PAL Ropes Course at UBC

Here’s Sean’s official ‘You’re Fired’ notice.
In other words, we are promoting you onto your next adventure and we can’t wait to hear all about it. Thank you for +10 years. The ropes course will not feel the same without you there. You will be missed!

Job description

This is a full-time seasonal job, running from end of May through to first week of Sept, with the potential for extension to the end of October if available.

The Challenge Course Manager’s (CCM) primary responsibility is to ensure that all participants using the challenge course elements have a safe and rewarding learning experience.

This is a senior management position that includes a wide range of tasks and responsibilities, as outlined below.

Qualities that are critical in the CCM include good judgment, flexibility, patience, and the ability to manage multiple projects at the same time. Will be able to supervise all aspects of the Challenge Course including developing policies and procedures. The CCM often works independently, but must also be comfortable leading groups as well as working closely with others on projects such as facilitator and counselor training programs.

On a day-to-day basis, the CCM performs a wide variety of tasks, including risk management, low and high ropes maintenance, some trail maintenance, responding to high course rescues or medical emergencies, interviewing potential staff, preparing and conducting training programs for new staff, assisting other staff as needed,and participation in regular team meetings, email correspondence, etc.

QUALIFICATIONS: Education: High School diploma required; college degree preferred. Professional Experience: At least 2 seasons working at a ropes course or a comparable facility, including at least 2 seasons as a group facilitator. Additional Skills: strong verbal and written communication skills; excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.

Certifications: ACCT Level I or CCM certification is preferred. Salary: contingent on education and experience level.

Deadline for receipt of applications: April 16th, 2021 or until filled

Our website: www.palropescourse.com

Contract length: 3 months
Procedures: Please send a cover letter and resume
Deadline for receipt of applications: April 16th, 2021 or until filled

POSITION OVERVIEW: This is a full-time seasonal job, running from June through to end of August, with the potential for extension to the end of October.
The Challenge Course Manager’s (CCM) primary responsibility is to ensure that all participants using the challenge course elements have a safe and rewarding learning experience. This is a senior management position that includes a wide range of tasks and responsibilities, as outlined below. Qualities that are critical in the CCM include good judgment, flexibility, patience, and the ability to manage multiple projects at the same time. Will be able to supervise all aspects of the Challenge Course including developing policies and procedures. The CCM often works independently, but must also be comfortable leading groups as well as working closely with others on projects such as facilitator and counselor training programs. On a day-to-day basis, the CCM performs a wide variety of tasks, including risk management, low and high ropes maintenance, construction, and reconstruction, trail maintenance, removal of trees and dead limbs, responding to high course rescues or medical emergencies, interviewing potential staff, preparing and conducting training programs for new staff, assisting other staff as needed, and administrative tasks such as recordkeeping, budget preparation/monitoring, participation in regular team meetings, email correspondence, etc.

QUALIFICATIONS: Education: High School diploma required; college degree preferred. Professional Experience: At least three seasons working at a ropes course or a comparable facility, including at least 3 seasons as a group facilitator. Additional Skills: strong verbal and written communication skills; excellent interpersonal and organizational skills; good computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Certifications: ACCT Level II or CCM certification is preferred. Salary: contingent on education and experience level. How to Apply Application

Procedures: Please send a cover letter and resume to: [email protected]
Deadline for receipt of applications: April 16th, 2021 or until filled

It’s MBA day at the PAL Ropes Course!!!! Super fun team of 100.

A little rain didn’t stop us from having a blast on our first day of summer camp 2019!!!

~Liz

Thank you Westside Tree Solutions for the wood chips!

~ Therese

We are officially open for the season!
We have great team ready for another busy year;
Chris, Sean and our newest member Jon. As well, Tamara, Kris and manager Liz are in the house.

~Therese