Safely to adult leaders, participate in all camp wide activities.

•      Assist the Program Director as requested in camp-wide events or special unit requests

•      Collect/submit class rosters online and update Scouts’ progress.

•      During the end of the summer camping season, complete a written close-out report of the program area that includes an inventory of all equipment, including equipment condition and recommendations for next year’s supplies.

•      Submit the report to the Program Director /Camp Director before leaving camp property.

•      All other duties as assigned.

Critical Elements of the Position:

•      Must be 21 years of age or older.

•      Must be a role model for staff members and campers.

•      Must complete National Camp School Certification in Climbing (will be paid for) • Follows all health and safety guidelines made by the County, State, USA, and Scouting America.

•      Background checks required.

•      Extensive walking and moderate lifting required.