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

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

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/