Ropes Course Director
YMCA of the Rockies-Camp Chief OurayJob Details
Job Description
- Lead. Belay. Inspire.
Ready to take leadership to new heights? Join YMCA of the Rockies at Snow Mountain Ranch as our next Ropes Director and shape unforgettable summer adventures at Camp Chief Ouray.
This isn’t just a ropes job — it’s your chance to lead a dynamic team, design impactful challenge course experiences, and help campers build confidence, courage, and character at 8,700 feet in the Rockies.
What You’ll Do
- Lead and supervise the entire Ropes Program — staff, facilities, equipment, and daily operations
- Train and mentor ropes staff to deliver safe, high-quality programming
- Oversee low and high ropes activities in compliance with ACA, YMCA, and Colorado Child Care Licensing standards
Partner with camp leadership to integrate ropes into the full camp experience
- Ensure challenge course areas are safe, maintained, and adventure-ready
Serve as a key administrator and support overnight camp operations
You’ll be the go-to leader for all challenge course activities — setting the tone for safety, excellence, and growth.
What We’re Looking For 21+ years old with youth camp experience
Proven supervisory and leadership skills
CPR/First Aid certified (or willing to obtain)
ACCT Level 1 or 2 Facilitator certification (YMCA approved vendor)
Strong organizational and communication skills
Passion for mentoring staff and helping campers thrive
Bonus if you’re bilingual (English/Spanish) and able to operate YMCA vehicles.
Why This Role Matters At YMCA of the Rockies, we put Christian principles into practice — building healthy spirit, mind, and body for all. As Ropes Director, you’ll help campers overcome fears, strengthen teamwork, and discover resilience they didn’t know they had.
You’ll work outdoors, hike mountain terrain, lift gear, manage equipment, and lead from the front — all while creating life-changing summer moments.
If you’re ready to build leaders, create safe adventure, and leave a lasting impact from the treetops to the trail…
Apply today and take camp to new heights.
