First Ascent Youth Leadership Camp Coordinator

Overview

Job Description
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The First Ascent Youth Leadership Coordinator is a seasonal temporary position needed one-two weeks a year, with potential for a few hours during the year. Responsibilities include planning and implementing the program used for the annual one-week CMC First Ascent Youth Leadership Program. Working under the supervision of the Vice President of Student Affairs, the Coordinator will determine each year’s program schedule and activities, update the staff and student manual as needed, and incorporate input from camp counselors, the camp facilitator, and feedback from the previous year’s participants.

During the program, the Leadership Coordinator will maintain the schedule and oversee camp facilitators, train all camp staff, and determine staff assistance needed to perform tasks, while monitoring for quality control. This is a part-time position limited to 28 hours per CMC’s workweek (Saturday through Friday).

Prerequisites for Position (Qualifications Standards)

Education and experience sufficient to meet the rigors of the position. Examples may include a bachelor’s degree and three years of related work experience in Education, Outdoor Studies, Experiential Education, or a related field, and three years of experience in program leadership with supervisory experience. An associate degree with five years of related work experience, or a High School/GED with seven years of relevant experience may substitute for a degree in a related field.

Prior graduation from a youth leadership program is required; graduation from the CMC First Ascent Youth Leadership Program is preferred.

Special skills or abilities:
Knowledge of running a leadership camp that inspires leadership skills and appreciation of the outdoors for staff and students; turning experiences into learning; providing feedback; working directly with counselors and campers to ensure an enjoyable experience for all; ability to perform vigorous physical activity in all weather conditions at high altitude (10,000–14,000 ft); ability to operate for several days with limited rest during the program.

Welcoming, innovative, and focused on student success. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to working effectively with students, employees, and community members of all backgrounds. Bilingual (English/Spanish) or conversational language abilities are preferred.

The hiring pay rate is $38.95 per hour. Benefits include retirement contribution, annual and sick time, mental health resources, and tuition benefits. Colorado Mountain College uses a wage progression model that accounts for a candidate’s skill and experience. Although a hiring rate is listed, it will be set commensurate with the successful candidate’s qualifications and in compliance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.

Position anticipated to close on January 30, 2026 or until filled.

Essential Duties

Responsibilities include:

• Plan and deliver a one-week experiential leadership training program for young adults
• Review and update staff and student manuals electronically
• Hire and train staff for camp
• Serve as point of contact for parents and CMC staff during the week of camp
• Assist in coordination of marketing and camp promotions in conjunction with Marketing requirements
• Coordinate the selection of student applications and acceptance notification into the program
• Work with the Leadville campus to coordinate camper housing, food service, outdoor and classroom learning opportunities/activities
• Facilitate experiential learning in a variety of situations
• Coordinate staff activities and assign tasks and responsibilities
• Support and assist all aspects of the First Ascent program and participate in planning of the year’s programs
• Coordinate and conduct experiential learning facilitation effectively in various situations
• Coordinate staff activities/programs and identify and assign tasks and responsibilities
• Ensure the safety of staff and students during camp
• Coordinate and monitor duty coverage; provide supervision, guidance, and training to students as needed
• Provide basic intervention counseling and oversee code of conduct; intervene if campers’ behaviors become a distraction
• Participate in…