Adventure Outings Student Climbing Wall Floor Staff - Part-time

Associated Students (AS) is a comprehensive campus auxiliary corporation of CSU, Chico serving thousands of students, faculty, staff and community members through myriad student programs, services and business enterprises. AS operates residential and retail dining services, the Bell Memorial Union (BMU), and the Wildcat Recreation Center (WREC). Additionally, the AS offers a wide variety of services and programs such as: CAVE (Community Action Volunteers in Education), the Child Development Lab, Adventure Outings, Operation Programs and Services (OPS), Sustainability and student government.

In support of campus-wide efforts, the AS is committed to recruiting and hiring candidates who demonstrate and embrace our corporate values and strategic priorities. We take a culturally-informed approach to all our processes related to employee relationships. We provide timely and intentional opportunities to increase our commitment to inclusivity within the Associated Students and actively support University-wide diversity initiatives. Successful candidates are those of variable abilities who will work to advance policies and practices that will strengthen our organizational culture.

Associated Students is now hiring for the position of Adventure Outings Student Climbing Wall Floor Staff. This is a part-time, non-benefited student position that will work no more than 20 hours per week while school is in session.  The pay rate is $16.90 per hour. The schedule for this position is based upon department needs and is subject to change at any time. To be eligible for student employment, you must be enrolled at CSU, Chico and maintain at least 6 units (undergraduate student) or 4 units (graduate student) throughout the course of employment.

Before submitting your application and resume, please review both carefully for accuracy and completeness. Attention to detail is important. Poor grammar, spelling errors, and/or incomplete fields may adversely affect consideration of your application for employment.

IMPORTANT: If you are selected for hire, please be prepared to complete all new employee documents including the Form W-4 and Form I-9*. The Form I-9 will require original documents as defined on page 3 of the form found .  In order to be hired, you must provide one item from list A OR one item from list B ANDlist C. If you are unsure what to bring, please call AS Human Resources at 530-898-4385 or visit the USCIS Website:.

*Non-resident students:  Students with an F-1 visa will need to provide additional documentation and obtain a Social Security Number.  If hired, the area supervisor will provide more information.

WREC Climbing Gym Floor Staff 

SUMMARY

Climbing Gym Floor Staff manage the front desk and supervise the climbing floor. They check participants in, enter data into Fusion, and handle gear check-out and check-in. On the floor, they belay members and actively ensure all climbers and belayers follow safety protocols. They also deliver gym orientations, enforce rules, report incidents, and complete opening and closing tasks. With manager approval, they may take on route setting duties.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 

•       Ensure participant safety by monitoring climbing and belaying activities
•       Enforce all WREC Climbing Gym policies and procedures
•       Check in participants and manage records using Fusion
•       Issue, inspect, and maintain climbing equipment
•       Report incidents and concerns to the Climbing Wall Supervisor
•       Complete opening and closing duties as assigned
•       Maintain cleanliness and organization of the gym and front desk areas
•       Engage with and assist participants in a professional, approachable manner
•       Be prepared to belay and actively offer belays to participants
•       Properly store and care for all climbing wall equipment
•       Participate in ongoing technical climbing education and training
•       Set climbing routes when approved by the Climbing Gym Manager
•       Demonstrate punctuality, professionalism, and respect for all individuals
•       Perform additional duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrate strong customer service and interpersonal communication skills
• Work effectively with diverse populations
• Operate independently with minimal supervision
• Manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment
• Collaborate professionally with student and professional staff
• Safely belay participants and provide basic climbing instruction
• Give and receive constructive feedback with team members
• Maintain knowledge of indoor climbing safety practices and techniques

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

• Working knowledge of the WREC Climbing Gym
• First Aid/CPR/AED Certification within 30 days of hire
• WREC Belay Certification within 30 days of hire
• Enrolled in at least six units at CSU, Chico.