Youth Dynamics Hiring for Rock & Mountain Manager at Leavenworth, Washington Full Time

Youth Dynamics Mission Statement: To invite and challenge youth to a lifelong adventure with Christ and His church.

Position Overview:

If you desire to serve in a Christian workplace and use your mountain experience to help fulfill the mission of Youth Dynamics, this could be a great opportunity for you! The Mountain / Rock Manager position oversees the running of all climbing or mountain programs, whether stand-alone or combined with other adventure elements. We are a fun, collaborative team with opportunities to grow and personally and professionally.

This person will be responsible for training volunteers and seasonal staff, working with government entities to secure permits, managing gear, some promotion of programs and overseeing risk management within the program. 

Primary Responsibilities:

1.  Scheduling of trips and staff

2.  Permit handling and reporting 

3.  Inventory and gear retention 

4.  Management of technical manuals and risk management

5.  Training and certifying of staff and volunteers

6.  Guiding of student and staff trips

7.  Keeping current to industry standards, trends and dangers

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of wilderness travel and mountain environments 

• Skill in Rock climbing, belaying, and anchors 

• Skill in route finding, glacier travel, weather and risk management 

• Skills in communication when guiding, training and leading

• Administration – A working knowledge of standard office procedures and technologies (phone, computer, printer, photocopier, scanner)

Job Requirements:

• Teachable – A passion for the mountains and a heart to share the love of Christ to others.

• Experience – In mountain or rock settings of 2 years or more (AMGA or other certifications are ideal)

• Leadership – Assures streamline logistics, communication, and program outcomes for all single and multi-day adventure combinations.  

• Communication – Provide professional and timely communication to guest groups, staff and other stakeholders.

• Vision – Consistently communicate the future so that it ignites passion and commitment for volunteer staff, donors and the community at large

• Wilderness First Aid Certification required. (Wilderness First Responder is ideal) 

• Willing to Fundraise 100% of personal salary for this position.

Competencies and Qualifications:

1. Active and growing relationship with Christ.

2. Highly self-motivated and willing to accept direction and take initiative

3. Demonstrated ability to work harmoniously with people from varied cultural, socioeconomic, educational, and experiential backgrounds

4. Attention to detail

Job Type: This position is full-time with flexible hours depending on the season. 

To Apply:

• Fill out an application found on our website: see link below

• Please send in your resume and with a cover letter summarizing your qualifications.

• Articulate what you bring to this position, why you want to work for Youth Dynamics