Zipline Assistant Course Manager - 2027 Season

Denali Park Adventures; Alaska; On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

End of season bonus

Tips

Job summary

Denali Park Adventures seeks a Zipline Assistant Course Manager for the 2027 season. You will support the General Manager and Course Managers, oversee staff during daily operations, and help ensure safe, smooth tours for guests.

Requirements include 5+ years in customer service (tourism preferred), 3+ years as a tour guide, a clean MVR, First Aid/CPR certification, and strong communication. Position is outdoor, seasonal, with a base wage and bonuses.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years working in customer service, tourism industry preferred.
• Minimum 3 years working as a tour guide in some capacity.
• Clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
• Ability to work on feet for up to 10 hours a day.
• Must have a "Safety First" mentality.

Responsibilities

• Aid Course Manager with all necessary tasks.
• Oversee, coach and manage staff during day-to-day operations.
• File daily shift reports.
• Assist in course maintenance and safety inspections.
• Assist in pre-season staff training.
• Assist with planning staff communications and events.

Skills

Customer service

Tour guiding

Safety mindset

Communication

First Aid/CPR

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Zipline Assistant Course Manager - 2027 Season

Responsible for assisting the General Manager and Course Managers with managing the Zipline Site during operating hours. This includes keeping constant communication with sales office and shuttle drivers, making sure all tours flow smoothly by helping guides when able and necessary, and monitoring safety elements throughout the site.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Aid Course Manager with all necessary tasks.
• Oversee, correct, coach and manage staff during day to day operations.
• File daily shift reports.
• Manage and delegate work to Senior Staff and guides.
• Aid Course Manager with "Periodic Course Inspection"
• Assist Course Manager with care and maintenance of the zipline course and equipment.
• Assist in pre-season staff training.
• Aid Course Manager in course risk management and policy.
• Assisting the General manager with social media.
• Assist Course Manager with tracking and organizing staff training hours.
• Assist Course Manager with tracking and organizing of company safety records.
• Help Monitor and maintain equipment inspection system.
• Care and maintenance of zipline and housing properties.
• Attend weekly meetings with Course Manager.
• Assist General Manager with planning staff communications.
• Assist planning and executing special events.
• Tracking of course supplies and reporting levels.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years working in customer service, tourism industry preferred.
• Minimum 3 years working as a tour guide in some capacity.
• Clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
• Ability to work on feet for up to 10 hours a day.
• Must have a "Safety First" mentality.
• Flexibility with scheduling.
• Ability to think calm and critically in high-stress situations.
• Ability to maintain and project a positive attitude in all weather conditions.
• Ability and willingness to coordinate and assist in course maintenance as needed.
• Strong, professional written and verbal communications skills.
• First Aid and CPR certified.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience managing in a fast-paced, guest service atmosphere.
• Experience in shuttle driving.
• General knowledge of zip course maintenance.
• Familiarity with Denali National Park history, landscape and wildlife.

Pay is DOE: $20 ($18 hourly base wage + $2 per hour end of season bonus) + TIPS (tips when guiding will add at least $4-6/hour)