Low ROPES Course Coordinator

About Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts:

At MCLA, we're here for all, and focused on each of our students. Classes are taught by educators who care deeply about teaching, and about seeing their students thrive on every level of their lives. In every way possible, the experience at MCLA is designed to elevate our students as individuals, leaders, and communicators, fully empowered to make their impressions on the world.

In addition to our 130-year commitment to public education, we have fortified our dedication to equitable academic excellence. MCLA has appeared on U.S. News & World Report's list of Top Ten Public Colleges for 11 consecutive years, earning the No. 6 spot on the list of Top Public Liberal Arts Schools in the nation for 2026. The College's focus on affordable education and economic prosperity is reflected in additional 2026 U.S. News rankings:
No. 6 for Top Performer on Social Mobility for liberal arts colleges in the state and No. 4 for Top Performer on Social Mobility for public liberal arts colleges in the country. These rankings measure how well schools graduate students who receive Federal Pell Grants. Learn more a.edu

• Instruct and lead groups safely through the course (training provided).
• Facilitate participant/group reflection (training provided).
• Design a system to recruit and train student course instructors.
• Design a system by which the course can be reserved, scheduled and accessed by MCLA student groups, classes, faculty, staff, etc.
• Research and advise on appropriate low ropes elements/activities, including any necessary materials.
• Research best practices regarding course safety, maintenance, and upkeep.
• Develop marketing materials, promote the program, and conduct outreach.

• Interested in program development and building a new initiative to serve MCLA students and the community at large.
• Passionate about high-impact experiences.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and research skills.
• Able to synthesize comprehensive program proposals
• Comfort and initiative when working with groups.
• Experience participating in and leading team‑building activities preferred, not required.
• Experience and comfort in outdoor leadership preferred, not required.

This position is only open to current MCLA students. Until further notice, in response to the Presidential proclamation, issued on September 19, 2025, imposing a significant fee on the entry of individuals with new H-1B visas, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. Should you need to request a reasonable accommodation for the application process, please email Brenda Stokes, Executive Director of Human Resources.

Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts is deeply committed to fostering a community of excellence, equity, diversity, and inclusion. We provide equal access to educational, co‑curricular and employment opportunities for all applicants, students, and employees regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital or parental status, veteran status, or membership in any other legally protected class.

Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any educational program or activity that they operate, which extends to admission and employment.

Inquiries about Title IX, Equal Opportunity, or ADA/504 and other non-discrimination policies may be directed to MCLA's Interim Title IX and Equal Opportunity Coordinator, to the Assistant Secretary of the Department of Education Office for Civil Rights, or both.

Lucas Morrill
Interim Title IX and EO Coordinator
375 Church Street, North Adams, MA 01247
Telephone:
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U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights
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