Seasonal Via Ferrata Ranger

Job Description Title:Seasonal Via Ferrata Ranger Department:Parks and Recreation Division:Operations Compensation :$20.67 / Hr The Ouray Via Ferrata is looking for qualified individuals to join the ranger team this summer.The seasonal position will run from May 1-October 31.Full time and part time shifts are available.The schedule can be flexible, but the job will require working weekends and holidays.The hourly pay rate is very competitive.Prior ranger experience, first aid training, rope access or guide training is preferred.Works under the general supervision of the Parks and Recreation Director.Responsible for ensuring that patrons have the appropriate climbing gear including, Lanyards, closed toe shoes, harness in the appropriate condition, resting carabiner, climbing helmet.The Via Ferrata Ranger is responsible for ensuring patrons are well prepared to utilize the Via Ferrata.The Ranger will be onsite 1 Hour prior to opening the Via Ferrata for the day to ensure a visual inspection has been performed and that the course has no visible obstructions.The Via Ferrata Ranger will greet patrons as they arrive, tallying the total attendance for both guide services and non guided patrons.Each guide service will be counted per operator to be able to compare the submitted guide fees at the end of the year.Attention to detail is paramount.Safety Responsibilities:The Via Ferrata ranger will first check every patron for the appropriate safety equipment and then go through the ranger safety checklist.These items include but are not limited to appropriate spacing between patrons, appropriate equipment, ensuring climbers are capable and sober.We must have patrons fill out a waiver and state their required data.The ranger will ensure this information is collected prior to any climbers entering the Via Ferrata.Appropriate equipment for climbers includes- A climbing helmet, Climbing Harness, an EN958 rated EAS Via Fettata tether, closed toe shoes, gloves and appropriate clothing.The Via Ferrata Ranger is responsible for cleaning the Via Ferrata restroom and notifying the facilities team when the necessary supplies are close to being depleted so they can be restocked by Park Operations.Via Ferrata rangers are responsible for quick relay of emergency information if an accident occurs.The Ranger is expected to contact the appropriate local authority or 911 if an emergency occurs.Additionally the Ranger will have to fill out an accident report describing the incident.During the emergency the ranger will close the route that has been impacted until the accident has been resolved and notify the Parks and Recreation Director.Weather:Weather can play a role in safe operation of the facility; it is the Via Ferrata Rangers responsibility to open or close the facility if lightning or other hazardous conditions exist.This closure is only for the public, guide services are responsible for making the decision to operate based on the level of capability their staff have and the conditions.During a closure the Ranger will close the gates and put up a weather closure sign so that closures can be made public prior to guest arrival.The Ranger will also email the closure list letting both guide services and our visitor center know we are closed and when we are open to the public again.Operating hours are 8:00am- 4:00pm Staff must be onsite to inspect and clean at 7:00am Monitors equipment and inventory needs; apprises pool management of needs.Training and inspections:Onboarding will be the primary training for the facility.There will also be several random inspections by staff to ensure best practices are being met and data collection is accurate.1.Education and Experience:A.Graduation from high school; AND B.Three (2) years' experience in mountaineering, climbing or similar positions OR C.An equivalent combination of education and experience.2.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Ability to hike for long stretches of time, lift 50 lbs, be predictable and reliable, and offer excellent customer service.3.Special Qualifications:Must be able to complete both the upstream and downstream Via ferrata route.Pay:$20.67 per hour Benefits:Flexible schedule Work Location:In person.