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The Pennsylvania State University

Act as site manager for programs at Stone Valley Recreation Area * Meet with Facilitator team to go ... Level 1 or 2 Challenge Course Practitioner Certification (Preferred) * Attention to detail ...

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How much do challenge course manager jobs pay per year?

As of May 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for challenge course manager in the United States is $104,575.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $114,000.00 and $116,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Challenge Course Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Challenge Course Manager, you need expertise in outdoor education, risk management, and facilitation, often supported by certifications such as ACCT Level II or Challenge Course Manager credentials. Familiarity with course inspection tools, safety systems, and incident reporting software is typically required. Strong leadership, clear communication, and problem-solving skills help you effectively supervise staff and ensure participant safety. These skills are crucial for maintaining a safe, engaging environment and delivering high-quality experiences for clients.

What are some common challenges a Challenge Course Manager faces when ensuring participant safety during high-adventure activities?

A Challenge Course Manager often encounters the challenge of maintaining rigorous safety standards while facilitating engaging experiences for participants. This includes regularly inspecting equipment, training staff on emergency procedures, and adapting to changing weather or group dynamics. Balancing risk management with participant enjoyment requires strong attention to detail, excellent communication, and the ability to make quick decisions under pressure. Collaboration with facilitators, maintenance teams, and sometimes outside inspectors is essential to uphold safety and program quality.

What does a Challenge Course Manager do?

A Challenge Course Manager oversees the operation, safety, and maintenance of challenge courses, which are outdoor or indoor facilities designed for team-building and personal development activities. They are responsible for managing staff, ensuring compliance with safety standards, training facilitators, and coordinating group events. Additionally, they may inspect equipment, develop programs, and interact with clients to ensure a positive and safe experience for all participants.

What is the difference between Challenge Course Manager vs Challenge Course Coordinator?

AspectChallenge Course ManagerChallenge Course Coordinator
CertificationsCPR, First Aid, Challenge Course CertificationCPR, First Aid, Challenge Course Certification
Work EnvironmentOversees multiple courses, manages staff, ensures safety protocolsAssists in course setup, supervises participants, supports safety procedures
ResponsibilitiesProgram management, staff training, safety complianceParticipant supervision, assisting with activities, safety monitoring

The Challenge Course Manager typically holds more responsibilities, including staff management and program oversight, while the Challenge Course Coordinator focuses on participant supervision and supporting course activities. Both roles require similar certifications and work in the same environment, but the Manager has a broader scope of duties.

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Challenge Course Facilitator

Tawonga Jewish Community Corp

Groveland, CA • On-site

$4.51K/yr

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

Challenge Course Facilitator


Salary & Dates: $4510, more based on certifications. Dates for this position are May 31 – August 8.


Job Description: Facilitate all-day team building activities for bunks of 12 campers. Focus on community building and allowing campers to overcome challenges in a physically and emotionally safe environment. Low and high rope elements are included in our programing. Training provided. Should expect to navigate over 4-8 miles of uneven terrain to different program areas around camp daily, spend most of the day outside, and lift up to 40 lbs of gear. Live in cabin with other staff. Excellent leadership and facilitation skills required; prior ropes course facilitation experience preferred, and rock climbing or belaying experience useful.


Job Responsibilities and Qualities

  • Department Area Skill

    • Lead one bunk each day through a full day of team building activities, low and high elements on the Camp Tawonga Challenge Course.

    • Set up and take down the course daily and maintain equipment to ensure safety.

    • Attend nightly meetings with counselors to review bunk goals, their role, and belay skills.

    • Facilitate activities catered towards sharing, listening, safe risk-taking, reflection and fun.

    • Check in with your co-facilitator(s) each day.

  • Teamwork

    • Friendly, proactive and constant communication with your team.

  • Working in a small group with the same people for weeks at a time, supporting newer facilitators rotating into a challenge course role.

  • Sharing the desirable and less desirable work, while having a good attitude.

  • Initiative and Responsibility

  • Being on time and prepared.

  • Going above and beyond. When one task is done, seeking out the next.

  • Working with youth

  • Kids of all ages, all genders.

  • Planning fun and age-appropriate activities and adapting on the fly, as needed.

  • Occasional bunk coverage instead of or in support of counselors.

  • Camp Community

  • Support camp community outside of naturalist role, including Shmira (night-time camper support and supervision) and Ruach Ride (riding the bus with campers to/from the bay on their arrival to/departure from camp)

  • Safety

  • Always being aware of the potential hazards. Safety comes first at ALL times.

  • Proactive risk management and emotional safety awareness.


Qualifications

  • Experience with challenge courses and/or climbing (belaying, simple course maintenance) and associated equipment required.

  • Experience with group games, team building, and environmental education are preferred.

  • Be able to lift up to 50 lbs.


Day in the Life

8:00AM – Breakfast, be on time and ready to start the day

8:20AM – Facilitate lunch making for kids going on the course

8:45AM – Set-up challenge course

9:30AM – Team initiatives and low elements

12:30PM – Lunch (morning debrief, afternoon tasks, and break)

1:30PM – Safety talk, high elements

4:00PM – Clean up/break down course, then break

6:00PM – Dinner, meet with counselors, prepare for the next day

7:30PM – 9:30PM – Off (sometimes you will have Shmira - supporting camper bunks as needed while campers sleep - and/or other duties)