Tier 1 Recreational Coach

Tier 1 Coach

Weekday afternoon/evening and weekend morning/afternoon availability required.

Tier 1 Coach Job Description

Title: Tier 1 Coach: Competitive and/or Recreational

Reports To: Comp Head Coach/Rec Head Coach

Department: Comp Coaching/Rec Coaching

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Classification: Part-Time Hourly

Location: Site-Specific

The Why:

Mesa Rim's vision is to improve the quality of life of our community. We believe that climbing can be transformative and we seek to inspire lifelong climbers who connect with themselves and others. Tier 1 Coaches bring this to life by fostering a passion for climbing in youth athletes and cultivating a motivating and educational practice environment.

The How:

As a Tier 1 Coach, you are inspired to support the next generation of climbers and excited to share your passion for climbing with youth athletes. You are patient, encouraging, and skilled at connecting with children to foster engagement and learning. You take safety seriously, demonstrating the diligence and attention to detail required to oversee a group of young climbers. You actively seek feedback, ask questions, and are eager to grow your skills to become an even more effective coach.

Tier 1 Coaches may be assigned to the Competitive Coaching Department, Recreational Coaching Department, or both, depending on program needs.

The What:

Tier 1 Coaches (Comp and Rec) inspire a lasting passion for climbing by developing foundational skills in youth athletes in accordance with Mesa Rim coaching standards.

Execute training programs for athletes as directed by Supervisor, seeking feedback and striving to grow as a coach

Follow Mesa Rim Programming Procedures and Standards in all aspects of role, including consistent adherence to youth protection policies

Build rapport and trust with athletes, motivating them and encouraging their progress

Follow and reinforce safety practices

Oversee a small group of athletes during each practice, managing time and group dynamic effectively

Serve as Mesa Rim cultural example, consistently demonstrating good sportsmanships and Mesa Rim Core Values

Deliver remarkable customer service to participants and parents

Acquire knowledge of all gym offerings (climbing, yoga, fitness, proshop, setting, youth programs, etc.) and share this knowledge with athletes and other facility guests

Other duties as assigned

Hours vary and minimums may be required according to the needs of business operations at each location

Must-Haves:

Must be at least 16 years of age

Must contribute to Mesa Rim Climbing Center culture

Must have ability to seek & accept, as well as give, critical feedback in a professional manner

Must demonstrate a positive attitude and be a team player

Must enjoy working with youth and have at least one year experience working with youth

Must have one year of climbing experience

Must possess basic knowledge of climbing technique and youth-specific training

Must demonstrate an inclusive coaching approach that fosters community, builds confidence, and nurtures individual development on and off the walls

Must demonstrate strong communication skills

Must have a drive to grow professionally

Must be able to work in an organized and transparent manner

Must pass criminal and sex offender background check

Nice-to-Haves:

Previous climbing coaching experience

Current First Aid & CPR Certification

Get Stoked For Access To:

Being part of an amazing team and company culture that focuses on personal and professional growth, authentic communication, and genuine care for one another

Mesa Rim membership, access to Mesa Rim classes, pro-deals, and Pro Shop discounts

Access to professional development opportunities and an Employee Assistance Program

A competitive benefits package, including employer-subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plan with employer-match, as well as a robust Paid Time Off package once employed full-time

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit in a harness, climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; utilize manual dexterity to handle or feel; use both hands at the same time; reach overhead with arms; walk up and down stairs, and grip with hands; walk on hard/soft and even/uneven surfaces; use a computer; talk, yell and hear. The employee may frequently be required to do physical work lifting and/or moving up to 25-50 pounds, and occasionally lifting and/or moving between 50 and 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to loud noise, airborne particles, dry conditions (non-weather), and occasionally exposed to falling objects, trip hazards, risk of moving mechanical parts, mechanical burn and bodily fluid.

Austin T1 Coach Pay Range: $16.25-$18.50 /hour