Climbing Wall & Sports Lead - Safety & Leagues

20 - EXOS Works, LLC; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Life and disability benefits

Job summary

Exos is seeking a Climbing Wall & Sports Associate in a hybrid role. You will supervise the climbing wall during open hours, conduct belay checks, issue certifications, fit safety gear, and maintain equipment.

You’ll lead introductory classes, youth programs, and group events, plus drive league participation and handle registration and front desk tasks. A CPR/AED/First Aid certification and climbing experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, Recreation, or Outdoor Education-related field.
• Outgoing personality and excellent communication skills.
• Superior customer service skills.
• A current CPR/AED & First Aid certification.
• Indoor or outdoor climbing experience.
• Experience officiating, coaching, or organizing recreational sports leagues (preferred).
• Strong commitment to safety and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the climbing wall during open hours, monitoring climbers for safe practices.
• Conduct climber orientations and belay checks, verify waivers, issue belay certifications.
• Fit and check harnesses, helmets, and climbing shoes; manage rental equipment.
• Belay climbers and operate auto-belays per guidelines.
• Perform inspections of wall, holds, ropes, harnesses, and auto-belays; document findings.
• Remove damaged equipment and report maintenance needs.
• Assist with setting and resetting routes; maintain holds.
• Lead introductory climbing classes, youth programs, and group events.
• Respond to incidents, administer first aid, and complete incident reports.
• Develop and promote sport league participation; manage registrations and rules.
• Expand and offer more leagues; supervise participants.

Skills

Outgoing personality

Excellent communication

Customer service

CPR/AED & First Aid

Climbing experience

Coaching/league organization

Safety focus

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science / Recreation / Outdoor Education

Job description

Exos is seeking a Climbing Wall & Sports Associate in a hybrid role. You will supervise the climbing wall during open hours, conduct belay checks, issue certifications, fit safety gear, and maintain equipment.

You’ll lead introductory classes, youth programs, and group events, plus drive league participation and handle registration and front desk tasks. A CPR/AED/First Aid certification and climbing experience are required.