Climbing Wall 2, Experience Lead

Mount Royal University; Calgary; On-site; CAD 30,307 - 38,572; Part time

Job summary

Mount Royal University in Calgary, Alberta invites applications for a Climbing Wall 2, Experience Lead. This flexible, casual role involves coordinating non-instructional climbing programs at MRU Climbing Centre, belaying participants, and assisting instructors.

The position supports inclusive recreation and risk-aware practices. The role reports to the Adventure Programming Supervisor and requires attention to safety, strong people skills, and comfort with variable hours.

Qualifications

• Preference given to current Mount Royal University students.
• Standard First Aid & CPR-C certification. Training is available for new or expiring staff members as necessary.
• Competence in top rope and lead climbing risk management, including belay techniques with both aperture and assisted braking devices (eg, ATC & GriGri).

Responsibilities

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

Skills

First Aid & CPR-C

Belay techniques

Climbing risk management

Education

Preference for MRU students

Job description

Climbing Wall 2, Experience Lead - (3952)

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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

About this Position

About the Role

Working within the department of Cougars Athletics and Recreation , this is a flexible position 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.

The Climbing Wall 2, Experience Lead 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.

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 (45%)

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

Accessibility and Inclusion (10%)

• 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

Preference given to current Mount Royal University students

Standard First Aid & CPR-C certification. Training is available for new or expiring staff members as necessary

Competence in top rope and lead climbing risk management, including belay techniques with both aperture and assisted braking devices (eg. ATC & GriGri)

Salary:$21.87 - $27.61 per hour

Closing Date: Open until suitable candidates are found.

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 .