Adventure Course Manager - Onsite Housing Included

South-Shore-Young-Mens-Christian-Association; Sandwich (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site housing

Job summary

Camp Burgess & Hayward is seeking a Challenge Course Manager to oversee safe operation of the challenge course, climbing walls, low ropes, and archery. You will train and supervise seasonal staff, ensuring high-quality, safe programming for campers during summer and shoulder seasons.

The role combines outdoor leadership with facilities tasks, including maintenance support and record-keeping for trainings and certifications. On-site housing is provided.

Qualifications

• Challenge course certifications required or willingness to obtain.
• Experience with challenge courses preferred with training provided.
• Ability to supervise and coach seasonal staff to deliver safe programs.
• Age 21+ and strong interpersonal communication is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safe operation of challenge course, climbing walls, low ropes, and archery.
• Train, evaluate and supervise seasonal Challenge Course staff.
• Maintain staff training records and required licensure.
• Assist in maintenance tasks across Camp’s 300 acres and 50+ buildings.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Safety compliance

Coaching

Outdoor work

Education

Level II Challenge Course certification

Archery Level I certification

Tools

Carpentry

Landscaping

Painting

Job description

Camp Burgess & Hayward is seeking a Challenge Course Manager to oversee safe operation of the challenge course, climbing walls, low ropes, and archery. You will train and supervise seasonal staff, ensuring high-quality, safe programming for campers during summer and shoulder seasons.

The role combines outdoor leadership with facilities tasks, including maintenance support and record-keeping for trainings and certifications. On-site housing is provided.