Recreation & Athletic Specialist 1 Non-Perm PT

• Work with clients on the climbing wall including; instructing bouldering top rope climbing and lead climbing activities for employees students and general public.
• Belaying for group and school climbing sessions.
• Perform route setting route maintenance and inventory recording responsibilities.
• Must obtain/maintain current Belay Training Certification.
• Ensure the safe operation and handling of climbing equipment

• Provide expert customer service in the fitness facility. Promote a positive productive and professional working environment. Engaging in the practice of cooperation understanding respect and sensitivity for coworkers and members alike
• Assist in maintaining facility maintenance and cleanliness
• Comply with the rules and regulations of the college as well as department policy and procedures directly related to fitness center operations
• Demonstrate ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Work effectively in the fitness center environment among students faculty staff alumni athletics and community
• Maintain thorough knowledge of LCCs fitness center services and activities including fitness classes and events
• Perform point of sale and gym software functions for fitness center purchases and memberships
• Provide service at the Red Devil Juice/Shake Bar
• Provide fitness center orientation sessions (including instruction on correct and safe use of equipment) for patrons at regular intervals and varied times throughout the year with emphasis at the beginning of academic quarters
• Perform other related duties as required

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Indoor rock climbing experience (includes demonstration of belay skills and basic knowledge of climbing terminology)
• Ability to learn and instruct community members on procedures for prevention of injury in climbing setting and ability to respond to safety and emergency situations
• Current CPR and First Aid certification- or ability to obtain at first available training by LCC
  
  

• Demonstrated route setting skills and knowledge of climbing procedures and practices.
• Prior experience working in as a climbing instructor or route setter
• Ability to climb 5.9 graded route.
• AMGA/CWA certification preferred
• Prior experience with preventative maintenance in rock climbing setting
• Clerical customer service or closely related experience preferred

How to apply:

An online application must be completed for consideration. Click Apply at the top of the page to get started. Paper submissions or emailed materials will not be accepted. A complete application must also include the following documents (attached or in the online application itself):

• Letter of Interest(cover letter) - describing your interest in Lower Columbia College and this position how your experience knowledge/skills education abilities etc. meet the qualifications for this position

• Resume

• References- please provide at least three professional references including one current or former supervisor

• Unofficial transcripts(if applicable)

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• If you are hired you will need to provide proof of identity and documentation of U.S. citizenship or appropriate legal authorization to work for the duration of this position as required by the Immigration Reform Control Act of 1995.

• Prior to a new hire a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicants suitability and competence to perform in the position.

• This position is part of a bargaining unit subject to the WFSE HE collective bargaining agreement.

• The College is committed to maintain an environment for teaching and learning which is free of drugs and alcohol.

• If you are hired and are proficient in Spanish you will have to take a Spanish proficiency test to receive the 5% assignment pay.
  
  

Anticipated Start Date

LCC offers two start dates for new employees - the 1st and 16th or the closest working day.