The A3 Pro Employment List is compiled to help employers and professional avalanche workers connect. Positions posted must be closely related to the field of snow and avalanches.
*All employment postings are listed in alphabetical order. Scroll to the bottom to make sure you don’t miss an opportunity!
To submit an employment listing, email a3@avalanche.org with the your position formated as follows: Employer name, position title, location, position type (e.g. seasonal or year-round, full-time or part-time), salary/wage (can be starting amount or a range), closing date for applications, hiring contact info and/or how to apply, and a brief position description (about a paragraph; can link to a PDF or website with more information). Listings will be removed after the closing date or after three months.
Alyeska Resort
POSITION: Ski Patroller
LOCATION: Girdwood, Alaska
POSITION TYPE: Full Time, Winter Seasonal
COMPENSATION: $21-$27/hour DOE
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Alyeska Resort is seeking strong, motivated ski patrollers to join our team in the Chugach Mountains of Southcentral Alaska. Alyeska operates in steep, complex mountain terrain with an active avalanche mitigation program, providing patrollers the opportunity to develop experience in avalanche hazard reduction, snow and weather observations, avalanche rescue, emergency medical response, lift evacuation, rope rescue, accident investigation, and mountain operations.
Candidates must be expert skiers capable of skiing confidently in steep and variable terrain and challenging weather and visibility conditions. A current OEC or Alaska EMT-1 certification or higher is required. Previous professional ski patrol and avalanche mitigation experience is preferred but not required; Avalanche Pro 1 is highly valued and required for placement at Patrol Level II and above. We are looking for dependable, team-oriented professionals who communicate well, use sound judgment, and want to continue developing their skills in a demanding big-mountain environment.
TO APPLY: Click here for more information and to apply. For questions about the position or Alyeska Ski Patrol, contact Cody Burns at codyb@alyeskaresort.com.
Date Posted: 8/24/26
Bear Valley Mountain Resort
POSITION: Assistant Patrol Director
LOCATION: Bear Valley, CA
POSITION TYPE: Full Time, Winter Seasonal
COMPENSATION: $28-$32/hour
CLOSING DATE: September 30, 2026
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Bear Valley Mountain Resort is part of the Cali Pass family of mountain destinations, known for its diverse terrain, challenging avalanche program, and close-knit patrol team. As an Advanced Ski Patroller, you'll play a critical role in mountain operations, providing emergency medical response, leading avalanche mitigation efforts, managing mountain hazards, and helping maintain a safe operating environment for guests and staff.
We're seeking experienced professionals with expert skiing ability, sound judgment, and advanced technical skills in areas such as avalanche mitigation, emergency medicine, technical rescue, or mountain operations. If you're looking to apply your expertise in a hands-on environment where your skills make a direct impact, we encourage you to review the full job description and apply.
TO APPLY: Click here for more information and to apply. For questions, contact Patrick Kammani at skipatrol@bearvalley.com.
Date Posted: 8/6/26
Bear Valley Mountain Resort
POSITION: Snow Safety Coordinator
LOCATION: Bear Valley, CA
POSITION TYPE: Full Time, Winter Seasonal
COMPENSATION: $23-$28/hour
CLOSING DATE: September 30, 2026
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Bear Valley Mountain Resort is part of the Cali Pass family of mountain destinations, known for its diverse terrain, challenging avalanche program, and close-knit patrol team. As the Snow Safety Coordinator, you'll play a key leadership role in mountain operations, working alongside Ski Patrol leadership to oversee snow safety programs, monitor weather and snowpack conditions, coordinate avalanche forecasting and mitigation, and support operational decision-making.
We're seeking an experienced ski patrol professional with a strong background in Class A avalanche mitigation, expert skiing ability, and the leadership skills to train and mentor fellow patrollers while maintaining the highest standards of mountain safety. If you're ready to apply your expertise in a hands-on environment where your knowledge and judgment have a direct impact, we encourage you to review the full job description and apply.
TO APPLY: Click here for more information and to apply. For questions, contact Patrick Kammani at skipatrol@bearvalley.com.
Date Posted: 8/6/26
Crested Butte Ski Patrol
POSITION: Patrol Snow Safety Manager
LOCATION: Crested Butte, CO
POSITION TYPE: Full Time, Year Round
COMPENSATION: $80,000-$95,000 + bonus/year DOE
CLOSING DATE: September 1, 2026 or when filled
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
The Patrol Snow Safety Manager will be responsible for overseeing the avalanche hazard mitigation program for Crested Butte Mountain Resort and supporting management of the Ski Patrol as a whole.
They are responsible for delegating and carrying out the necessary avalanche control procedures to ensure the safety of our employees and guests in avalanche terrain. They ensure complete compliance with federal and state agencies regarding explosives licensing, permitting, purchase, storage, handling, documentation, and training. They will stay current with industry standards/updates and guide the future growth of the Snow Safety program at Crested Butte. They can make major operational decisions as needed in the absence of the Ski Patrol Director.
TO APPLY: Click here for more information and to apply. For questions, contact Adam at adam.caira@vailresorts.com.
Date Posted: 6/4/26
Dynamic Avalanche Consulting Ltd.
POSITION: Avalanche Technician
LOCATION: Salt Lake Valley
POSITION TYPE: Full Time, Seasonal
COMPENSATION: Expected seasonal earnings $45,000 - $52,000
CLOSING DATE: September 15, 2026
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
We are seeking a Lead Avalanche Technician to provide avalanche forecasting and field support for our avalanche safety operations at a work site in the Salt Lake area of Utah. This is a seasonal, full-time position from mid-November, 2026 to April 30, 2027. Exact start and end dates and weekly hours may vary depending on project needs.
This position requires the worker to be based in the Salt Lake Valley. Local travel mileage will be compensated.
The Lead Avalanche Technician will report directly to Dynamic’s Regional Operations Manager. The work is varied, challenging, and rewarding. This is an ideal role for someone who is highly motivated, works well independently and is accustomed or willing to work on industrial projects.
TO APPLY: Click here for more information and to apply. Please submit your application and inquiries to: info@dynamicavalanche.com.
Date Posted: 9/2/26
Eastern Sierra Avalanche Center
POSITION: Avalanche Forecaster
LOCATION: Eastern Sierra, CA
POSITION TYPE: Full Time, Seasonal
COMPENSATION: $28-$36/hour DOE
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Eastern Sierra Avalanche Center (ESAC) is seeking an Avalanche Forecaster for a seasonal position for the 2026-2027 winter season. ESAC forecaster positions work both independently and with other ESAC staff to collect and analyze field, snow, and weather data to provide public avalanche advisories for backcountry winter users in the ESAC forecast area. Additional work may include events, education, fundraising, and community outreach tasks. This is a full-time seasonal position that will start in November and run through April. Pay $28.00- $36.00, depending on experience. Work will be conducted from a home office and in the field within the ESAC forecast area but may require attendance at events in the ESAC Forecast Region.
Click here for a full job description.
TO APPLY: Submit a resume and cover letter to office@esavalanche.org.
Date Posted: 8/6/26
Eastern Sierra Avalanche Center
POSITION: Director of Operations
LOCATION: Eastern Sierra, CA
POSITION TYPE: Full Time, Year Round
COMPENSATION: $70,000-90,000/year DOE
CLOSING DATE: September 8, 2026
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Eastern Sierra Avalanche Center (ESAC) is seeking a Director of Operations. The primary purpose of the Director of Operations position is to lead the ESAC forecasting operations, including direct supervision of all forecasting staff, oversee all aspects of field and office work, and to assist with forecasting duties by collecting and analyzing snow, weather and field data to provide public avalanche advisories for backcountry winter users in the ESAC forecast area. Additional work may include events, education, fundraising, and community outreach tasks. This is a full-time year-round position that will start in September or October. Work will be conducted from a home office and in the field within the ESAC forecast area but may require attendance at events in the ESAC Forecast Region.
Click here for a full job description.
TO APPLY: Submit a resume and cover letter to office@esavalanche.org.
Date Posted: 8/28/26
Hilltop Ski Area
POSITION: Ski Patrol Director
LOCATION: Anchorage, AK
POSITION TYPE: Full Time, Year Round
COMPENSATION: $25-$29/hour DOE
CLOSING DATE: Closed when filled
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Hilltop Ski Area is seeking an experienced Ski Patrol Director to lead all aspects of the Ski and Bike Patrol program. This position oversees patrol operations, emergency medical response, staff training, lift evacuation, rope rescue, mountain safety, risk management, and guest service while fostering a positive and professional team culture. The Ski Patrol Director works closely with mountain leadership to develop safety programs, improve operational efficiency, and ensure a safe and memorable experience for guests and employees at Anchorage’s community ski area.
TO APPLY: Visit the Hilltop Ski Area career page to view the complete job description and submit your application: Click here
For questions, contact James Geist at jgeist@hilltopskiarea.org.
Date Posted: 7/20/26
Irwin Backcountry Guides LLC
POSITION: Snow Safety Manager
LOCATION: Crested Butte, CO
POSITION TYPE: Full Time, Seasonal
COMPENSATION: $6,000/month
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Irwin Backcountry Guides is seeking an experienced Snow Safety Manager to lead avalanche mitigation and snow safety operations in Crested Butte, Colorado. This role is responsible for developing and executing snow safety programs, monitoring weather and snowpack conditions, managing hazard mitigation activities, and helping ensure the safety of guests, staff, and operations in mountain environments. The ideal candidate has strong avalanche knowledge, leadership experience, sound judgment, and the ability to perform in dynamic winter conditions. This is a full-time, seasonal position offering a salary of $6,000 per month. The Winter season runs mid-November through mid-April.
TO APPLY: Click here for more information and to apply.
For questions, email jobs@elevenexperience.com.
Date Posted: 7/23/26
Mammoth Mountain
POSITION: Assistant Director, Ski Patrol Operations
LOCATION: Mammoth Lakes, CA
POSITION TYPE: Full Time, Year-Round
COMPENSATION: $95,649.29-$102,186.97/year DOE
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Under the direction of the Ski Patrol Director the Assistant Director, Operations, oversees the daily operations of Ski Patrol. Works closely with the Patrol Director, VP of Mountain Operations, and the Patrol leadership team to set operational objectives. Manages staff, facilitates training, and provides mentorship, coaching, and correcting.
TO APPLY: Click here for more information and to apply.
For questions, contact Lindsey at Lthayer@mammothresorts.com
Date Posted: 7/28/26
Mammoth Mountain
POSITION: Assistant Director, Snow Safety
LOCATION: Mammoth Lakes, CA
POSITION TYPE: Full Time, Year-Round
COMPENSATION: $95,649.29-$102,186.97/year DOE
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Collect and analyze weather and snowpack data to support avalanche forecast products at Mammoth Resorts. Collaborate with Ski Patrol Leadership and Mountain Operations to make avalanche risk management decisions for avalanche workers and ski area operations at Mammoth Mountain. Provide guidance, policy, oversight and training for the avalanche forecasting team at June Mountain. Provide avalanche safety training to Mammoth Resorts. Mentor and assist front line Patrol staff with daily duties when appropriate.
TO APPLY: Click here for more information and to apply.
For questions, contact Lindsey at Lthayer@mammothresorts.com
Date Posted: 7/28/26
Mammoth Mountain
POSITION: Avalanche Forecasting Manager
LOCATION: Mammoth Lakes, CA
POSITION TYPE: Full Time, Seasonal
COMPENSATION: $85,489.17-$90,916.88/year DOE
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Working under the direction of the Assistant Director Snow safety, collect and analyze weather and snowpack data to support avalanche forecast products at Mammoth Mountain Ski Area. Collaborate with Assistant Director Snow Safety and Ski Patrol Leadership to make avalanche risk management decisions for avalanche workers and ski area operations at Mammoth. Provide avalanche safety training to the Mammoth Mountain Ski Patrol under the direction of the Assistant Director, Snow Safety. Mentor and assist front line Patrol staff with daily duties when appropriate.
TO APPLY: Click here for more information and to apply.
For questions, contact Lindsey at Lthayer@mammothresorts.com
Date Posted: 7/23/26
Mammoth Mountain
POSITION: Director, Risk & Safety
LOCATION: Mammoth Lakes, CA
POSITION TYPE: Full Time, Year Round
COMPENSATION: $95,649.29 - $102,186.97/year DOE
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
The Risk & Safety Director is responsible for the strategic leadership, development, implementation, oversight, and continuous improvement of the resort's safety, risk management, and compliance programs. This role ensures the safety of employees and guests while ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The Director oversees the intake, investigation, documentation, and resolution of guest incidents, complaints, and claims related to safety, injury, property damage, and liability exposure. Responsibilities include the administration, General Liability, Auto Liability, and Property claims, as well as related reporting, recordkeeping, and risk mitigation activities This position has a dotted line to, and works closely with, the VP of Human Resources related to employee safety and wellness programs, including partnering with HR on workers compensation.
TO APPLY: Click here for more information and to apply.
For questions, contact Lindsey at Lthayer@mammothresorts.com
Date Posted: 8/17/26
Mammoth Mountain
POSITION: Director, Ski Patrol
LOCATION: Mammoth Lakes, CA
POSITION TYPE: Full Time, Year-Round
COMPENSATION: $123,932.02 - $133,655.84/year DOE
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
The Ski Patrol Director oversees all functions of the Ski Patrol department including but not limited to avalanche mitigation, avalanche forecasting, medical response, hill safety, on hill risk management, accident investigation, special event coverage, hiring and training, and budget preparation. Develops and implements policies and procedures. Works closely with the VP of Mountain Operations and the patrol leadership group to set operational objectives.
TO APPLY: Click here for more information and to apply.
For questions, contact Lindsey at Lthayer@mammothresorts.com
Date Posted: 7/28/26
Palisades Tahoe Resort
POSITION: Avalanche Office Supervisor
LOCATION: Olympic Valley, CA
POSITION TYPE: Full Time, Seasonal
COMPENSATION: $32.25-$45.15/hour DOE
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
The Avalanche Office Supervisor leads and coordinates Avalanche Office operations to support consistent avalanche forecasting and mitigation activities. This role ensures clear communication with patrol staff, maintains accurate daily and seasonal records, promotes accountability within the forecasting team, and works closely with forecasters, patrol leadership, and training staff to support safe and effective mountain operations.
TO APPLY: Click here for more information and to apply. For questions, contact the Adam Werth at Adam.Werth@palisadestahoe.com.
Date Posted: 7/20/26
Silver Mountain Resort
POSITION: Snow Safety Technician
LOCATION: Kellogg, ID
POSITION TYPE: Full Time, Year Round
COMPENSATION: $18+/hr DOE
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Snow safety technicians are responsible for writing daily avalanche forecasts, recording snow and weather observations, and implementing mitigation strategies. They are responsible for training patrollers in organized/companion avalanche rescue and assisting with avalanche dog training exercises.
TO APPLY: Click here for more information and to apply. For questions, contact Drew Mahan at drewm@silvermt.com.
Date Posted: 8/28/26
Silver Mountain Resort
POSITION: Ski Patroller
LOCATION: Kellogg, ID
POSITION TYPE: Full Time, Seasonal/Year Round
COMPENSATION: $17+/hr DOE
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Ski Patrol is a team-oriented department responsible for risk management, emergency response, and customer service on the mountain. Patrollers report to the Patrol Director. Housing and benefits available for full-time patrollers. Start date is 11/2/26.
TO APPLY: Click here for more information and to apply. For questions, contact Chris Mamola, chrism@silvermt.com.
Date Posted: 9/1/26
Solitude Mountain Resort Ski Patrol
POSITION: Patrol Manager
LOCATION: Solitude, UT
POSITION TYPE: Full Time, Year Round
COMPENSATION: $70,000/year, negotiable DOE
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Join the Solitude Ski Patrol leadership team in Utah’s Big Cottonwood Canyon, operating in expert avalanche terrain and the dynamic Wasatch snowpack conditions that make Utah snow legendary worldwide. Work where you can spend your mornings in serious avalanche terrain and still be just 20–25 minutes from the culture, food, music, climbing, biking, and energy of Salt Lake City, whether you choose to live in the canyon or down in the valley.
This full-time, year-round position plays a critical role in overseeing daily ski patrol and bike patrol operations, emergency response readiness, avalanche mitigation support, training coordination, staffing, mountain safety initiatives, and strategic operational leadership across all seasons. Our Patrol Manager helps lead up to 45 winter patrollers and approximately 20 summer bike patrol employees while fostering a professional, accountable, safety-focused, and guest-service-oriented culture in alignment with our core values.
We are looking for highly experienced patrol leader who communicates well, remains calm under pressure, skis at an expert level, and enjoys developing people, systems, and operational excellence. Experience in patrol supervision, avalanche mitigation, emergency response, mountain operations, training, and risk management is strongly preferred. The position works closely with the Director of Patrol and Avalanche Mitigation Manager and combines field leadership, operational coordination, and administrative responsibilities across year-round mountain operations.
If you are curious about the role or want to talk through whether Solitude might be a good fit for you, we welcome the conversation and encourage you to reach out.
TO APPLY: Click here for more information and to apply. For questions, contact the Director of Patrol at J.Allen@solitudemountain.com.
Date Posted: 6/4/26
Valdez Heli Ski Guides
POSITION: Avalanche Forecaster/Heli-Ski Guide
LOCATION: Valdez, Alaska
POSITION TYPE: Seasonal, (Mid-February to end of April)
COMPENSATION: $2,000-$3,000/per week, per season DOE
CLOSING DATE: Closed when filled
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
We are extending a formal job offer for the combined role of Avalanche Forecaster & Heli-Ski Guide at Valdez Heli Ski Guides. Your blend of technical forecasting expertise and high-level guiding skills makes you an ideal fit for our team. In this role, you will work directly with the Operations Manager and Lead Guide to ensure the highest standards of safety and guest experience in the Chugach Mountains.
Click here for more information.
TO APPLY: Contact Jed Workman, General Manager, Valdez Heli Ski Guides at jed@vhsg.com.
Date Posted: 8/6/26
Wallowa Avalanche Center
POSITION: Avalanche Forecaster/Educator
LOCATION: Baker, Union, and Wallowa County, Oregon. The Wallowa Avalanche Center forecast area covers the Blues, Elkhorn, and Wallowa Mountain Ranges.
POSITION TYPE: Seasonal, Full Time (Early November through Early April)
COMPENSATION: $25-$30/hour DOE
CLOSING DATE: Closed when filled
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
The Wallowa Avalanche Center is hiring one Avalanche Forecaster/Educator to join our team. This position will work both in the field and office settings to independently issue Avalanche Forecasts spanning four zones. Secondly, this role includes avalanche awareness and education, both indoors and outdoors, as well as trailhead outreach. Click here for more information.
TO APPLY: Interested applicants should submit an application package that includes the following:
A cover letter indicating why the applicant wants to join the WAC team and explains how the applicant’s experience meets the qualifications of the position.
A resume/CV that highlights relevant professional experience.
Email a complete application package to victor@wallowaavalanchecenter.org. Please include “WAC Forecaster” in the subject line of the email.
We will begin to review applications in mid-July and conduct interviews on a rolling basis. The job will remain open until filled.
Date Posted: 6/10/26
Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT)
POSITION: Avalanche Forecast & Control Technician (Intern)
LOCATION: Stevens Pass, WA - North Central Region
POSITION TYPE: Full Time, Seasonal
COMPENSATION: $24.14 – $32.43/hour DOE
CLOSING DATE: August 30, 2026
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is seeking an Avalanche Forecast & Control Technician in the Stevens Pass Area. This is a rare opportunity to launch your career in one of the most unique and challenging environments in transportation. As part of our avalanche control team, you’ll gain specialized, hands-on experience helping manage snow and avalanche hazards and keeping one of Washington’s vital mountain routes open and safe for the traveling public and communities that depend on it.
TO APPLY: Click here for more information and to apply. For questions, contact the assigned Recruiter at amanda.strebeck@wsdot.wa.gov.
Date Posted: 8/20/26