Job Posting

Outdoor Center Head of Ropes

Head of Ropes at Olympia Sports Camp

About Olympia Sports Camp

Olympia’s Outdoor Center serves a variety of clients from school groups to sports teams and corporate groups. We strive to provide a physical & emotionally safe environment so that participants are able to learn positive attitudes skills & social behavior. Olympia’s staff are expected to model values such as caring, cooperation, enthusiasm, integrity, self- leadership, commitment & teamwork.

Role Summary

This is a leadership role. The head of ropes is responsible for developing and delivering comprehensive staff training on all ropes facilitation, management, and essential soft skills. A critical component of the role is rope management, ensuring strict adherence to all OPASSE, OCA, and TSSA regulations through required aerial inspections, rigorous documentation, and overseeing equipment maintenance and storage. The role requires the ability to coordinate and manage rescue procedures while serving as the primary point of contact for staff safety concerns.

This job posting is for an existing vacancy.

Key Responsibilities

- Set an example of how to be an excellent Outdoor Education Instructor at Olympia
- Exemplify and uphold Olympia’s core values of safety, teamwork, and respect at all times




- Create a positive and uplifting environment for all staff
- Periodic inspections of all challenge course and ropes elements
- Staff Management
- Assist with initial and on-going staff training

Qualifications

Required:

- Current Standard First Aid with CPR-C
- Clean Police Record Check
- Ability to lead a team
- Ability to work long hours
- Experience working with youth in a camp setting
- ACCT Level 2 Certification or Hours to Obtain

Preferred:

- G Licence and a clean driving record
- Experience working at an outdoor education centre

What We Offer

- On Site housing
- The chance to make a real difference in the lives of youth.
- A supportive, welcoming, and fun team environment.
- Access to our incredible facilities, including sports fields, waterfront, and gymnasiums.
- Valuable professional development and leadership experience.

Contract Dates:

Start Date: April 19, 2027 (Training Week Begins)

At Olympia we do not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to screen, assess or select applicants for this position.

Commitment to Diversity

Olympia Sports Camp is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

📌 Outdoor Center Head of Ropes (Canada)
🏢 Ontario Camps Association
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