Mountain Bike Specialist

Girl Scouts of Utah•Provo, UT

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Mountain Bike Specialist is a seasonal staff member at Trefoil Ranch who supports Girl Scouts of Utah’s mission by modeling respect, integrity, and service, prioritizing camper well-being, and contributing to a collaborative camp culture. Working with the Program Coordinator, the specialist plans and leads safe, progressive mountain biking activities for campers, adapts instruction and routes to participants’ abilities and conditions, trains and supports staff, and maintains bikes and related equipment. The role also includes safety monitoring, incident documentation, emergency readiness, and required program reports. When not preparing for or leading biking activities, the specialist participates in general camp operations and programming, including housekeeping, camper check-in and check-out, camp-wide activities, meals, supervision, and staff training. Duties may change according to camp activities and operational or participant needs.

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
Hold or be willing to obtain Red Cross First Aid and CPR certifications and Wilderness First Aid certification.
Hold or be willing to obtain certifications for program areas on the property, such as High Ropes, Red Cross Waterfront Lifeguarding and First Aid, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, and Small Craft Safety, or equivalent certifications.
Possess or be willing to obtain Red Cross First Aid and CPR certifications or equivalent.
Have or be willing to obtain a Utah Food Handlers’ Permit.
Follow directions from Team Leaders, adhere to policies, and follow camp procedures.
Communicate effectively in interactive, two-way communication with campers ages 6–17, including giving clear verbal instructions, listening actively, and responding appropriately.
Communicate and engage effectively with groups of adults, including giving clear verbal instructions, listening actively, and responding appropriately to questions and feedback.
Observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce safety regulations, and apply appropriate behavior management techniques.
Respond appropriately in a crisis situation.
Complete council-required health forms and documentation for living and working in an outdoor camp setting.
Bend, move, lift, stock, and carry boxes, program materials, and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds.
Walk, stand, and work on feet for up to 12 to 14 hours a day, including walking upwards of 10,000 steps daily on uneven, unpaved, very steep terrain.
Be capable of living and working outdoors at elevations up to 6,500 feet.
Have visual and auditory ability to respond to environmental and other hazards related to summer camp activities.
Ride mountain bikes for extended periods on uneven, rugged, steep trails while maintaining balance, coordination, and control.
Maneuver, lift, and transport bicycles and equipment, including performing basic bicycle maintenance and repairs.

Nice To Haves

Professional Mountain Bike Instructor Association (PMBIA) or Bike Instructor Certification Program (BICP) certification.
Spanish-English bilingual communication skills.
Prior Girl Scout experience.

Responsibilities

Plan, develop, and facilitate safe, high-quality, progressive mountain biking programming with the Program Coordinator.
Lead age- and skill-appropriate mountain biking experiences and prepare program outlines and lesson plans that support skill progression and program goals.
Teach bike fit, braking, shifting, body positioning, trail etiquette, basic maintenance, and safe riding techniques.
Assess campers’ riding ability and readiness and adapt instruction, activities, and routes to individual and group needs.
Teach and enforce mountain biking safety rules and procedures; train and support staff assisting with biking programs.
Coordinate appropriate staffing and supervision with the Program Coordinator.
Conduct pre-ride safety checks and ensure bicycles are adjusted appropriately for riders.
Lead campers on Trefoil Ranch trails and approved off-site riding areas; plan routes around camper ability, trail conditions, weather, and program progression.
Teach basic bicycle care and maintenance, including pre-ride checks and on-trail skills.
Maintain, inventory, clean, and properly store bicycles, helmets, protective equipment, tools, and program supplies.
Perform basic bicycle maintenance and repairs and report larger repair or replacement needs to the Camp Director.
Complete required maintenance, equipment inspection, safety inspection, and program logs; document required inspections.
Teach and monitor proper equipment use, storage, and care; maintain stocked first aid and emergency supplies for biking activities.
Implement applicable Girl Scouts of the USA, American Camp Association, partner, and regulatory standards and guidelines.
Promptly report and document accidents, incidents, near misses, equipment concerns, and safety issues.
Monitor weather, environmental and trail conditions, participant readiness, and other factors affecting safety; follow emergency action and communication procedures during off-site rides.
Complete weekly and end-of-season mountain biking reports.
Participate in general camp programming and operations when not leading or preparing for mountain biking, including housekeeping, sanitation, supply and equipment care, camper check-in and check-out, camp-wide programs, meals, supervision, and cleanup.
Attend and actively participate in staff training, including required Wilderness First Responder training, and end-of-season camp closing.
Perform additional duties as assigned and represent Girl Scouts of Utah positively and professionally.
Collaborate with staff, volunteers, families, and community partners; model Girl Scout values and prioritize meaningful, safe, and inclusive camper experiences.