Coordinator, Climbing Wall and Group Facilitation

Company: University Enterprises, Inc.
Location: Sacramento
Posted on: May 1, 2025

Job Description:

Coordinator, Climbing Wall and Group Facilitation

Find out exactly what skills, experience, and qualifications you will need to succeed in this role before applying below.


The WELL


REQUISITION #621205517





University Enterprises, Inc. (UEI) at Sacramento State is seeking a Coordinator, Climbing Wall and Group Facilitation for The WELL.


What makes The WELL at Sacramento State such a special place? You would be joining a dynamic team in an environment centered around wellness, focused on staff development, offering wonderful benefits, and providing engaging and fulfilling work. You will grow in this role and have an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of students.





UEI and the University Union Operation of Sacramento State (Union WELL, Inc.) are auxiliaries of Sacramento State and California 501(c)3 not-for-profit corporations. The Union WELL, Inc. consists of the facility operations and programs of two buildings: The University Union and The WELL (Recreation & Wellness Center). The University Union facility, totaling approximately 220,000 square feet, currently houses food service operations, retail operations, multiple meeting and conference spaces, Associated Students, Inc., Student Organizations and Leadership offices, Women's Resource Center, PRIDE Center, KSSU Student Radio, Public Information Desk, Games Room, Union Gallery, Terminal Lounge (music/video digital media), Student Computer Lounge, Meditation Room, computer and printer workstations throughout the building, a University Police Service Center, and various open lounge spaces. The WELL, totaling approximately 165,000 square feet, houses five fitness studios, a cardio suite, two fitness floors, a multi-activity court, four basketball courts, a rock climbing wall, four racquetball courts, an indoor running track, locker rooms, and conference center. The WELL is also home to Student Health and Counseling Services. The facilities provide services to over 31,000 students, as well as faculty and staff on campus.





Explore The WELL through the following link for more information: https://thewellatsacstate.com/





RATE OF PAY: $4,178 - $6,267 per month





BENEFITS: UEI offers an excellent benefits package that includes:



Participation in CalPERS Retirement Program

Paid Vacation Time - starting at 6.66 hours accrued/month

Paid Sick Time - 8 hours accrued/month

Paid Holidays - 14 paid holidays per year including paid time off the week between Christmas Day and New Year's Day as the CSUS campus is closed

Excellent medical benefits - 100% employer-paid medical & dental for employee-only coverage and low cost for family coverage

Educational Assistance Program for employees and/or dependents

Child care subsidy

Free membership to The WELL, Sacramento State's on-campus fitness center

View a comprehensive list of all of the benefits at https://www.enterprises.csus.edu/wp-content/uploads/UEI_Benefits-At-A-Glance-Brochure_Union_Well.pdf






FILING DEADLINE: This position closes to new applicants on May 18, 2025. Your application will be reviewed after this date.





APPLY ONLINE: To be considered, all applicants must apply through the UEI website at https://secure6.saashr.com/ta/6158859.careers?ShowJob=621205517. Applicants who apply outside of this link will not be considered.





CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:


This is a full-time, non-exempt (eligible for overtime pay), benefited position that is covered under the California Public Employees' Retirement System. Continued employment in this position is dependent upon the mutual consent of University Enterprises and the employee, and either University Enterprises or the employee can, at any time, terminate the employment relationship at will, with or without cause.





The selected candidate must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the United States. University Enterprises, Inc. is not a sponsoring agency (i.e. H-1B Visa).





MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS



Bachelor's Degree in Physical Education, Recreation, Sports Management, Business Administration, Hospitality Management, Exercise, Nutritional Sciences, or a related field or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Demonstrated experience with rock climbing programs such as: route setting, clinics/workshops, climbing gear, climbing movement, and safety requirements.

Demonstrated supervisory or management experience. Demonstrated experience in selecting, training, coordinating, evaluating, and supervising a diverse work force.

Demonstrated experience using experiential education skills for team building activities and goal setting skills for employees and groups.

Knowledge of personnel management, budgeting, and facilities management.

Ability to direct management goals, facilitate change, and create and implement innovative programs.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to compile, prepare, write, and review reports.

Demonstrated experience working with personal computer software applications including word-processing, spreadsheet, presentation, internet, and email software, such as the programs in the Microsoft Office Suite.

Experience working in a multicultural environment.

Knowledge of safety procedures and protocols as they relate to climbing programs.

Must acquire CPR/AED and First Aid certification within three (3) months of employment. Certification must be kept current.

Demonstrated ability to work in a high-pressure environment and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of staff and the surrounding community.

Ability to work a varying schedule, including extended hours, swing shift, nights, weekends, holidays as needed, and in the case of an emergency.

Must be fingerprinted and pass a background check. Must continue to meet the established standards.





PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS



Master's Degree in Physical Education, Recreation, Sports Management, Business Administration, Hospitality Management, Exercise, Nutritional Sciences, or a related field.

Demonstrated experience in large student recreation centers, student unions, student activities, and residence life or student development.

Experience in a large, non-profit corporation.

Climbing Wall Instructor Trainer with the AMGA or similar instructor certification to teach climbing.

Involvement in professional societies and organizations.





PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS


With or without reasonable accommodation: Sit for extended periods of time; frequently stand and walk; manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of office equipment including computers, telephones, calculators, copy machines, fax machines, scanners, and printers. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.





WORKING CONDITIONS


Work is performed in an office and recreation center environment; continuous contact with staff, frequent contact with the campus community and the public.


DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES


The Climbing Wall and Group Facilitation Coordinator is responsible for the management, supervision, and scheduling of the climbing wall located within The WELL. This position will work closely in programming instructional classes on the wall and staffing special events and/or groups that may use the wall. This position is responsible for direct outreach to the campus and surrounding community to promote utilization of the WELL and all of its services including climbing wall and experiential education programs. This position will work with groups, both on and off campus, helping them to reach goals and learn teamwork through experiential educational opportunities. This position will also be responsible for team development programs at the climbing wall. This position serves as a member of the campus recreation team and will direct and manage staff, programs, and partnerships on campus that help develop and support the mission of the WELL. This position is also responsible for evaluation and assessment of all aspects of the programs in their area. The position reports to and receives general direction from the Assistant Director of Recreation Programs. The position will supervise all part-time facility staff in their respective areas, including internships, graduate assistants and any other student work programs that are appropriate.





The specific duties and responsibilities are as follows:



Ensures the supervision of the climbing area is conducted in accordance with established rules and regulations. Analyzes and establishes proper staffing levels to meet program safety standards.

Provides direction to others in the management of the day-to-day and overall operations, including hiring, training, development, evaluation, and supervision of staff, student assistants, and volunteers.

Maintains the master calendar for the climbing wall and ensures all programs and events are scheduled in accordance with policies and guidelines.

Assist in the development, coordination, organization, and implementation of a quality rock climbing wall program, including special events, instructional programs, themed climbing events, and adaptive climbing programs for all members.

Coordinates all climbing wall maintenance, safety inspections, equipment purchasing, inspection, and replacement.

Assist in the development, coordination, organization, and implementation of a quality climbing based group facilitation program. Responsible for ongoing development of new group facilitation programs, games, and initiatives.

Organizes and manages all climbing events held in the WELL including weekend and evening events in the facility.

Works with the Assistant Director of Recreation Programs to create an inventory management plan, including tracking physical inventory, compiling inventory reports, and making recommendations for future inventory purchases.

Develops, implements, and coordinates daily equipment inspection standards, equipment use checklists and ensures that employees are provided safety training and attend safety meetings. Tracks equipment usage and inspections for compliance with standard industry regulations. Develops and conducts safety and risk management training for staff regarding equipment and other related items and/or activities.

Ensures all activities are conducted in accordance with established and approved rules and regulations that address participant's safety as a high priority as well as established service standards.

Responsible for risk management associated with all programs and events. Consults as needed with the Assistant Director of Recreation Programs and proposes appropriate policy changes to provide a safe environment for all.

Works with Assistant Director of Recreation Programs to ensure that all planned and preventative maintenance programs and repairs are made in a timely manner, including regularly scheduled safety inspections of the climbing wall. Ensures completion of scheduled routine maintenance of the climbing areas and any needed reports.

Recommends future modifications to climbing and facilitation programs using structured member feedback through on-going evaluations, assessments, informal discussions, focus groups, and written program surveys. Makes improvements and recommends innovations and changes that enhance the programs and facility.

Ensures appropriate route setting and changing of routes for the climbing wall as needed throughout the year.

Supports and maintains a sound working relationship with all partners of the WELL, including campus departments and divisions, in order to create a dynamic and fully collaborative recreation and wellness program.

Assists the Assistant Director of Recreation Programs with creating a strategic plan and budget that is responsive to student, faculty, staff, and member input regarding programs and services in the WELL.

Work collaboratively with Assistant Director of Recreation Programs to propose Climbing Department modifications and program ideas to The WELL's Advisory Group and Union WELL Inc. Board of Directors when applicable.

Creates student learning objectives and an assessment program that will demonstrate the attainment of skills, knowledge, and overall personal growth as a result of participation in these programs, student employment, or as a volunteer.

Maintains knowledge and understanding of pertinent governmental health and safety codes for operations of the climbing areas, including updates to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) as it pertains to facilities.

Organizes and conducts Climbing Department-wide and Climbing Department Leadership staff meetings.

Performs other duties of a similar nature as requested by Assistant Director and when designated, can act in the absence of the Assistant Director.


Note: This position vacancy is with University Enterprises Inc., an auxiliary organization of California State University, Sacramento. This is not a University position; the incumbent will be an employee of University Enterprises. University Enterprises operates commercial enterprises on the California State University, Sacramento campus; it is responsible for grant and contract management and fiscal services for University research and sponsored programs and provides fiscal services to University related agencies and activities. University Enterprises is a non-profit corporation governed by a board of directors in conformance with the appropriate State of California codes and policy directives of the Board of Trustees and the campus administration.


University Enterprises is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an active nondiscrimination program. It is the stated policy of University Enterprises that all employees and applicants shall receive equal consideration and treatment. All recruitment, hiring, placement, and promotions will be on a basis of qualifications of the individual for the position being filled, regardless of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age (over 40 years), sex, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition (diagnosis or history of cancer)*, citizenship, veteran status, or physical or mental disability. Any persons who feel that they have been discriminated against in connection with an application for employment should contact University Enterprises' Director of Human Resources at (916) 278-7003. *As defined in Section 12926(F), Government Code 12990.


***AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER***


In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Police and Campus Crime Statistics Act, California State University, Sacramento has made crime reporting statistics available on-line at www.csus.edu/police/cleryact.htm. Print copies are available in the CSUS library and by request from the CSUS Office of Public Safety and the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs.


Salary/Compensation: $4,178 - $6,267 per month


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