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.
Arapahoe Basin Ski Area
POSITION: Ski Patrol Director
LOCATION: Dillon, CO
POSITION TYPE: Full Time, Year Round
COMPENSATION: $69,680-$108,160/year DOE
CLOSING DATE: August 15, 2026
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
The Ski Patrol Director will oversee all on-hill operations for the Arapahoe Basin Ski Patrol department which includes: snow safety, trail work, training, accident investigation, and emergency medical procedures and all summer operations.
The Ski Patrol Director will work closely with the VP of Mountain Operations, Ski Patrol Assistant Director, Snow Safety Director, and Ski Patrol Supervisors to help prioritize and ensure completion of all A-Basin Ski Patrol responsibilities.
TO APPLY: Click here for more information and to apply. For questions, contact Louis Skowyra at lskowyra@abasin.com.
Date Posted: 6/23/26
Aspen Snowmass
POSITION: Aspen Highlands Patrol Director
LOCATION: Aspen, CO
POSITION TYPE: Full Time, Winter Seasonal
COMPENSATION: $80,000-$95,000/year DOE
CLOSING DATE: August 7, 2026
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Aspen Snowmass is seeking an exceptional Ski Patrol Director to lead one of North America's most respected ski patrol teams at Aspen Highlands. Oversee mountain safety, emergency response, avalanche mitigation, and patrol operations while leading an experienced team on iconic terrain, including Highland Bowl. Help shape the future of this legendary patrol program and leave your mark on one of the industry's most iconic mountains.
TO APPLY: Click here for more information and to apply. For questions, contact Tanya Milelli at tmilelli@aspen.com.
Date Posted: 7/13/26
Breckenridge Ski Patrol
POSITION: Manager of Snow Safety
LOCATION: Breckenridge, CO
POSITION TYPE: Full Time, Year Round
COMPENSATION: $58,000-$101,000 + bonus/year DOE
CLOSING DATE: Closed when filled
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
The Snow Safety Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily avalanche hazard forecasts and avalanche hazard mitigation for the resort. They are responsible for delegating and carrying out the necessary avalanche control procedures to ensure the safety of our customers and employees in open avalanche terrain. Under the direction of the ATF and CO Department of Labor and Employment, they oversee the required documentation, inventory, use, and storage of explosives at the ski area. 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 Hunter at hmortensen@vailresorts.com.
Date Posted: 5/18/26
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
Eleven Revelstoke Lodge
POSITION: Operations Manager
LOCATION: Hybrid - Revelstoke, Canada and Remote
POSITION TYPE: Full Time, Year Round
COMPENSATION: CAD 80,000-120,000
CLOSING DATE: Closed when filled
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Eleven Revelstoke Lodge seeks an Operations Manager to lead our heli-ski program in Revelstoke, British Columbia. This role requires a highly organized self-motivated person with exceptional leadership and teamwork skills. The ideal candidate has at least 10 years of ski industry experience including 5 or more years in a leadership role. Ski guiding certification is an advantage, but not a requirement. The position requires Revelstoke residency from mid-October through mid-April, with remote work possible for the remainder of the year. Salary is dependent on experience, qualifications, and scope of work. This position offers an opportunity to lead a world-class heli-ski operation for a global hospitality company committed to best-in-class safety, skiing, and guest satisfaction.
TO APPLY: Contact dkrause@elevenexperience.com for more information or visit elevenexperience.com/careers/ to apply.
Date Posted: 5/20/26
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
Hokkaido Vibe
POSITION: Backcountry Forecasting, Operations Coordinator & Lead Guide
LOCATION: Niseko, Hokkaido, Japan
POSITION TYPE: Full Time, Seasonal (Year Round potential for the right candidate)
COMPENSATION: Flexible and based on experience, qualifications, and role structure — whether you are bringing personal clients or seeking a formal salaried position.
CLOSING DATE: Closed when filled
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Hokkaido Vibe is seeking an experienced mountain operations professional to help lead safe, efficient snow and backcountry operations across Hokkaido, Japan.
This hands-on leadership role combines mountain operations management with guest-facing guiding, focused on daily forecasting, terrain safety, operational planning, staff development, and backcountry coordination. You’ll work closely with management to strengthen systems, elevate safety standards, and collaborate with our local and trusted team.
Click here for more information.
TO APPLY: Please send your CV to hello@hokkaidovibe.com, along with a short paragraph explaining your background and why you're interested/a good fit for this role. Also to explain your connection to Japan, what draws you here, and why Hokkaido feels like the right place for you.
We will prioritize candidates who already understand Hokkaido and Japan, especially those with previous experience in the region. However, we are also open to speaking with strong candidates who have not been here before — local knowledge is a bonus, not a strict requirement.
If you are looking to guide in Japan and need a route to a visa, with a company able to support and host you here, please get in touch.
Date Posted: 5/18/26
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: 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
National Avalanche Center
POSITION: National Avalanche Specialist
LOCATION: Negotiable, Position will be Located at a Forest Service Office
POSITION TYPE: Full Time, Permanent
COMPENSATION: GS-12 pay range
CLOSING DATE: Outreach Form due July 30, 2026
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
This position is a part of the Washington Office Recreation, Heritage, and Volunteer Services staff group. The incumbent works as the National Avalanche Specialist with the Forest Service National Avalanche Center. This position has responsibilities for leading – and assisting with – complex, high priority, special projects related to all aspects of the Forest Service’s avalanche program. The incumbent provides expert technical advice on a range of avalanche issues to the assigned unit, Forest, and District staff agency-wide, and interacts with numerous individuals, organizations, and agencies outside of the Forest Service.
TO APPLY: Click here for more information and the outreach response form. If you are interested in applying for this position, please complete the outreach response form and send it along with a copy of your resume by July 30, 2026 to scott.haas@usda.gov.
For questions, contact Scott Haas at scott.haas@usda.gov.
Date Posted: 7/15/26
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
Rhythm Japan
POSITION: Backcountry Guide
LOCATION: Niseko & Furano, Hokkaido, Japan
POSITION TYPE: Full Time, Seasonal (starting in December)
COMPENSATION: Flexible and based on experience & qualifications
CLOSING DATE: August 15, 2026
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Rhythm is about creating epic experiences for our customers, which starts with our people. We live by our values and put people first. We take pride in creating working and living environments that foster innovation, adventure, and balance. Working at Rhythm is more than a job, it's an experience you will have forever.
As a Rhythm Guide, you will be responsible for delivering our on-mountain experiences for our guests through delivering our in-resort, slackcountry & backcountry guiding products. We want our customers to experience the ultimate mountain experience with an emphasis on safety & we are looking for passionate & experienced professionals who can light the fire in others.
TO APPLY: Click here for more information and to apply.
Date Posted: 7/24/26
Solitude Mountain Resort Ski Patrol
POSITION: Avalanche Mitigation Supervisor
LOCATION: Solitude, UT
POSITION TYPE: Full Time, Seasonal (Summer employment opportunities may be available)
COMPENSATION: $36/hour 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. This hands-on mountain supervisor role combines avalanche forecasting and mitigation, route leadership, explosives compliance, rescue response, operational coordination, and patrol leadership in a high-consequence mountain environment.
We are looking for experienced professional patrollers and avalanche professionals who communicate well, lead calmly under pressure, ski at an expert level, and want to help shape a strong operational culture. 4+ years of experience with avalanche mitigation at a Class “A” resort, leadership, rescue operations, and explosives handling is strongly preferred. The position works closely with the Avalanche Mitigation Manager and Director of Patrol and combines field leadership, operational coordination, and administrative responsibilities supervising up to 45 patrollers.
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 Avalanche Mitigation Manager at y.montgomery@solitudemountain.com or the Director of Patrol at J.Allen@solitudemountain.com.
Date Posted: 5/27/26
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
Steamboat Powdercats
POSITION: Snowcat Ski Guide
LOCATION: Steamboat Springs, CO
POSITION TYPE: Full Time, Seasonal
COMPENSATION: $200/day DOE
CLOSING DATE: August 10, 2026
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Steamboat Powdercats is hiring a snowcat skiing guide for the 2026/27 ski season. This is a full-time, seasonal position running from early December to early April.
Please click here for the full job description, compensation details and contact information.
TO APPLY: Interested applicants should submit a resume and a cover letter detailing their guiding philosophy directly to Eric Deering at eric@steamboatpowdercats.com.
Date Posted: 7/20/26
Summit at Snoqualmie
POSITION: Patrol Operations Manager
LOCATION: Snoqualmie Pass, WA
POSITION TYPE: Full Time, Year Round
COMPENSATION: $40-$44/hour DOE
CLOSING DATE: August 3, 2026
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
The Summit at Snoqualmie is hiring a full-time, year-round Patrol Operations Manager to help lead patrol operations across the Summit, with a strong focus on winter patrol operations and leadership at the Alpental base area.
The successful candidate will spend regular time at Alpental, working directly with experienced supervisors and patrollers in complex terrain and within an active avalanche mitigation program. They will also work across all base areas at The Summit. We are looking for someone with the field credibility, judgment, and leadership skills to support a strong patrol team and make sound operational decisions in the field.
In the winter, this position will support daily patrol operations, Manager on Duty coverage, avalanche mitigation operations, supervisor support and development, terrain decisions, and operational consistency across the Patrol.
This is also a year-round operations role. In the summer, this position will support and help oversee mountain bike patrol operations, including daily coverage, supervisor support, incident follow-up, documentation, and continued development of the MTB patrol program.
The ideal candidate will bring strong patrol leadership skills, proven avalanche mitigation experience, and an understanding of mountain bike patrol operations. They will also be comfortable with the computer and administrative work needed to run a large patrol operation and bring fresh ideas and initiative to help move our Patrol forward over the next several years.
TO APPLY: Click here for more information and to apply. For questions, contact the Andrew Pierce at apierce@summiti90.com.
Date Posted: 7/15/26
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
Wasatch Peaks Ranch
POSITION: Ski Patrol (Level I, II, III)
LOCATION: Morgan, UT
POSITION TYPE: Full Time, Seasonal
COMPENSATION: $25.50/hour starting pay, adjusted DOE
CLOSING DATE: Closed when filled
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Ski Patrol positions manage the medical and safety aspects for the members, guests, and employees of Wasatch Peaks Ranch in a constantly changing mountain environment. This includes but is not limited to, avalanche mitigation, hands-on patient care, transportation, intensive customer service, and inter-departmental cooperation. The is a heavy emphasis on snow safety and avalanche mitigation at Wasatch Peaks Ranch. This position will require working outside in a variety of weather conditions, and a high level of fitness is required.
Wasatch Peaks Ranch is hiring Ski Patrollers for the 2026-2027 ski season
Priority hiring will be given to individuals with previous patrol and avalanche mitigation experience
Must be certified EMT/OEC and be an expert skier
Seasonal full-time staff are immediately eligible for WPR benefits (a benefit guide will be shared after the initial interview and reference check)
Background checks are required
TO APPLY: Click here for more information and to apply. For questions, contact hr@wasatchpeaksranch.com.
Date Posted: 6/23/26