Hiring will be based upon experience in related work situations, living experiences, and personal interest. We believe strongly in the “team” concept and the ability of applicants to work and live well with others in our remote setting. Individuals will be selected for an interview through a screening process. Job offers will be made in the spring for summer employment and Mid-July for fall employment.
Office position crew members also work part-time as Challenge Course Facilitators. These positions require good communication and customer service skills. Applicants must have basic computer skills utilizing the Microsoft Office Suite, the ability to answer the phone, take messages, direct calls, interact with the public, and support Mountain Campus administrative staff. Positions require excellent attention to detail and the use of discretion. Office staff needs to be flexible yet able to follow set work policies and procedures and must be motivated and able to exhibit a friendly customer service attitude under stress. Office staff are expected to handle credit card payments and facilitate purchases of retail items. Office staff assist with Mountain Campus communications by producing the Fall Mountain Gazette, monitoring our weather reporting, and changing the daily photo display. Additionally, office staff help create a sense of community for staff by planning and hosting staff events such as our end of the season celebrations, game nights, etc.
On the challenge course, facilitators work with a wide variety of groups leading team building initiatives, and low and high element experiences. Strong interpersonal abilities, time management, problem-solving, attention to details and safety, sound decision-making and technical skills are essential for the position. Experience with rope systems, climbing gear, belaying, group management, and public speaking are preferred. The ability to work independently and cooperatively is critical.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Will be 18 years of age upon or before the first day of employment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Working knowledge of Mircosoft Office Suite (ex. Word, excel).
- Strong customer service skills.
- Previous or comparable experience in ropes systems and group management.
- Comfortability with public speaking.
The office lead supports the Mountain Campus Administrative Staff. They serve as the lead office crew member (responsible for all office duties listed in the office staff position). They also are charged with creating special projects, assist with training of new staff, store inventory/sales reporting and other duties as assigned. This position will be asked to support academic and conference/event operations including checking in guests, answering guest questions, and providing campus orientations. Applicants should be self-sufficient, able to manage multiple tasks, flexible, reliable, and have excellent customer service and interpersonal skills. They should be able to exercise discretion and sound judgement. This position is full season – students enrolled in fall classes are not eligible.
On the challenge course, facilitators work with a wide variety of groups leading team building initiatives, and low and high element experiences. Strong interpersonal abilities, time management, problem-solving, attention to details and safety, sound decision-making and technical skills are essential for the position. Experience with rope systems, climbing gear, belaying, group management, and public speaking are preferred. The ability to work independently and cooperatively is critical.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Will be 18 years of age upon or before the first day of employment.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (ex. Word, excel).
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong customer service skills.
- Previous or comparable experience in ropes systems and group management.
- Comfortability with public speaking.
- Understanding of Mountain Campus operations and Eco Experience structure.
A dining services employee will need to be highly motivated, have a strong sense of customer service, adhere to safety and sanitation policies, be detail-oriented, follow simple recipes, provide assistance to Lead Cooks, stock food lines, and work while standing in a busy environment with direct supervision. Responsibilities also include food preparation, food service (including limited catering set up, service and clean up), dishwashing, and cleaning and sanitizing the dining center. This position will need to assure foods that are served always meet the highest standards of quality and appearance. The hours will vary between the morning shift and evening shift. This is a 40-hour/week position with 2 days off per week.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Will be 18 years of age upon or before the first day of employment.
- Staff must be able to lift and move objects up to 40 lbs.
- Demonstrated ability to work as a team collaborative team member
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior food service experience.
Housekeepers take charge of cleaning the guest facilities and bathrooms including making beds and preparing comfortable guest spaces, setting up furniture and audio-visual equipment in meeting rooms, and transporting furniture, equipment, and supplies to various locations. Additional guest services, such as beverage station set up, stocking, and clean up, may be required. Staff must be able to lift and move objects up to 40 lbs., drive the housekeeping vehicle safely, learn the safe use of cleaning products, prioritize job duties, work within deadlines, and maintain a high degree of self-motivation.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Will be 18 years of age upon or before the first day of employment.
- Staff must be able to lift and move objects up to 40 lbs.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Valid Driver’s License.
- Prior custodial experience
Operations and Grounds crew members also work part-time as Challenge Course Facilitators. The primary duties include supporting various campus functions such as the Challenge Course, Housekeeping, Dining, and Office. Additionally, the crew performs groundskeeping duties in the developed area, including trails maintenance, landscaping, tree felling, wood processing, fence building, road maintenance, moving supplies and furniture, painting, and facilities maintenance as needed. In addition to these responsibilities, the Operations and Grounds Crew also oversee the maintenance of 1590 acres of undeveloped land. This includes fire mitigation, forest thinning, ground clearing, tree felling, making slash piles, and trails maintenance in the undeveloped areas of the campus. The crew may be called upon by Facilities staff to assist with maintenance work orders and are flexible in supporting the needs of the campus as required.
Crew members are expected to be self-motivated, use common sense, and safely operate tools and equipment. The role involves moderate to heavy lifting and requires the ability to work in all weather conditions. The diverse and essential responsibilities of the Operations and Grounds Crew ensure that the campus remains well-maintained and operational across all areas.
On the challenge course, facilitators work with a wide variety of groups leading team building initiatives, and low and high element experiences. Strong interpersonal abilities, time management, problem-solving, attention to details and safety, sound decision-making and technical skills are essential for the position. Experience with rope systems, climbing gear, belaying, group management, and public speaking are preferred. The ability to work independently and cooperatively is critical.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Will be 18 years of age upon or before the first day of employment.
- Must have the ability for moderate to heavy lifting and work in all weather conditions.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous or comparable experience.
- Valid Driver’s License.
- Experience operating typical grounds maintenance equipment and tools: Mowers, trimmers, edgers, various hand tools.
- Previous or comparable experience in ropes systems and group management.
- Comfortability with public speaking.
The Challenge Course Coordinator is responsible for daily operations of the Mountain Campus challenge ropes course, which includes five in-line high elements, five low elements dispersed in the forested area at the ropes course site, two equipment sheds, an outhouse, and a group gathering structure.
The position serves as a co-trainer and mentor for seasonal staff who will facilitate groups on the ropes course and collaborates with the Assistant Director of Events to develop and adjust weekly schedules and deliver appropriate services. The position carries out communications necessary for soliciting new group bookings, planning for group needs, completing booking to billing process for all day trip groups, and scheduling, mentoring, co-evaluating, and coaching the facilitator staff to meet the demands on the course. They will serve as a facilitator and should exhibit qualities listed below. Grounds work in the challenge course area may also be necessary. A high level of individual motivation, risk awareness, and organization is required for this role.
On the challenge course, facilitators work with a wide variety of groups leading team building initiatives, and low and high element experiences. Strong interpersonal abilities, time management, problem-solving, attention to details and safety, sound decision-making and technical skills are essential for the position. Experience with rope systems, climbing gear, belaying, group management, and public speaking are preferred. The ability to work independently and cooperatively is critical.
This position is full season – students enrolled in fall classes are not eligible. The Challenge Course Coordinator typically works 32-40 hours per week while in season and may occasionally offer support in event management and office coverage.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Will be 18 years of age upon or before the first day of employment.
- Previous or comparable experience working on a challenge ropes course.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Current Wilderness First Aid or Wilderness First Responder certification.
- Comfortability with public speaking and group management.
- Experience with risk management and safety practices.
Eco-Experience is an environmental education program offered to mainly 5th graders (though some schools attend with middle school participants). These positions (8) provide class instruction and daily oversight for the program, lead campfire and evening activities, assist with mealtime such as helping clear trays, serve food, and monitor behavior, help coordinate logistics with teachers, facilitate ropes course and adventure components, and guide day hikes. A strong passion for outdoor activities and environmental education and previous experience working with youth in the outdoors is strongly recommended. If you would like to learn more about the position prior to applying, contact Susan Brown (susan.brown@colostate.edu).
Minimum Qualifications:
- Will be 18 years of age upon or before the first day of employment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working with children in an outdoor or educational setting.
- Current Wilderness First Aid or Wilderness First Responder certification.
- Previous or comparable experience in ropes systems and group management.
Under management from CSU Health Network Medical Services, the Medical Clinic at the CSU Mountain Campus provides onsite acute first aid and pre-hospital care to patients for minor injuries and illnesses on a walk-in basis. The Medical Clinic has designated clinic hours and 24-hour nursing assistance for students and guests with acute and emergent concerns. Access to after-hours mental health professionals ensures the support of students and guests with behavioral health concerns. This position assists in the delivery of safe healthcare to university students, staff, and guests.
This position is a temporary, full-time Registered Nurse that will live and work at the Mountain Campus Medical Clinic for 22 weeks (approximately 5/15/26 – 10/16/26). This position reports directly to the Nurse Manager of Specialty Services at the CSU Health Network Fort Collins campus and will work in close collaboration with the CSU Mountain Campus Leadership Team to carry out the essential job duties.
This position will remain open until filled. For full consideration, complete applications must be received by 12:00 AM Mountain Time on Monday, March 16, 2025. For a full position description, and instructions on how to apply, see: https://csusystem.wd12.myworkdayjobs.com/fortcollins_careers/job/Fort-Collins-CO/Registered-Nurse—CSU-Mountain-Campus—5-15-26–10-16-26-_R2026102647
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Under management from CSU Health Network Medical Services, the Medical Clinic at the CSU Mountain Campus provides onsite acute first aid and pre-hospital care to patients for minor injuries and illnesses on a walk-in basis. The Medical Clinic has designated clinic hours and 24-hour medical assistance for students and guests with acute and emergent concerns. Access to after-hours mental health professionals ensures the support of students and guests with behavioral health concerns. This position assists in the delivery of safe healthcare to university students, staff, and guests.
This position is a temporary, PRN Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) that will work at the CSU Mountain Campus Medical Clinic for 22 weeks (5/15/26– 10/16/26), approximately 20 hours per week. The salary is $23.78 / per hour. This position reports directly to the Nurse Manager of Specialty Services at the CSU Health Network Fort Collins campus and will work in close collaboration with the CSU Mountain Campus Leadership Team to carry out the Essential Job Duties.
This position will remain open until filled. For full consideration, complete applications must be received by 12:00 AM Mountain Time on Monday, March 16, 2025. For a full position description, and instructions on how to apply see: https://csusystem.wd12.myworkdayjobs.com/fortcollins_careers/job/Mountain-Campus/PRN-Emergency-Medical-Technician–EMT—-CSU-Mountain-Campus–5-15-26–10-16-26-_R2026102951-1.