Competitive Climbing Team Climbing Coach

The Multnomah Athletic Club has a rich story of excellence in Portland, and its 130-year history makes it a cornerstone organization of the city. The club is owned and governed by a membership of 22,000 and operated by staff in a beautiful downtown clubhouse with 600,000 square feet of athletic and social spaces. MAC's mission is to enrich lives, foster friendships, and build upon traditions of excellence in athletic, wellness, and social programs. The employee team embodies this mission and looks for ways to partner with members and work collaboratively to bring it to life.

The Multnomah Athletic Club has a rich story of excellence in Portland, and its 130-year history makes it a cornerstone organization of the city. The club is owned and governed by a membership of 22,000 and operated by staff in a beautiful downtown clubhouse with 600,000 square feet of athletic and social spaces. MAC's mission is to enrich lives, foster friendships, and build upon traditions of excellence in athletic, wellness, and social programs. The staff team embodies this mission and looks for ways to partner with members and work collaboratively to bring it to life.

JOB SUMMARY

The Competitive Climbing Team Coach is responsible for coaching MAC athletes at the local, regional, divisional, and national level. We are looking for a community minded person who aligns with our value of creating lifelong climbers. Candidates eagerly and enthusiastically coach athletes by supervising and executing practice plans, as well as the creation of a positive and healthy environment.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Oversee and teach rock climbing skills under the leadership of the Climbing Team Head Coach. Provide input to Head Coach in developing long range training systems including goals, timelines, and method of evaluation for recreation program.
2. Coaches, develops, encourages, and inspires climbers toward climbing skill development and progression.
3. Aid Head Coach at local and regional events for competitive and recreational teams.
4. Communicates with climbers, parents, and staff.
5. Follow training schedules established by Head Climbing Coach.
6. Travel to competitions with the team to coach as assigned by the Head Climbing Coach.
7. Assist Head Climbing Coach in identifying ongoing needs of the climbing program. Submit written reports upon request of Head Climbing Coach. Assist Head Coach in promoting a positive and professional Rock-Climbing experience to MAC member's athletes, staff, and the local climbing community.
8. Communicate member concerns to Outdoor Manager or Head Coach.
9. Answer questions regarding outdoor program as necessary.
10. Attend all scheduled climbing staff meetings, clinics, workshops etc.
11. Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
12. Recognizes and/or anticipates potentially dangerous situations and any unsafe behavior and take appropriate action to prevent accident or injury. Action may include approaching members and communicating guidelines, demonstrating safe techniques, increased education, and awareness of safety rules, correcting unsafe activity.
13. Promotes the MAC code of conduct in club activities and demonstrates the importance of providing quality service to members.

SECONDARY FUNCTIONS
Performs other tasks as assigned by Outdoor Manager or Head Climbing Coach.

ESSENTIAL TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, VEHICLES, AND/OR MACHINERY
Job requires proficiency with all appropriate tools, ropes, hardware, and medical equipment as needed.  This includes, but is not limited to, ropes, carabiners, harnesses, wrenches, ladders, belay devices (ABD and Manual), climbing shoes, and webbing.  Requires the use of a multi-line telephone, Windows operating system and software applications including Word and Excel, photocopier, and safe operation of all climbing gym equipment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS
Candidate must work comfortably and safely at varying heights. Some heavy lifting of rock wall equipment is necessary. Work may be occasionally performed in awkward positions when setting up and taking down rock wall equipment and performing cleaning and/or minor repairs. Job entails frequent walking, stooping, bending, squatting, and lifting up to 50lbs. Must have the ability to move easily on soft or irregular surfaces and stand on feet for continuous hours at a time. Work is performed in a gymnasium with exposure to some noise on a routine basis. Exposure to incidents requiring the administration of minor first aid may occur.

Qualifications:Required 

1. Proficient in top rope and lead belaying with an Assisted Braking Device (ABD) or ability to learn upon hire.
2. A minimum of 1 year working with kidsin the climbing industry.
3. A minimum of 1 year in customer service or industry equivalent.
4. Must pass a background check. 
5. CPR, First Aid, AED certification or willing to obtain within 90 days of hire.
6. SafeSport certification or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
7. USA Climbing Level 2 coach, or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
8. Ability to multi-task, prioritize and manage time effectively. 
9. Able to balance multiple tasks and make assertive and compassionate choices.
10. Clear and effective communicator that excels in a collaborative working environment.
11. Demonstrated professional and courteous communication skills with parents and children with an emphasis on customer service. 

Qualifications:Preferred 

1. 2 or more years of experience coaching.
2. 4 or more years of personal climbing experience.  
3. Experience in coaching all Competitive Climbing disciplines.
4. Experience with route setting with relevant USAC certifications.
5. Knowledge of basic computer skills and office procedures.

Benefits

• Free parking
• Discounted public transportation
• Discounted club services and meals
• Free access to select Portland climbing gyms
• Facility use privileges including exercise room, climbing gym, swimming pools, and exercise classes
• 401(k) retirement program with employer match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Access to Headspace wellness app
• Full-time employees may choose from a comprehensive benefit & welfare package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.

COVID-19 considerations: Your health and safety are a top priority at the MAC. In an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in our facilities, we have implemented specific precautionary measures and processes for employees. Beginning October 1, 2021, all MAC employees must be fully vaccinated or have been approved for a legal exception. Fully vaccinated is defined as two weeks following receiving the second dose of a two-dose or one dose of a single-dose COVID-19 vaccination. Job offers are contingent on providing proof of vaccination or securing a documented and approved medical or religious exception.

The Multnomah Athletic Club believes that each employee makes a significant contribution to our success. This position description is designed to outline primary duties and qualifications but not limit the employee or the Club to just the work identified.

The Multnomah Athletic Club is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation, or national origin.

Job types:Full-Time, Part-Time

Pay:$18.00 - $22.00 per hour

The Multnomah Athletic Club is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.