Ropes Course Director

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.

• 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.

• 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.

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