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
Colorado Avalanche Information Center (CAIC)
POSITION: Backcountry Avalanche Forecaster - Southern Mountains
LOCATION: Durango, CO
POSITION TYPE: Year-round, with full-time hours during the winter months and reduced hours during the rest of the year
COMPENSATION: $69,720–$83,664 annually; appointments are typically made at or near the range minimum
CLOSING DATE: September 25, 2026 at 5pm MT
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
The Colorado Avalanche Information Center is hiring a backcountry avalanche forecaster to support avalanche safety across southern Colorado, primarily in the greater San Juan and Sangre de Cristo mountain ranges south of US 50.
The position combines avalanche forecasting, field operations, snow and weather analysis, public-safety communication and education. Responsibilities include producing daily avalanche hazard assessments and forecasts, collecting field observations, supporting Colorado Department of Transportation avalanche forecasting, maintaining remote instrumentation and avalanche-control systems, and developing reports and educational materials.
Work is performed from a home office, CAIC offices, and in the field, with regular travel throughout Colorado. Applicants should have professional experience in avalanche forecasting, backcountry guiding, winter recreation, transportation or other winter field operations in avalanche terrain, or a related degree plus relevant experience. Residents and non-residents of Colorado may apply.
TO APPLY: Apply online through the State of Colorado job posting: Backcountry Avalanche Forecaster – Southern Mountains. For questions, contact Patrick Gerity, patrick.gerity@state.co.us.
Date Posted: 9/16/26
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
Grand Teton National Park
POSITION: Meteorological Technician
LOCATION: Moose, WY
POSITION TYPE: Full Time, Seasonal
COMPENSATION: $26.78/hour
CLOSING DATE: September 28, 2026
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
The National Park Service is hiring a Meteorological Technician with Grand Teton National Park in partnership with Bridger-Teton Avalanche Center.
TO APPLY: Click here for more information and to apply.
Date Posted: 9/14/26
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
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
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