Vermont Recreation, Adventure, Conservation and Tourism Jobs Directory
Employment Opportunities connecting you with the great outdoors.

Very few job listings are coming in to our office but as businesses start to recover, we'll be posting them here.

In Vermont, Outdoor Recreation Generates...$2.5 BILLION in consumer spending, 34K direct Vermont jobs, $753 MILLION in wages and salaries, $176 MILLION in state and local tax revenue.

Seasonal Job Opportunities

Jobs at Zoar Outdoor

Green Mountain Club Internships

Bolton Valley Resort

Northern Forest Canoe Trail

Vermont Youth Conservation Corps

Jay Peak Resort

Killington Ski Resort

Kroka Expeditions

Mount Snow

Okemo Mountain Resort

Burke Mountain Resort

Smugglers' Notch Resort

Stowe Mountain Resort

Stratton Mountain Resort

Sugarbush Resort

Vermont Recreation & Parks Association

Vermont State Parks

11/24/2020
VOREC Program Manager: Job Announcement
The Vermont Department of Forests, Parks and Recreation is recruiting for a professional level position to act as program manager and principal staff to the Vermont Outdoor Recreation Economic Collaborative (VOREC), an initiative established by executive order of the Governor to foster economic contributions from the outdoor recreation sector in Vermont.  Duties are performed under the supervision and general direction of the FPR Commissioner with shared responsibilities with the Agency of Commerce and Community Development (ACCD).
The successful candidate will, among other qualifications, have considerable knowledge of and experience with outdoor recreation businesses and the outdoor industry as well as public outdoor recreation planning and management. View the full job specifications at https://humanresources.vermont.gov/classification-position-management/classification/job-specifications?code=071470.


11/11/2020
Northeast Kingdom Collaborative is hiring an Executive Director.
We are now seeking an expert facilitator with a passion for the NEK to spark positive change in our region as Executive Director. The new Director will build an inclusive, common vision for the NEK, connect projects to resources, support collaboration between partners, and maintain a strong and stable organization. We are accepting applications now until January 15 and we need your help finding our next leader! The NEKC is an equal opportunity employer--we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for employees. Check out the full job description on our website. https://www.nekcollaborative.org/careers


11/11/2020
Collegiate Outdoor Education job opportunities in Vermont
Craftsbury Common, Vermont (two positions; full-time)
Sterling College seeks two candidates who can support further growth in experiential and outdoor education within the major and the curriculum as a whole. The experience and expertise of these new faculty could include: educational pedagogy, urban-based outdoor education, expeditionary skills, therapeutic or adaptive recreation, public teaching licensure, nature-based mentoring, wilderness medicine instruction, business management and program administration, and outdoor technical skills. https://sterlingcollege.edu/more/employment/


11/6/2020
Kroka Expeditions is seeking highly motivated trip leaders to join our unique farm-based expedition school. Kroka faculty design and execute wilderness and farm-based programs with life-changing impacts. Our staff live and work in a tight knit, mutually dependent community, and we practice what we teach. We see ourselves as visionaries, risk-takers, and role models. Now accepting applications for 6 month contracts running from April - October, 2021. https://kroka.org/about/hiring/wilderness-leader/

11/5/20
The Vermont Mountain Bike Association (VMBA) Seeks Executive Director
Competitive candidates will bring nonprofit leadership experience and the skills, attributes, and energy necessary to inspire statewide collaboration towards preserving the root character of Vermont riding, particularly the people that make it so special. The Association is unique – the best candidates will clearly express their ability to steward a collective vision among a wide scope of stakeholders. https://vmba.org/ed_job/

10/30/2020
YMCA Camp Abnaki Seeks Full Time Associate Camp Director
This administrative position includes full benefits and participation in the Y retirement program. They are a vital part of overseeing camp operations. The primary responsibilities of this position are hiring, staff training, supporting select seasonal leaders, and rental groups. Candidates should have overnight camp leadership experience. Our rental seasons run during May, June, September and October. At capacity camp employs 75 staff with 172 campers for 8 weeks during the summer. https://www.facebook.com/job_opening/1007486106414400/

10/21/2020
Green Mountain and Finger Lakes National Forests are Hiring
The vacancy announcements for the Centralized Temporary Hiring positions in the Eastern Region opened for application on 10/16/20 and will close at midnight on 10/27/2020. The announcements are for the following positions at the GS 4 and 5 level on multiple forests throughout the Eastern Region:
0462 Forestry Technician in recreation, trails, timber & silviculture
0404 Biological Science Technician in wildlife, fisheries, botany & NNIP
0303 Customer Service Representatives
These positions are posted on the USAJobs website at https://www.usajobs.gov/

10/20/2020
North Country Rivers is accepting applications for our 2021 Whitewater Guide Training. 
Guide Training will begin on May 21, 2020 and finish on May,31, 2020. This includes pre-training orientation, on-river training, classroom training, CPR, First Aid, written examination and licensing. After training and licensing, you will be eligible to work as a Registered Maine Whitewater Guide for North Country Rivers.  Contact North Country Rivers (1-800-348-8871) to register for our 2021 Maine Whitewater Guide Training.  North Country Rivers 2021 Guide Training: https://www.northcountryrivers.com/maine-rafting-guide-training-course.htm

THE DEPARTMENT OF FISH AND WILDLIFE IS HIRING FOR A FULL-TIME GAME WARDEN POSITION.
Applicants meeting minimum qualifications will be scheduled for a day of testing on November 7th. This will consist of two exams administered jointly by the Vermont Department of Fish and Wildlife and the Vermont Police Academy. Each test is approximately 1.5 hours long. They are multiple-choice exams administered in two phases. The first phase, which covers materials relevant to math, writing skills and reading comprehension, will be administered by Vermont Police Academy Staff. There is a $30 (thirty) fee for this exam. Please bring cash or personal check to cover the cost of the exam. Credit/debit cards will not be accepted. If you would like more information about this position, please contact: justin.stedman@vermont.gov

9/30/2020
Vermont Adaptive Ski & Sports is searching for great winter interns!
Spread the word to anyone who might be interested. And read on to hear about Aiden's experience at Sugarbush Resort last winter with Felicia, Norm, Andrew, Misha and the rest of the Vermont Adaptive crew. Killington, VT. https://www.facebook.com/job_opening/2758352111108528/9/30/2020

9/23/2020
Green Mountain Club is hiring!
The GMC is currently hiring for two positions within its Membership, Development & Communications Department: Communications Manager & Communications Coordinator. Both will be accepting applications until end of day on October 20th. https://www.greenmountainclub.org/about/employment-opportunities/

8/6/2020
The Green Mountain and Finger Lakes National Forests Seeks 2 District Recreation Program Managers

The Green Mountain and Finger Lakes National Forests is outreaching for two District Recreation Program Manager, GS 0401/0101/0807 – 09/11 permanent, full time positions to oversee and manage fast-paced and innovative recreation, trails and wilderness programs on the Rochester & Middlebury Ranger District and the Manchester Ranger District. We anticipate these positions to be announced and open for application in late August or early September 2020. Please request a form by contacting  Christopher.mattrick@usda.gov as soon as possible if interested.

Both are busy Ranger Districts located in central and southern Vermont respectively. We have a hard working, fun-loving staffs that manage a diverse range of programs including recreation, trails, wilderness, watershed, fisheries, wildlife, fire, botany, timber and silviculture. The Recreation Program Manager serves as a member of the District Leadership Team and supervises three permanent staff per district, seasonal employees, and numerous youth conservation crews annually. Both Districts are on the leading edge of many national recreation and wilderness issues and work to be ahead of the curve in our recreation planning and management efforts. The Recreation Program Managers are the key district position interfacing with numerous partners and collaborators to accomplish the recreation program of work and seek funding to accomplish mutually beneficial projects across landownership boundaries. More information on the position and the location are provided in the attached outreach notice.


8/1/2020
Now Hiring: Sustainable Forestry Interns
    
The NorthWoods Stewardship Center is hiring three Sustainable Forestry Interns for a 6-week fall season. Interns will gain experience while working with Forest Stewardship staff on forestry, conservation, habitat management, and landowner outreach projects. https://www.northwoodscenter.org/wordpress/now-hiring-sustainable-forestry-interns/


7/31/2020
Job Title: Green Mountain Club Development Assistant

This half-time position (approximately 20 hours per week) is responsible for providing administrative support to the Green Mountain Club’s Development and Membership Department. Core responsibilities include entering donations into the database, providing donor acknowledgements, completing outgoing donor mailings, and preparing grant application materials. https://www.greenmountainclub.org/about/employment-opportunities/


7/30/2020
Seeking live in, full time employee

I am the marketing manager for Hanover Adventure Tours, a new tour company and hostel located in Norwich, Vermont on the Connecticut River. We have a job opening for a live in, full time employee that it looking to grow with our company and have an adventure too. We offer multiple options to explore the Upper Valley including electric bike rentals, sales, tours, bus tours, tubing and more.
Jayne Trailer
Marketing Manager & Tour Designer
Jayne@HanoverAdventureTours.com
954.909.8321
HanoverAdventureTours.com


7/27/2020
Forestry Technician - Timber Stand Improvement, GS 6/7/8, Green Mountain  National Forest, Rochester Ranger District

A great opportunity on the Rochester Ranger District of the Green Mountain National Forest in Rochester, VT. We are outreaching for a 0462-06/07/08 Forestry Technician (Timber Stand Improvement) position. This is a permanent full-time position.

The timber and silviculture programs on the Green Mountain National Forest are expanding and we are in need of a good hand to help take us to the next level. The Green Mountain NF grows some of the finest northern hardwoods in the country. The forests are complex, the terrain is variable and the scenery is magnificent regardless of the season. Our staff is talented, hard-working, and fun-loving. It is a great place to live and work.

Please send replies to me at christopher.mattrick@usda.gov.

7/16/2020
R&L Archery Job Openings
Barre, VT
We are in the market for a few good people to help fill in our sales force. A love of the outdoors is a must! Applicants must be friendly and willing to learn. No matter how much you hunt or fish, there is always more to know. Basic knowledge of hunting, fishing and archery is a strong plus, but we are willing to train the right applicant. Full and part time positions available, salary commensurate with knowledge and experience. Evening and weekend shifts will be required. https://www.facebook.com/job_opening/270266557405173/

6/16/2020
A great opportunity on the Rochester Ranger District of the Green Mountain National Forest in Rochester, VT. We are outreaching for a 0462-06/07 Forestry Technician (Timber Sale Prep) position. This is a permanent full-time position.

The timber and silviculture programs on the Green Mountain National Forest are expanding and we are in need of a good hand to help take us to the next level. The Green Mountain NF grows some of the finest northern hardwoods in the country. The forests are complex, the terrain is variable and the scenery is magnificent regardless of the season. Our staff is talented, hard-working, and fun-loving. It is a great place to live and work.

More information is provided in the attached outreach notice. Take a look! Please respond with a completed outreach notice and a copy of your resume. Please send replies to me at christopher.mattrick@usda.gov. The position will be filled using an open and continuous vacancy announcement. This announcement is expected to be posted in early July.


6/12/2020
Umiak Outfitters is looking for qualified drivers for our river shuttle and boat drop programs. We are looking for people passionate about kayaking, canoeing, and stand up paddleboarding who want to get ACA (American Canoe Association) certified. River trips run 7 days a week with custom program boat drop-offs throughout the summer. If you are looking for a great job experience with enjoyment and perks, Umiak should be atop your list.

Requirements:
-Must have a clean driving record
-Paddling experience in Kayaks, Canoes, or Stand Up Paddle Boards
-Must have or obtain American Canoe Association Certification
-We will train and help you get your ACA certification
-Must have or obtain CPR and First Aid or better medical certification

Benefits:
-Outdoor industry pro deals and in-store discounts
-We will help you get your ACA certification
-Personal use of our boat fleet
https://www.facebook.com/UmiakOutfitters/


6/11/2020
Umiak Outfitters is looking for an enthusiastic, part-time or full-time, sales associate to help sell and buy outdoor paddling gear and accessories. All candidates should be upbeat, outgoing, and passionate about the outdoors. Canoe, kayak, and standup paddle experience would be helpful but not required. This is a seasonal, part-time or full-time position, with year-round potential. The salary will be based on experience. Umiak Outfitters is an equal opportunity employer. https://www.umiak.com/

Email resume and cover letter to: retail@umiak.com, Attn: Retail Manager.
Or mail to Retail Manager, Umiak Outdoor Outfitters, 849 South Main Street, Stowe, VT 05672


5/20/2020
Quimby Country is seeking a few final and important hires for the season ahead.
Breakfast Chef- From July 6- August 22. This cook works with Quimby’s head chef to create a daily/weekly menu. Breakfast is served buffet style. Shift is 5 days a week, roughly 33 hours.
Housekeeping- Full and part time positions available. Important weekend shifts to fill. July 14 through August 25.
For more information please contact Lilly Devlin at lilly@quimbycountry.com or please call 802-822-5533. https://quimbycountry.com/


5/18/2020
Vermont State Parks Now Hiring All Positions 2020 Season

5/13/2020
North Country Rivers is accepting applications for our 2020 Whitewater Guide Training.
Our scheduled May guide training has been postponed, we do expect to be training in June, just waiting for the OK from the state of Maine.
North Country Rivers 2020 Guide Training:
https://www.northcountryrivers.com/maine-rafting-guide-training-course.htm

5/12/2020
Openings for Shuttle Driver / Kayak, Canoe, and SUP Instructor/Guide
Umiak Outfitters is looking for qualified drivers for our river shuttle and boat drop programs. We are looking for people passionate about kayaking, canoeing, and stand up paddleboarding who want to get ACA (American Canoe Association) certified. River trips run 7 days a week with custom program boat drop-offs throughout the summer. If you are looking for a great job experience with enjoyment and perks, Umiak should be atop your list. https://www.facebook.com/job_opening/2396646217234013/

Lake Outpost Boat Rental Staff
https://www.facebook.com/job_opening/2017320555242401/

4/21/20
Kroka Expeditions is Hiring
With so many folks out of work right now, we feel fortunate to be able to offer employment - and we will be filling several positions in the upcoming months! Join our team and work with us! Details at: https://www.kroka.org/hiring/