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The Adaptive Sports Center is seeking a Development Manager to help the organization continue to grow and thrive. Work for a local non-profit that provides therapeutic adventure-based programming for people with disabilities, their friends and family members. Join a fast-paced, professional team in a state-of-the-art facility in the Crested Butte Mountain Resort base area. The ASC has been rated Outside Magazine’s 50 Best Places to Work many times.

The Development Manager works closely with the Development Director in the planning and execution of the annual Development Plan for the Adaptive Sports Center, raising approximately $4,000,000. The DM plays a key role in the success of the Development Team and helps manage all aspects of development for the organization.

This position is year-round exempt. Starting salary range is $54,400 to $62,500 depending on experience, plus a competitive benefits package including 401(k), Paid Time Off and Holidays, Health Insurance Reimbursement, Season Pass, Ski/Equipment Locker, and Professional Licenses/Certification Reimbursements. Estimated annual starting benefit value of an additional $13,200.

Desired start date is November 4, 2024, or until the position is filled.

To apply, submit a letter of interest, resume, and three references to Allison Butcher, Development Director at allison@adaptivesports.org. Subject Line: “Development Manager Application.” Please no phone calls.

The Adaptive Sports Center is an inclusive organization and an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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LOGISTICS COORDINATOR

The Adaptive Sports Center is seeking a Logistics Coordinator to help the organization continue to grow and thrive. Work for a local non-profit that provides therapeutic adventure-based programming for people with disabilities, their friends and family members. Join a fast-paced, professional team in a state-of-the-art facility in the Crested Butte Mountain Resort base area.

The Logistics Coordinator assists the Logistics Manager with coordinating many responsibilities, including but not limited to supervision for seasonal interns, handles various travel and logistical details in all aspects of Visiting Group and Open Enrollment Camps, and works closely with the daily operations staff. In addition, the Logistics Coordinator occasionally leads or assists with adaptive field-based activities. This position has numerous front-line and interactive responsibilities with industry partners, staff, volunteers, and participants and must represent all mission-based aspects of the ASC exceptionally well. This position requires sound planning skills, problem-solving, teamwork, diligent attention to detail, creativity, and the ability to work through fluid variables that are inherent in working with our visiting participant base and group travel. A CTRS is preferred but not required.

This is a 12-month year-round and non-exempt position. Compensation is based on experience with the starting salary range $46,000 - $51,000, an hourly equivalent of $22.14 - $24.52, plus a competitive benefits package including 401(k), Paid Time Off and Holidays, Health Insurance Reimbursement, Season Pass, Ski/Equipment Locker, Professional Licenses/Certification Reimbursements. The estimated annual benefit value of an additional $12,135.

The desired start date is December 15, 2024, or until the position is filled. To apply, submit a letter of interest, resume, and references to Chris Read, Program Director, at cread@adaptivesports.org and Richard Paylor, Logistics Manager, at richard@adaptivesports.org. Subject Line: “Logistics Coordinator”. Please, no phone calls.

The Adaptive Sports Center is an inclusive organization and an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Winter Adaptive Instructor Positions

The ASC is currently fully hired for the winter, however, if you’d like to submit an application for us to hold on file for the 24-25 season please do.

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The ASC is seeking qualified adaptive instructors to facilitate exceptional adaptive sport and recreation activities. Experience in recreational therapy, outdoor education, or other related human service fields is preferred. The winter program includes, but is not limited to, alpine skiing, snowboarding, and cross country skiing. The summer program includes, but is not limited to rock climbing, flatwater activities, hiking, mountain biking, rafting, and camping. Instructors seek innovative methods and teaching techniques that facilitate a therapeutic experience for each participant.

ASC Instructors are professional outdoor leaders that exude confidence and work to provide outstanding guest-service. The instructors’ interaction with the participant(s) strongly defines the participant(s) experience and instructors are key facilitators in the program’s mission. Instructors must be able use creative problem-solving to ensure safety, comfort and appropriate progression toward participant goals. Flexibility and teamwork are paramount to working at the ASC. Instructors should be adept at working either independently or in a group setting. Instructors need to be enthusiastic, genuine and well-organized; and use both social and technical outdoor skills to facilitate a successful lesson.

ASC instructors should be able to view their role as an educator, facilitator and guide who works to profoundly influence participant lives through empowerment and self-efficacy.

Winter 2024-2025: Returning applications are due August 15, 2024. New applicants should apply as soon as possible with a deadline of September 15, 2024.

Summer 2025: The summer hiring process will begin February 15, 2025. New applicants should apply as soon as possible with a deadline of March 15, 2025.

Pay ranges from $21-$30/hour based on experience. Benefits for full time seasonal staff include: