Mountain Bike Leader

**Company description**

Our vision at Nolan Riding is to continually help grow and build the developing mountain bike community on Vancouver Island. Through excellence in our teaching, positive role modeling both on and off the bike, and a passion for sharing the outdoors with people, we serve our community as exceptional ambassadors to the sport of mountain biking.

**Our Values**
- Work Ethic_: We value hard work both on and off the bike. Whether that is working with you to overcome those physical and mental obstacles on the trail or planning the best tours and lessons possible.
- Fun_: we believe in looking for joy and levity in life’s innumerable moments. Humour and laughter are incredibly powerful agents of joy, and should always be present while learning
- Learning_: everyone has a unique capacity for learning, whether you’re a visual, auditory, or kinesthetic learner, we strive to facilitate the learning process uniquely for each rider. And we aren’t lazy about our own learning, certifications, workshops, pedagogy, first aid, we are committed to lifelong learning in order to deliver the best programs we can.
- Community_: one of our primary goals is connecting people with the outdoors, and we bet you will make some friends during that process. Our regional MTB culture is simply awesome, there is something for everyone and we love being a part of it.

**Job description: Mountain Bike Coaching & Guiding - Vancouver Island**
- Work available from April to August
- Competitive wages
- Access to pro deals on gear & bikes
- Ongoing training & mentorship opportunities
- Part of a team of dedicated MTB professionals who are driven by a culture of performance, adventure, and fun

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**(1) Camp/Program Leader: MTB Instructor**

**Spring & Summer 2024**

**Times & locations vary**

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- Summary:_

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- Roles & Responsibilities:_
- Plans, facilitates and leads a variety of MTB: activities; games; lessons; rides.
- Ensures the enjoyment and safety of all participants by maintaining the program site, implementing safe practices and leading well organized activities.
- Uses creativity and ingenuity to develop a variety of activities, games, lessons, and ride routes.
- Reports on the results of planned activities, including any incidents, accidents or operational concerns.
- Conducts program planning, reviews participant feedback, evaluates program effectiveness and makes recommendations for improvement.
- Ensures camps and daily programs meet the general needs of participants, makes modifications and accommodates specific needs if possible.
- Provides direction and guidance to Assistant Instructors and Volunteers.
- Maintains an awareness of local community organizations: bike shops, riding clubs, racing opportunities, recreation programs and groups to support and connect participants to appropriate cycling resources.
- Responds to general public inquiries about Nolan Riding programs and camps.
- Performs first aid and remains calm in emergency situations.
- Participates in leadership training.
- Performs other related duties as required.

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- Qualifications:_
- Completion of Grade 10.
- PMBIA Level 1, PMBIA Level 2 preferred.
- Wilderness First Aid 40hr.
- NCCP or similar cycling specific training is ideal, but opportunities to complete courses prior to July may be considered.
- Emergency First Aid and CPR C.
- Minimum three months experience working with youth participants in a recreational or instructional setting (does not necessarily need to be cycling specific).
- Excellent technical skill sets: cycling and or mountain biking.
- Experience with minor mechanical repairs and ability to perform trail side bike repairs.
- Ability to be inclusive and flexible to ensure a positive environment is created for all participants.
- Demonstrated leadership abilities: socially and emotionally mature.
- Demonstrated customer service and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to maintain a high degree of enthusiasm and personal motivation.
- High degree of personal fitness and ability to ride all week with kids.
- Experience working with people with behavioral or cognitive differences is an asset.
- Satisfactory Police Information Check.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

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**(2) Program Leader: Cycling BC Hop-On Instructor**

**May — June**

**Weekly, Tuesday to Thursday**

**Roles, responsibilities & qualifications as seen above.**

**Please note**: For the Cycling BC job, no PMBIA certifications are required.

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Estimated Hours & Compensation
- Casual positions
- Contract positions
- Part-time positions
- Full-time positions
- Compensation: $20.00 - $27.00 depending on experience and qualifications

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Contract, Casual, Flexible

**Salary**: $20.00-$27.00 per hour

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**Looking to take your PMBIA Level 1 certificate this March/April?**

2 upcoming courses are available:
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We look forward to hearing from you

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**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-