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.

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). We do not list unpaid positions. Listings will be removed after the closing date or after three months.


Alaska Avalanche School

POSITION: Program Director

LOCATION: Alaska

POSITION TYPE: Seasonal; Full Time/Part Time Combination Possible

SALARY/WAGE: $33.00 - 37.00 an hour (DOE)

CLOSING DATE: When filled, resume review begins on June 15

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Alaska Avalanche School is looking for an established avalanche professional with a track record in education and mentorship to fill our new Program Director role for the 2025-2026 season. As a member of the school's leadership team of two, this position will oversee the staffing of courses/instructor development, review and lead our risk management approach, and ensure that our curriculum and course structure is up-to-date.  

TO APPLY:  Click Here.  Email Andy Moderow at amoderow@alaskaavalanche.org with any questions

Date posted: 6/3/25


American Avalanche Association

POSITION: Editor, The Avalanche Review

LOCATION: Remote (US-based)

POSITION TYPE: Contract/Part-Time

SALARY/WAGE: $3,000-$4,000 per issue

CLOSING DATE: May 30, 2025

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Avalanche Review (TAR) is the voice of the professional snow and avalanche community and the flagship publication of the American Avalanche Association. We're seeking a detail-oriented Editor to support the production of The Avalanche Review. This is a part-time, remote, contract position. You’ll work closely with the layout designer and contributors, many of whom are on snow nine months a year. You don’t need to be an avalanche pro, but you should speak the language and understand and respect the culture.

TO APPLY: Learn More: Click Here

Date Posted: 5/7/25


American Avalanche Institute

POSITION: Customer Experience Management

LOCATION: Boulder, CO

POSITION TYPE: Full time

SALARY/WAGE: $50,000 Salary

CLOSING DATE: Open until filled

POSITION DESCRIPTION

We’re looking for a kind, tech-savvy, and highly organized Customer Experience Manager to join our Boulder-based team. You’ll be the first point of contact for students and clients, helping them navigate their journey from booking to adventure. This full-time role reports to the General Manager and plays a vital role in client engagement and operations support, with a focus on delivering high-quality customer service.

TO APPLY: Click here

Date Posted: 6/4/25


Arapahoe Basin Ski Area

POSITION: Experienced Ski Patroller

LOCATION: Dillon, Colorado

POSITION TYPE: Full-Time, Seasonal

SALARY/WAGE: $21.00 – 34.00 (Dependent on Experience)

CLOSING DATE: Open until filled

 POSITION DESCRIPTION

Arapahoe Basin Ski Area is looking for experienced and motivated individuals to join our Ski Patrol team. We are looking for people who have at least 1 - 3 years of Ski Patrol-specific experience and have an EMT-B certification. There will also be specific testing requirements to be completed upon hire and based on experience. As a Ski Patroller at Arapahoe Basin, you are responsible for providing medical care and emergency services to the guests or employees on our mountain as well as completing winter ski trail maintenance. A successful candidate for this role has previous Ski Patrol experience.

TO APPLY: Click Here!

Date Posted: 3/13/25


Colorado Avalanche Information Center ( CAIC)

POSITION: Avalanche Forecaster

LOCATION: Durango, CO

POSITION TYPE:

WAGE: $67,668.00 - $72,264.00 Annually

CLOSING DATE: 5/1/2025

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The primary duties of this position are located within 30 miles of the state border; therefore, this position is exempt from the residency requirements. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.

TO APPLY: Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado

Date Posted:4/6/25


Eastern Sierra Avalanche Center

POSITION: Avalanche Forecaster

POSITION TYPE: Seasonal, Full-time

LOCATION: Eastern Sierra, California

CLOSING DATE: July 1st, 2025

START DATE: November 2025

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Eastern Sierra Avalanche Center (ESAC) is seeking an Avalanche Forecaster for a seasonal position for the 2025-2026 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 $24.00- $30.00, 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.

TO APPLY: complete job description here. Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter to office@esavalanche.org and Steve@esavalanche.org

Date Posted: 5/20/25


Gallatin National Forest Avalanche Center

POSITION:  Avalanche Center Intern (2025/26 Season)

LOCATION: Bozeman, MT

STIPEND: $1,300/month

CLOSING DATE: April 6, 2025

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Gallatin National Forest Avalanche Center is looking for an aspiring snow/avalanche professional interested in serving as an intern for the 2025/26 season. More information and details on how to apply are available here.

TO APPLY: Click Here. Email Ian Hoyer at mtavalanche@gmail.com with any questions

Date Posted: 3/13/25


Mission Ridge Ski and Board Resort

POSITION: Ski Patrol Director

LOCATION: Wenatchee, WA

WAGE: $25-$30 per hour (DOE)

CLOSING DATE: Open until filled

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Ski Patrol Director at Mission Ridge Ski and Board Resort is a seasonal full time position and is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the Ski Patrol department, ensuring a safe and enjoyable environment for both guests and staff. The Ski Patrol at Mission Ridge is a combination of 10-25 Professional Ski Patrollers and 60-80 volunteer Ski Patrollers. The Patrol Director provides leadership for both of these teams and ensures a cohesive attitude that allows both teams to work together toward a common goal. This role includes managing staffing, training, budgeting, and incident response, while also executing safety initiatives and leading snow safety and avalanche mitigation efforts. The director plays a crucial role in fostering a positive work culture and developing future leaders within the patrol team.

TO APPLY: Click Here

Posted: 4/22/25


Powder Mountain Resort

POSITION: Snow Safety Supervisor/Forecaster

LOCATION: Eden, UT

WAGE: $35.00-$47.50/hour based on experience 

POSITION TYPE: Seasonal, Full-Time

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Snow Safety Supervisor/Forecaster will be a member of a team who will have dual responsibilities to the Patrol and Snow Safety Programs. Each Snow Safety Supervisor/Forecaster will have assigned responsibility to achieve the objectives outlined in the expectations, requirements, and qualifications.

TO APPLY: Job Application & Full Job description

Posted: 5/10/25


Powder Mountain Resort

POSITION: Snow Safety Technician

LOCATION: Eden, UT

WAGE: $28.50-$40.00/hour based on experience 

POSITION TYPE: Seasonal, Full-Time

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Snow Safety Technician will be a member of a team who will have dual responsibilities to the Patrol and Snow Safety Programs. Each Snow Safety Technician will be assigned with a Snow Safety Supervisor for scheduled shift and assist with assigned tasks to achieve the objectives outlined in the expectations, requirements, and qualifications.

TO APPLY: Job Application & Full Job description

Posted: 5/10/25


Sun Valley Resort

POSITION: Snow Safety Director

LOCATION: Sun Valley, ID

POSITION TYPE: Seasonal, Full Time

WAGE: $28 - $38 based DOE

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Snow Safety Director is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing comprehensive snow safety and avalanche mitigation programs to ensure the safety of guests and employees at Sun Valley Ski Resort. This leadership role involves overseeing the Snow Safety Team, coordinating with various departments, and ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements. The Snow Safety Director will report directly to the Ski Patrol Director.

TO APPLY: Email Tatiana Lawson tlawson@sunvalley.com with any questions . Job Application & Full Job description: Apply Here

Posted: 4/22/25