Student Employment: Climbing Wall Attendant 2026-2027

Working at Quinnipiac University; Hamden (CT); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Quinnipiac University is seeking a part-time Climbing Wall Attendant in Campus Recreation under the Non-Federal Work Study program. The role supports participant safety, wall operations, belay instruction, and equipment management, with routes set subject to approval.

Regular Outdoors staff meetings and trainings are required. This student position emphasizes strong communication, reliability, and a willingness to learn new skills while contributing to a safe and engaging climbing environment on

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Willingness to learn new skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure participant safety at the climbing wall.
• Open and close the climbing wall.
• Check in and supervise climbers.
• Teach belay courses and conduct belay tests.
• Inspect and manage equipment inventory.
• Set climbing routes (with approval from the Assistant Director).
• Maintain the climbing wall and facility.
• Attend regular Outdoors staff meetings and all-staff training.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong interpersonal communication

Willingness to learn

Job description

Job Title

Climbing Wall Attendant

Department

Campus Recreation

Student Employment Type

Non-Federal Work Study

Responsibilities

• Ensure participant safety at the climbing wall
• Open and close the climbing wall
• Check in and supervise climbers
• Teach belay courses and conduct belay tests
• Inspect and manage equipment inventory
• Set climbing routes (with approval from the Assistant Director)
• Maintain the climbing wall and facility
• Attend regular Outdoors staff meetings and all-staff training
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Willingness to learn new skills

Hours of Position

• Regular Wall Hours
  • Monday–Thursday: 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
  • Friday: 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
  • Saturday: 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
  • Sunday: Closed
• Belay Clinics
  • Schedule varies
• Route Setting
  • Schedule varies

Required Documents for Application

Resume and cover letter

Note to Faculty/Staff Applicants Only

If a final candidate is a current or previous Quinnipiac employee, the hiring manager must obtain a reference check from the candidate’s current or former manager before making an offer of employment. If the candidate's current or most-recent Quinnipiac supervisor is unavailable, the hiring manager should contact Talent Acquisition for assistance in determining the appropriate alternate contact:

Advertised

Advertised: March 16, 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: