First Ascent Youth Leadership Camp Coordinator

Job Description

Primary Responsibility:
The First Ascent Youth Leadership Coordinator is a seasonal temporary position needed one to two weeks a year, with potential for a few hours during the year. The Coordinator will plan and implement 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 specific activities – updating the staff and student manual as needed – based on input from camp counselors, the camp facilitator and feedback from previous year’s camp participants.

During the program, the Leadership Coordinator will maintain the schedule and oversee camp facilitators in their activities. This position will oversee training of all camp staff and determine the assistance of staff needed to assist in performing tasks, while monitoring for quality control.

• This is a part-time position limited to 28 hours per CMC’s workweek (Saturday through Friday).

Education and experience sufficient to meet the rigors of the position. Examples include a bachelor’s degree and three years of related work experience in Education, Outdoor Studies, Experiential Education, or a related field; 3 years of experience in program leadership with supervisory experience. An associate degree and five years related work experience, or a High School/GED and seven years relevant experience may substitute for a degree.

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 learning of leadership skills and appreciation of the outdoors for staff and students; turning experiences into learning, recognizing effective vs. ineffective methods; 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, focused on student success – these principles guide CMC. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to working effectively with students, employees, and community members of all backgrounds.

The hiring pay rate is $38.95 per hour. Benefits include retirement contribution, annual and sick time, mental health resources, and tuition benefit. CMC utilizes a wage‑progression compensation model that accounts for a candidate’s skill and experience. Although a hiring rate is listed, this will be set commensurately 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.

• Help 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.
• Point of contact for parents and CMC staff during the week of camp.
• Help coordinate marketing and camp promotions in conjunction with marketing requirements.
• Coordinate the selection of student applications and acceptance notification into program.
• Work with the Leadville campus to coordinate camper housing, food service, outdoor and classroom learning opportunities/activities.
• Conduct experiential learning facilitation in a variety of situations.
• Coordinate staff activities, identify and assign tasks and responsibilities.
• Support and assist all aspects of the First Ascent program, participate as able and appropriate in the planning of the year’s programs.
• Ensure the safety of staff and students during camp.
• Coordinate and monitor duty coverage; provide supervision, guidance, advice, and training to students as needed.
• Provide basic intervention counseling and oversee code of conduct; intervene if campers’ behaviors become a distraction to others.
• Participate in vigorous physical…