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Mission Statement:
As a company we strive to provide the best customer service, route setting, music, and cleanliness to
our customers on a daily basis. We treat all customer interactions as if we are serving our friends or
family. We accomplish this by hiring employee associates who care about climbing and our customers
and provide them with the training and motivation to give great customer service.

We are currently hiring (click for more info):

PROGRAMS COORDINATOR

YOGA INSTRUCTOR SUBSTITUTE

ELEVATE CLIMBING WALLS – CONSTRUCTION

PROGRAMS COORDINATOR

Vertical World has a longstanding legacy of producing the highest quality youth programs in the Region and has the reputation of being an industry leader in the category Nationwide. The Programs Coordinator (PC) plays a crucial role in working with the Director of Programs (DoP) to uphold these standards. The position helps oversee daily activities in programs and the troubleshooting of staffing challenges on various levels. It is the duty of the PC to lead by example and help our program staff members deliver the highest level of climbing instruction and professionalism to all youth climbers. The PC will uphold the exceptional legacy of the Vertical World youth climbing community.

The Programs Coordinator (PC), in conjunction with the Regional Director of Programs (DoP), is responsible for all things in relation to programs at a VW location. It is their duty to ensure the success, growth, and necessary upkeep of programs offered.

Location: Vertical World Seattle

Hours: 32-40 hrs per week

Reports to: Director of Programs

Compensation: $24 – $30 hourly

This job description is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, requirements, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, VW reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Program Management
    • Oversee registration and roster management
    • Oversee Programs billing processes
    • Report Program needs to appropriate departments and leadership
    • Work with DoP to create and review seasonal schedules
    • Analyze and report Program trends
    • Customer communications
    • Create and maintain Program resources and Program areas
  • Youth Program Staff Management
    • Lead YP instructional and leadership staff
    • Hiring new program staff with Gym Management
    • Administer Program staff trainings
    • Maintain and uphold all program processes and best practices
    • Schedule all Program staff
    • Modify and assist in necessary schedule conflicts
    • Work and cover Programs as needed
    • Shadow classes
    • Performance reviews with APC or Gym Management
    • Give constructive feedback
    • Corrective action with Gym Management
    • Keep Program staff informed and updated on all pertinent information
    • Collaborate with YP leadership on program resources needed and staff performance
  • Attend and present at front desk staff meetings
  • Collaborate in marketing needs and tactics
    • Proofread marketing and website materials
    • Contribute to monthly newsletters
  • Uphold all Vertical World’s general policies and practices
  • Work Front Desk and any other necessary duties
  • Any task assigned by Gym Management

Expectations/Values:

  • Uphold the highest possible standard of care and instruction
  • Have great enthusiasm for the job
  • Bring positivity to the work environment
  • Work collaboratively with all VW staff to achieve our goals
  • Show initiative to learn and adapt to situations to benefit VW and its climbers
  • Implement age-appropriate lessons plans for students
  • Plan for a balance of risk management, technical skill, and fun in each class
  • Always follow VW practices

Requirements:

  • Experience with Rock Gym Pro software or ability to quickly learn new software
  • Experience working with youth climbers and their families
  • Wide range of climbing skills knowledge
  • Must be able to work nights and weekends
  • Must be able to reliably commute to any VW location

Benefits:

  • Free VW membership
  • Pro Deal and industry discounts
  • Combined Sick/PTO
  • Company matching retirement plan
  • Health Insurance if full time (30+ hrs/ week)

To apply, please send resume and cover letter to: Mattie and KJ

YOGA INSTRUCTOR SUBSTITUTE

Vertical World Yoga instructors are integral to our facilities, enriching our dynamic atmosphere by fostering a symbiotic relationship between climbing and yoga, which offers a remarkable balance of movement, mobility, and strength. They cater to a wide range of climbers and yogis at every skill level, enhancing physical fitness and promoting mental well-being. This commitment ensures that Vertical World remains a welcoming space of vitality and health for all who walk through its doors.

Location: Vertical World Seattle
Reports: Manager/Yoga Coordinator
Hours: Part time per class, flexibility required

Compensation: $40 per class with students, $20 per class without students

This job description is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, requirements, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, VW reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed.

Responsibilities:

  • Be punctual; early is on time. Please arrive 5-10 mins early to clock in and set up your space
  • Take accurate notes of each class
  • Plan classes for a balance of safety, technical skill, and a wide range of abilities
  • Demonstrate the poses/techniques/modifications, etc.
  • Keeping to the “style” of the class expected by the students
  • Curate music for each class that fits the pace and vibe of the class (keeping words to a minimum)
  • Help to keep the yoga space neat and orderly e.g., wipe down props/return to their designated space
  • Dry mop before each class

Expectation/Values:

  • Uphold the highest possible standard of care and instruction
  • Have great enthusiasm for the job
  • Bring positivity to the work environment
  • Work collaboratively with all VW staff to achieve our goals
  • Show initiative to learn and adapt to situations to benefit VW and its climbers
  • Implement appropriate class structures that are abatable by any skill level
  • Get to know your students! Community is important!
  • Always follow VW practices

Teaching:

  • Follow VW policies, procedures, safety requirements, and enforce all yoga related gym policies
  • Provide a consistent and safe space for all to practice
  • Awareness of proper body mechanics to prevent injury
  • Offer verbal alignment and modification cues during a class. VW does not offer physical (hands-on) adjustments and/or modifications at our gym

Requirements: 

  • Have completed a 200-hr YTT
  • Physically capable of practicing what you teach
  • Must be able to stand for long periods of time
  • Complete onboarding
  • Able to dependably commute to work

Benefits:

  • Combined Sick/PTO
  • VW Membership (w/ class commitment)
  • Pro Deal and Industry Discounts
  • Matching retirement plan

To apply, please send resume and cover letter to: PJ

ELEVATE CLIMBING WALLS – CONSTRUCTION

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Vertical World is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Here at Vertical World, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. We pride ourselves in creating an inclusive and welcoming community in our facilities.