Overview

The Resident Rock Site Manager is a per diem position for the Outward Bound California (OBCA) High Sierra program during the summer season. The Resident Rock Site Manager works with the admin team to provide daily leadership, support and management of the technical based programming. Responsibilities include course supervision and ensuring quality training, programming, staff development, gear and equipment maintenance and development of OBCAs climbing elements. The Resident Rock Site Manager reports to the High Sierra Program Director

Compensation & Schedule:
Per diem rate is $162-222, depending on experience. Training rate is $136/day. Schedule will be set in advance of the season with approximately 16-22 days of work/month. 80% of the work will be facilitating climbing course. The other 20% will be administrative support as it pertains to our climbing program. This is an exempt, seasonal position, approximately 3.5 months. (tentatively scheduled April 24 – August 10) with option to return for Joshua Tree season (mid October – early April)

Benefits:
Room and board provided while on contract. We also offer Pro deals, enrollment in 401k after 1 year, Employee Assistance Program, 56 hours (7 days) of paid sick time, $500 professional development stipend

Location:
This position is located at our High Sierra program base in Midpines, California, in the Sierra Nevada foothills 30 miles east of Yosemite National Park. High summer temperatures are frequently 100+ degrees Fahrenheit. The basecamp has a main building with an office, program gear storage sheds, a commercial kitchen, and weatherport living quarters (durable fabric structures). Trips generally take place in off-the-beaten-path locations within Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks, Sierra National Forest, and Yosemite National Park.

Tagged as: Backcountry Skills, Climbing Skills, Instruction and Guiding, Mountaineering Skills, Teaching/Education

Qualifications:

Minimum technical certification of AMGA SPI. More advanced qualification preferred.
Current WFR, CPR, CA Epi certification
Have held a current United States Driver License for at least three years & maintain driving record in accordance with OBCA Driver Criteria

About Outward Bound California

At Outward Bound California (OBCA), we use challenging outdoor experiences to teach social-emotional skills like teamwork, leadership, and compassion. We offer a wide range of programs, including high/low ropes activities at our San Francisco Challenge Course and multi-day rock climbing/backpacking trips in the High Sierra and Joshua Tree. Our programs encourage our participants (ages 12+, including adults and veterans) to embrace challenges and reflect on how they want to contribute to their communities and the world.

We are a part of the Outward Bound USA network with a 60-year history in the US as a leading provider of outdoor education. OBCA is a non-profit and is committed to increasing access for those who have traditionally been excluded from outdoor spaces. We work towards this goal with our 40 community partners and by offering scholarships to more than half of our students.

Application Instructions

Please apply on our website