Climbing Wall 3, Instructor

Mount Royal University; Calgary; On-site; CAD 35,817 - 44,083; Part time

Job summary

Mount Royal University in Calgary, Alberta invites applications for the Climbing Wall 3, Instructor. This flexible, part-time position sits within the Cougars Athletics and Recreation department, with a variable schedule that may include evenings, weekends, and occasional holiday shifts.

You will teach climbing skills, supervise participants, manage risk, and foster a welcoming learning environment. Required are Standard First Aid & CPR‑C and ACMG Level 1 Climbing Gym Instructor or Top Rope

Qualifications

• Standard First Aid & CPR-C certification (training available)
• Advanced understanding of climbing techniques and terminology
• ACMG Level 1 Climbing Gym Instructor and/or Top Rope Climbing Instructor certifications (certification funding available)

Responsibilities

• Teach and coach climbing skills including top rope, lead climbing, belaying, and equipment use
• Welcome participants and highlight policies and procedures
• Distribute rental equipment and ensure proper return
• Actively supervise learners to ensure safety of climbers and belayers
• Provide coaching and corrective instruction as necessary

Skills

Climbing instruction

Customer service

Safety awareness

Education

Standard First Aid & CPR-C

ACMG Level 1 Climbing Gym Instructor

ACMG Top Rope Climbing Instructor certification

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Job Title

Climbing Wall 3, Instructor

Job Type

Flexible

Union

MRSA

Salary Grade

Flexible / Casual Classification (Salary Grade)

SAD04 Administrative Services IV (Salary Grade 17)

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 Instructor 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 the Adventure Programming Supervisor, the Climbing Instructor 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 Instructor is responsible for providing climbing skills-based teaching during MRU Climbing Centre programs and private bookings. The ability to effectively manage risks inherent to climbing and attention to detail are integral to success in this position, as well as a passion for teaching a variety of demographics and facilitating a positive learning environment.

Responsibilities

Climbing Instruction (65%)

• Teach and coach technical climbing skills, including: top rope and lead climbing and belaying, equipment use, rappelling, climbing movement, physical training

Customer Experience (15%)

• Welcome participants into the facility and highlight key policies & procedures
• Distribute rental equipment and ensure it is returned and put away
• Actively supervise learners ensuring that all climbers and belayers are safe
• Provide coaching and corrective instruction on techniques as necessary

Accessibility and Inclusion (5%)

• 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
  • Training is available for new or expiring staff members as necessary
• Advanced understanding of climbing techniques and terminology
• Association of Canadian Mountain Guides (ACMG) Level 1 Climbing Gym Instructor and/or Top Rope Climbing Instructor certification(s)
  • Certification funding support is available for staff members

Salary:$25.55 - $32.32per hour

Closing Date: Open until suitable candidates are found.

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.

If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify [e-mail] 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 .