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At Miraval, we embrace individuality, forge authentic connections, and offer creative opportunities. We live what we teach and provide tangible examples of how the power of mindfulness can profoundly transform people’s lives.

Our culture is rooted in the notion of balance. A balanced center grounds us. Its harmony inspires us. Balance is more than not falling, or obtaining equal parts of something. It is a process that is organic, evolving, and perpetually moving toward equilibrium.

SUMMARY

The primary goal of and Outdoor Adventure Guide is to facilitate safe, meaningful and fun outdoor experiences. The guide should be competent in leading hikes ranging in difficulty and distance, guiding and instructing mountain bike rides and classes, facilitating high and low ropes challenge course activities, slacklining, as well as archery.

Essential Functions:

· Lead hikes of 3-12 miles with elevation gains ranging from 200-3000ft while carrying a 35 lbs. pack.

· Lead mountain bike rides for 2hrs covering distances from 2-15 miles over varying levels of technical terrain.

· Teach basic mountain biking skills.

· Facilitate high ropes challenge course experiences for 2-6 hours per day. Including long periods of time standing while belaying and facilitating. Must be comfortable climbing telephone poles and being at heights of 25-50 feet.

· Instruct Archery activity with a focus on mindfulness and breathwork

· Safely fit guests with harnesses and helmets.

· Knowledgably conduct inspections of all safety equipment. Including ropes, harnesses, helmets, hardware and challenge course structures

· In all activities (especially challenge course) being willing and able to interact with guests on an emotional level.

· In all activities having risk management as number one priority

Qualifications:

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must have an interest in and knowledge about the natural world, including the Sonoran desert, or a curiosity to learn about our natural habitat. This person must have strong interpersonal skills, strong customer service skills, strong group management skills, and strong critical thinking and problem solving skills. They also need to have the ability to be flexible in regard to scheduling and daily duties. Personal interest in outdoor adventure pursuits, including extensive hiking experience, mountain biking experience, archery experience and a knowledge of rope systems.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Previous professional/educational experience as an Outdoor Adventure guide or educator. First Aid and CPR certification. ACCT training preferred as well as preferred Wilderness First Aid (WFA) or Wilderness First Responder (WFR) certifications.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

Hyatt is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Primary Location: US-AZ-Tucson

Organization: Miraval Arizona Resort and Spa

Pay Basis: Hourly

Job Level: Full-time

Job: Golf and Recreation

Req ID: TUC001803

Hyatt is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status or any other group protected by law.