Grand Valley: Climbing Center News

Faculty/ Staff Family Climb Day begins

2013-07-06 00:00:00.0

Beginning Saturday, July 6th and continuing until Fall Semester, we are pleased to be offering Faculty/ Staff Family Climb Day! Each Saturday from 12p-4p the Climbing Center will be offering a significantly discounted rate for GV Faculty & Staff to spend a fun afternoon at the Climbing Center with their family.

Discount:

Faculty & Staff - Day Pass Fee waived. Pay only for needed rental equipment ($3 or less)

Spouse & Dependents - $5 flat rate includes the day pass & any needed rental equipment.

No experience necessary. Climbing Center staff will be on hand for basic instruction and to belay if needed (tie knots & handle the ropes). Recommended minimum age: 6 yrs.

Summer Hours Begin

2013-05-06 00:00:00.0

Effective Monday, May 6 - Sunday, June 30, the Climbing Center will be on Spring hours. Spring Open Climb will be Tuesdays & Thursdays, 5p-9p.

CLOSED through May 5

2013-04-29 00:00:00.0

The Climbing Center will be closed April 29 through May 5 for wood floor re-finishing.

Job Opening: Graduate Supervisor

2011-01-10 00:00:00.0

Position Description

The Climbing Center (CC)/ Outdoor Adventure Center (OAC) Graduate Supervisor (GS) position is an hourly position within Athletic & Recreation Facilities Management that requires a 20-25 hour per week commitment. The work schedule includes an average of three shifts per week that overlap the evening CC open hours and a minimum of one Saturday shift per month. The GS reports directly to the CC/ OAC Manager and is active in nearly all aspects of CC and OAC operation. Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Monitoring the operation of the CC and OAC on a regular basis

Assisting with hiring, training, and supervising student staff

Developing and implementing programs and events

Coordinating group visits to the CC

Conducting OAC rentals and returns

Customer Service

Other tasks as assigned by Athletic and Recreation Facilities Management

This position holds a flexible start date.

Qualifications

Candidates must meet the following criteria in order to be considered for the CC/ OAC GS position.

Be enrolled in a Master's degree program at Grand Valley State University

Be certified in Adult First Aid and CPR

Have previous experience in a recreational setting

Have a working knowledge of rock climbing and/ or other outdoor adventure activities (hiking, camping, kayaking, etc...)

Application

To apply for the Graduate Supervisor position please send your resume with a cover letter and three letters of recommendation to:

Joe Bitely

D 109 Rec Center

1 Campus Dr

Allendale, MI 49401