Programs Manager

Vertical View; Meridian (ID); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free gym membership + one additional

Paid time off

Access to Climber’s Ed courses

Job summary

Vertical View is seeking a part-time Youth Programs Coordinator to help coaches, instructors, and belayers design and oversee climbing programs for youth. You will work closely with leadership to implement engaging curriculums and memorable experiences that advance climber progression.

Responsibilities include overseeing daily operations of clubs and camps, coordinating scheduling, budgeting, and staff training, and maintaining safety standards.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in the climbing industry.
• Strong organizational, people, and communication skills.
• Familiarity with operations, scheduling, and climbing operations.

Responsibilities

• Hire, train, schedule, and manage youth programs, community events, and climbers ed staff.
• Lead team logistics including billing, travel, events, and budgeting.
• Develop engaging curriculum and training materials.
• Lead effective and efficient training sessions.
• Build relationships with members and families.
• Coordinate quarterly department meetings and staff reviews.

Job description

You're a leader at heart—collaborative, driven, and focused on growth. You work closely with coaches, instructors, and belayers to design and oversee programs that help every young climber progress. Developing engaging curriculum and memorable experiences for youth is where you thrive.

PASSION || You bring energy, commitment, and a love for climbing.

Support and represent the Leadership Team

Oversee daily operations of clubs, camps, community events, teams and climbers education

Build strong relationships with members and families

Possess strong, well-rounded knowledge of the climbing industry with the confidence to lead others

Develop engaging curriculum and training materials

Lead team logistics, including billing, travel, USAC events, and budgeting

Lead effective and efficient training sessions.

AWARENESS || You’re organized, proactive, and tuned in to what’s happening.

Keep systems, schedules, and policies up to date

Handle all onboarding processes

Track budgets and manage program supplies

Communicate clearly and respond promptly across platforms

Coordinate space and schedule needs with other departments

Maintain safety certifications with SafeSport and assist with staff training

Identify and support climber progression from clubs and camps to teams.

MENTORSHIP || You build community through support and leadership.

Hire, train, schedule, and manage youth programs, community events, and climbers ed staff;

Give consistent feedback through reviews and conversations

Conduct brief Quarterly Conversations and annual employee performance reviews

Handle conflicts or concerns, either between staff or customers, with care and professionalism

Coordinate quarterly department meetings to build connection and consistency

Ensure staff deliver safe, high-quality instruction and adherence to training and facility standards

Preferences and Requirements

Part-Time | $17–$19/hour DOE

1+ years of experience in the climbing industry

Familiarity with operations, scheduling, and climbing operations

Strong organizational, people, and communication skills

Comfortable with department software and digital tools preferred

CPR/First Aid certification (provided by Vertical View)

Free individual gym membership + one additional membership

Access to select Climber’s Ed courses

Paid time off