Adventure Camp Mountain Bike Leader: Summer 2026, $14+/hour

Adventure Camp Staff Expectations
Adventure Camp staff are more than camper supervisors—they’re mentors, role models, and inclusive leaders. Every team member helps create a community where each camper’s story is worth knowing, where they feel supported, and where they’re encouraged to explore with confidence and curiosity. Staff set the tone for belonging by modeling kindness, creativity, and steady leadership—whether guiding high-energy adventures, facilitating quiet reflection, or leading group discussions.

Working at Adventure Camp means joining a collaborative, joyful team where your story matters too. Each day offers opportunities to grow, lead, and make a meaningful impact on the lives of campers and fellow staff.

Principal Function: The Adventure Camp Mountain Bike Specialist is responsible for creating a safe, engaging, and inclusive environment for campers participating in mountain biking and pedal cart activities. This role oversees all course activities, ensures equipment is maintained and secure, and models safety, respect, and positive behavior. The specialist fosters campers’ confidence, teamwork, and sense of belonging. This position supports campers of all abilities, responds to safety or medical needs, and upholds the Adventure Camp Belonging Framework in every interaction.

• Summer Camp Mountain Bike Specialist, 40hrs/week, May 18-Aug 2, $14.00+/hr

Schedule and Hours:

• Standard hours are Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
• Pre-season staff training: May 18–22, 2026
• Camp dates: May 26–August 4, 2026.
• Camp Clean-up Day:  Sunday, August 2, 2026
• Position requires attendance during staff training week and availability for at least eight of the ten weeks of camp.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Implement the approved weekly program schedule for assigned campers, providing support for campers with special needs in compliance with ADA requirements.
• Supervise campers during mountain bike and pedal cart activities, ensuring safe riding practices and adherence to safety guidelines.
• Maintain, inspect, and secure all mountain bikes, pedal carts, and related equipment daily; perform both preventative and reactive maintenance as needed.
• Keep an accurate inventory of bikes, pedal carts, and repairs; notify the Camp Director when maintenance or repairs are needed.
• Coordinate track and surrounding area maintenance with the Camp Director to ensure safe and enjoyable riding conditions.
• Educate campers and counselors on proper safety precautions and procedures for all biking activities.
• Assist with general camp operations, including camper drop-off and pick-up, daily setup and takedown, rainy day programming, and other support activities as needed.
• Maintain camp facilities, equipment, and personal first aid kit, reporting supply needs to the Camp Director.
• Communicate professionally and courteously with campers’ parents/guardians as needed.
• Respond appropriately to medical or emergency situations involving campers and staff.
• Participate in pre-season staff training and support end-of-season clean-up.
• Perform general Camp Counselor duties as needed to ensure smooth operation of camp programs.

Education and/or Experience:

• Must be at least 18 years old and a high school graduate.
• High school diploma or GED is required; some college coursework is preferred.
• Experience working with children or youth in a camp, school, or recreational setting is required.
• Basic experience with