Climbing Wall 2 - Experience Lead

Job Title

Climbing Wall 2 - Experience Lead

Job Type

Flexible

Union

MRSA

Salary Grade

Flexible / Casual Classification (Salary Grade)

SAD02 Administrative Services II (Salary Grade 13)

Hybrid Work

This position is ineligible

Position End Date

4/30/2027

Location

MRU Main Campus - Calgary, AB T3E 6K6 CA (Primary)

About This Position

About the Role

The Climbing Experience Leader is a member of Cougars Athletics and Recreation, which actively creates, promotes, and sustains an environment in which the Mount Royal University community is challenged and supported in pursuit of personal growth in sport and leisure. This is a flexible position which is expected to end late April 2027 and whose work schedule is variable and may include an irregular schedule of not less than three (3) hours per shift and up to thirty-five (35) hours per week. Availability is needed for Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday mornings, with potential additional shifts available.

Reporting to the Adventure Programming Supervisor, the Climbing Experience Leader is part of the programs and services team. The team is driven by their why: to inspire people to move so that they can be the best versions of themselves. We invite and welcome people to show up as their authentic selves; we develop people in ways that matter most to them; we build communities that connect people to what brings them joy; we create accessible and inclusive spaces, places, and programs; and we establish relationships that foster a sense of belonging.

The Climbing Experience Leader is responsible for coordinating non-instructional climbing programs and bookings in the MRU Climbing Centre, including belaying participants, leading games, and group facilitation. Experience Leaders can also serve as assistant instructors during educational and skills-based bookings and programs. The ability to effectively manage risks inherent to climbing and attention to detail are integral to success in this position. Competence in top rope and lead climbing risk management, including belay techniques with both aperture and assisted braking devices (eg, ATC & GriGri) is an asset.

Responsibilities

Customer Experience

• Welcome participants into the facility and highlight key policies & procedures
• Belay participants while climbing and facilitate use of auto-belays
• Distribute rental equipment and ensure it is returned and put away
• Facilitate games and challenges to provide a sense of play
  
  

Risk Management

• Actively supervise participants ensuring that all climbers and belayers are safe
• Provide coaching and corrective instruction on techniques as necessary
  
  

Accessibility and Inclusion

• Ensure programs and services are developed and executed with accommodation for access needs
• Ensure people with varying abilities and circumstances feel a sense of belonging in recreation programs and services
  
  

Qualifications

• Standard First Aid & CPR-C certification
• 1 - 6 months experience
• Competence in top rope and lead climbing risk management, including belay techniques with both aperture and assisted braking devices (eg. ATC & GriGri)
  
  

Preferred

• Current Mount Royal University Student
• Willing to obtain a Vulnerable Sector Check once hired
• Interest in Climbing Centre experience program support and route setting
• • Certification funding support is available for staff members.
    

Salary: $21.87 - $27.61 per hour

Closing Date: Open until a suitable candidate is found

A resume and cover letter should be submitted in one .pdf document. Please title your .pdf document as follows: [Last Name]_[Requisition Number]_[Document Title].pdf (ex. Smith_1234_CV.pdf).

We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, however, Canadian citizens, permanent residents and others currently legally authorized to work in Canada will be given priority. Please note only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. After the close date, you can check on the status of your application through your Career Centre. New career opportunities arise frequently and are posted as they become available. Please check back often to view our latest postings on our Career Opportunities page.

If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify erecruiter@mtroyal.ca and we will work together on your accommodation request.

About MRU

Founded in 1910 and located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Mount Royal University grew into a vibrant college in the 1930s and became a mid-sized university in 2009. A student-focused undergraduate university built on teaching excellence, Mount Royal University is known for our top-calibre programs, high-quality teaching and learning experience, robust delivery of liberal education, scholarly teaching, experiential learning and undergraduate research. MRU serves approximately 15,782 students, including 11,752 full-time and 4,030 part-time learners. MRU offers 13 bachelor's degrees encompassing 37 majors across faculties such as Arts, Business, Communications, Health, Community & Education, and Science & Technology. With over 74% of its student body drawn from the local area, Mount Royal University primarily serves Calgary and its surrounding region. MRU is a diverse yet close community with over 1,800 employees. Mount Royal provides employees the support they need to lead and advance institutional goals. Learn more about MRU's Academic Plan and Strategic Plan.