Climbing Wall Attendant

POSITION SUMMARY: The Division of Student Life; Recreational Services is seeking a Climbing Wall Attendant to check in climbers, supervise the wall, instruct climbing lessons, administer safety checks, risk management control, assist with LLS climbing classes and maintain a safe climbing area. May also assist at the Outdoor Rental Center.

DUTIES TO INCLUDE:

• Knowledge of all policies and procedures of facilities, programs, equipment and operations
• Responds to all building emergencies (accidents/injuries, inclement weather, etc.)
• General understanding of all the operations of Touch the Earth as well as other Recreational Services departments
• Greets climbers while checking them into the climbing area
• Assist to keep facilities/equipment in excellent condition while also providing great customer service to our members
• Works cooperatively with other areas of the department to achieve established goals
• Promotes a safe, clean, functional and marketable facility
• Performs other work as assigned

POSITION BASICS:

Hourly Rate/Range:$11.50

WORK SCHEDULE:

Hours:6-20 hours/week

Work Week:May work weekends

Additional Hours:As needed

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REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Have a current Top Rope Approval Card, preferably from the UI
• Previous climbing experience
• Outstanding customer service skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to interact with diverse groups through a variety of situations
• Mandatory attendance at training meetings
• Strong problem-solving and good judgement
• A passion for the outdoors!

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, associational preference, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.