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.
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
Alyeska Resort
POSITION: Ski Patroller
LOCATION: Girdwood, Alaska
POSITION TYPE: Full-Time, Seasonal, Dec. through end of April (40hrs/wk)
SALARY/WAGE: $19-$24/hr DOE
CLOSING DATE: October 31, 2025
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Alyeska Resort, nestled in the heart of the Chugach Mountain range, is seeking skilled and experienced Ski Patrollers to join our dynamic team. Located in Girdwood Alaska, we are a class A avalanche resort, renowned for our big mountain terrain and commitment to safety. As a ski patroller, your paramount responsibility is ensuring the safety and well-being of our guests on the mountain. Other duties include high angle rescue, lift evacuation, accident investigation, and guest services. If you’re an expert skier with an OEC or EMT certification and a passion for snow science and avalanche work, we invite you to be a part of our dedicated team.
TO APPLY: Send a resume, cover letter, and copies of relevant certifications to codyb@alyeskaresort.com
Date posted: 8/25/25
American Avalanche Institute (AAI)
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
Aspen Skiing Company
POSITION: Ski Patrol Assistant Director
LOCATION: Snowmass Mountain, CO
POSITION TYPE: Full-Time, Year Round
SALARY/WAGE: $75,000-$87,000 Salary DOE & Dependent on Budget
CLOSING DATE: October 1, 2025
POSITION DESCRIPTION
The Assistant Patrol Director will support the Patrol Director with managing and assigning all patrol operations, to ensure the ski area is maintained in an efficient, well organized, and enjoyable environment while consistently greeting and engaging our guests and promoting a fun and friendly atmosphere. This Assistant Patrol Director will support the operation, cover the Director on days off as needed, and learn all relevant duties for succession planning. This position reports to the Ski Patrol Director.
TO APPLY: Click here
Date Posted: 8/26/25
Aspen Skiing Company
POSITION: Ski Patrol Basic
LOCATION: Snowmass Mountain, CO
POSITION TYPE: Full-Time, Seasonal
SALARY/WAGE: $24/hr
CLOSING DATE: October 1, 2025
POSITION DESCRIPTION
The Ski Patrol Basic is responsible for maintaining the ski area to provide a safe, efficient, well organized and enjoyable environment. This position reports to the Ski Patrol Director.
Essential Job Functions: Patrol assigned work area while consistently greeting and engaging guests to promote a fun and friendly atmosphere; Perform daily trail maintenance including but not limited to determining trail openings and closures, placing signage and marking obstacles; Ensure that no guests remain on slopes or trails at end of day or during inclement weather; Administer first aid, monitor and transport injured guests; Learn skills to safely evacuate guests from disabled chairlifts; Participate in avalanche mitigation and develop avalanche rescue skills; Operate dispatch/communications systems using clear, concise language; Pack snow on slopes and Other duties as assigned.
TO APPLY: Click here for more information and to apply.
Date Posted: 9/4/25
Breckenridge Ski Resort
POSITION: Ski Patrol Manager
LOCATION: Breckenridge, CO
POSITION TYPE: Winter Seasonal 25/26
COMPENSATION: $70,000-$83,000
CLOSING DATE: Dec. 15, 2025 or until position is filled
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Assist in directing the Patrol department and managing day-to-day operations in conjunction with Vail Resorts’ ethics, mission, & goals. Assure Patrol is compliant with all national, state, & local regulatory agencies governing ski patrol. Communicate and cooperate with all Breckenridge departments to assure smooth operations at the Breckenridge Ski Resort. Assist in preparing and managing both operational and capital budgets. Ensures patrollers are trained and prepared to respond to all emergent situations at the ski resort. Click here for a full job description and benefit details.
TO APPLY: Click here
Date Posted: 7/15/25
China Peak
POSITION: Ski Patroller (Entry Level or Experienced)
LOCATION: Lakeshore, CA
POSITION TYPE: Full-Time or Part-Time
COMPENSATION: $19-$19.50/hr
CLOSING DATE: Closed when filled
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
China Peak Ski Area is hiring for an entry level or experienced ski patroller to join our team. We are looking for motivated individuals with great skiing skills who can manage the terrain at our small but mighty ski area. WFR or EMT required, will consider OEC for patrollers with at least 2 years of experience at another ski area. As a ski patroller at China Peak you are responsible for providing medical care and emergency services to guests and employees on the mountain as well as maintaining signage and trails within the resort. This role requires you to be able to work in adverse conditions as skiing is a winter sport.
TO APPLY: Click here
Date Posted: 9/4/25
Colorado Avalanche Information Center
POSITION: Field Technicians
LOCATION: Multiple Locations
POSITION TYPE: Temporary, 20hrs/week, Dec-mid-April
WAGE: $20/hour + Travel Expenses
CLOSING DATE: September 7, 2025
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Field Techs collect data on snow, weather, and avalanche conditions for specific areas and help forecasters analyze observations to determine current and future trends in avalanche danger. This is a part-time, seasonal position to help promote avalanche safety through backcountry operations in Colorado.
CAIC is hiring field technicians to focus on the following areas and potentially based in the following locations:
Never Summer Mountains, west side of Rocky Mountain National Park, Cameron Pass - Possible locations: Walden, Grand Lake, Fraser
Pikes Peak, Sangre de Cristo Mountains, southern Sawatch Range - Possible locations: Leadville, Salida, Canyon City, Westcliff, Colorado Springs
Grand Mesa and Flat Tops Mountains - Possible locations: Grand Junction, Rifle, Carbondale, Paonia
Southern San Juan Mountains - Possible Locations: Del Norte, Pagosa Springs, Creede, Durango
Click here for more information.
TO APPLY: Send a resume, three professional references, and a cover letter to jess.chencinski@state.co.us
Date Posted: 8/26/25
Eleven
POSITION: Heli-Ski Operations Manager
LOCATION: Revelstoke, BC
POSITION TYPE: Full-Time, Year Round
SALARY: CAD $100,000-$120,000 DOE
CLOSING DATE: Closed when filled
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Eleven Revelstoke Lodge seeks a Heli-Ski Operations Manager to lead our guide team and ski program. This role requires a certified Ski or Mountain guide with exceptional leadership, teamwork, and risk management skills. The ideal candidate is an IFMGA Mountain Guide with experience in diverse geographic regions, at least 10 years in the heli-ski industry, and 5 or more years as a Lead Guide or Supervisor. The position requires Revelstoke residency from mid-October through mid-April, with remote work possible for the remainder of the year. This position offers an exceptional opportunity to lead a world-class heli-ski operation in one of the world's premier mountain destinations while contributing to a global hospitality company committed to safety, excellence, and guest satisfaction.
TO APPLY: Click here. Email Douglas Krause at dkrause@elevenexperience.com with any questions.
Date Posted: 7/23/25
Eleven
POSITION: Lead Guide
LOCATION: Revelstoke, BC
POSITION TYPE: Full-Time, Seasonal
SALARY: CAD $450-$600/Day DOE
CLOSING DATE: Closed when filled
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Eleven Revelstoke Lodge seeks passionate, professional Lead Guides to join our team. This role requires a fully certified Ski or Mountain Guide with exceptional technical and interpersonal skills. The ideal candidate possesses at least five years of heli-ski experience and is either a Revelstoke resident or willing to relocate to the area from December through March. Eleven is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members can thrive and contribute to our mission of delivering world-class mountain experiences.
TO APPLY: Click here. Email Douglas Krause at dkrause@elevenexperience.com with any questions.
Date Posted: 7/23/25
Friends of the Colorado Avalanche Information Center
POSITION: Development & Events Coordinator
LOCATION: Remote, Candidate must live within 20 minutes of I-70 corridor b/w Denver & Eagle
POSITION TYPE: Full-Time, Year Round, Flexible Work Schedule
WAGE: $20-$25 DOE
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Friends of CAIC is seeking a Development and Events Coordinator to join our team. This is a full-time position that plays a central role in connecting our community to avalanche safety through events and community outreach. The Development and Events Coordinator will be responsible for building strong community relationships, producing high-quality events, and engaging supporters to advance Friends of CAIC’s mission and fundraising goals.
Click here for the full job description and application.
Date Posted: 8/27/25
High Sierra Snowcat
POSITION: Ski Guide
LOCATION: Eastern Sierra, CA
POSITION TYPE: Seasonal, Full-Time, and Part-Time Opportunities
CLOSING DATE: Applications open through Oct. 1, 2025
COMPENSATION: $250-$450/day DOE
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
High Sierra Snowcat is seeking one full-time (January 1 - April 15) and multiple part-time ski/snowboard guides. Guides would lead both day and overnight, guided snowcat skiing and touring in the Eastern Sierra, around the Virginia Lakes Area. Guides will be responsible for ensuring guest safety, providing exceptional guest service, and navigating complex backcountry terrain while adhering to the highest standards of avalanche hazard management and group leadership. Minimum qualifications include a recognized Ski Guide Course (AMGA, ACMG, Heliski US, or CSGA), Pro I Avalanche Training or International Equivalent, and a current Wilderness First Responder (WFR) or higher level training. Ideal candidates will have 1-3 seasons of ski guiding experience
TO APPLY: Submit a detailed resume/CV, cover letter outlining your guiding philosophy and relevant experience, and copies of all relevant certifications to info@highsierrasnowcat.com, mentioning “25/26 Ski Guide Employment” in the subject line.
Date Posted: 7/1/25
Mission Ridge Ski and Board Resort
POSITION: Ski Patrol Director
LOCATION: Wenatchee, WA
WAGE: $25-$30/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
Monarch Mountain
POSITION: Ski Patrol Supervisor
LOCATION: Salida, CO
POSITION TYPE: Winter Seasonal, Full-Time
CLOSING DATE: September 1, 2025
COMPENSATION: $27-$30/hour DOE
POSITION DESCRIPTION
The Ski Patrol Supervisor assists and works in conjunction with the Ski Patrol Manager and the Assistant Director of Mountain Operations in overseeing the seasonal and daily operations of the Ski Patrol department so that each customer’s experience is reasonably safe, positive and personalized. This includes, but is not limited to, providing input and assistance in coordinating daily routines, training, and coaching of Patrollers; being a leader and setting the example for company teamwork; effective communication with employees and other company personnel.
Click here for full job description.
TO APPLY: Click here
Posted: 8/13/25
Monarch Mountain
POSITION: Ski Patroller
LOCATION: Salida, CO
POSITION TYPE: Winter Seasonal, Full-Time
CLOSING DATE: September 15, 2025
COMPENSATION: $21-$27/hour DOE
POSITION DESCRIPTION
The Ski Patroller is a visible safety advocate and resource on the mountain who knowledgeably manages the first aid, evacuation, and transportation of sick/injured guests; recognizes liability situations on the mountain and takes the appropriate actions to help mitigate these; maintains mountain infrastructure; documents patrol activities; and provides skier education and assistance in training activities.
Click here for full job description.
TO APPLY: Click here
Posted: 8/13/25
National Park Service
POSITION: Seasonal Meteorological Technician
LOCATION: Western, Wyoming
POSITION TYPE: Seasonal
CLOSING DATE: August 28, 2025
COMPENSATION: $46,475/year
POSITION DESCRIPTION
The NPS is seeking to fill an avalanche forecaster position stationed in Grand Teton National Park. This position works as an avalanche forecaster at the Bridger-Teton Avalanche Center. The incumbent will work throughout BTAC’s forecast zones and must be skilled at traveling through avalanche terrain on foot as well as in deep-snow on a snowmobile.
Click here for more information.
TO APPLY: Click here for information.
Posted: 8/22/25
Nordic Valley Resort
POSITION: Snow Safety Director
LOCATION: Eden, UT
POSITION TYPE: Full-Time, Seasonal
CLOSING DATE: November 2025
COMPENSATION: $24-$28/hour DOE
POSITION DESCRIPTION
The Snow Safety Director is responsible for designing, implementing and managing the Avalanche Program and Snow Safety team to ensure the safety of employees and guests within the resort's operational areas, and surrounding terrain.
TO APPLY: Click here to apply. Reach out to nvpatrol@nordicvalley.ski with any questions.
Posted: 8/25/25
Ogden Avalanche
POSITION: Intern
LOCATION: Ogden, UT
POSITION TYPE: Seasonal, Part-Time
COMPENSATION: Range $15-$20/hr
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Ogden Avalanche is seeking an education and marketing intern for the 2025/26 season. To view the full job description, click here.
TO APPLY: Email Libby at Libby@ogdenavalanche.org
Posted: 8/1/25
Payette Avalanche Center
POSITION: Avalanche Center Director
LOCATION: McCall, ID
POSITION TYPE: Permanent GS-1301/0401/0101-9/11
POSITION DESCRIPTION
The Payette National Forest is seeking candidates to fill a permanent as Physical Scientist/Natural Resource Specialist/Social Scientist (Avalanche Center Director) GS-1301/0401/0101-9/11. This position serves as Avalanche Center Director for the Payette National Forest with a duty location of McCall, Idaho. This position directs an avalanche program which involves educating the public on avalanche science and safety, interpreting current and expected snowpack and weather conditions and combined with reports from numerous field observers, preparing and issuing daily regional avalanche advisories for backcountry travelers and others in the forecast area. The Avalanche Center Director supervises the avalanche center staff (paid and volunteer) and directs the maintenance and operation of avalanche weather stations within the forecast area. Excellent skills in mountain snowmobiling as well as alpine and cross-country skiing in steep, backcountry, avalanche terrain in order to conduct field observations are required.
TO APPLY: Interested applicants should contact Jess Asmussen at 208-739-1561 or jess.asmussen@usda.gov with any questions. Click here to apply.
Posted: 7/15/25
Silver Mountain Resort
POSITION: Ski Patroller, Snow Safety Technician
LOCATION: Kellogg, ID
WAGE: $17+/hour DOE
POSITION TYPE: Seasonal, Full-Time & Year-Round Available
CLOSING DATE: October 15, 2025
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Silver Mountain Ski Patrol is hiring full-time patrollers and a snow safety technician for the 25/26 winter season. Successful candidates will have OEC or Idaho EMT certification. For the Snow Safety Technician position candidates should also have a Professional Level 1 Avalanche certification. Candidates should be competent skiers in all types of snow and weather conditions, and have the ability to pass a BATF-E background check. Patrollers will be responsible for hill safety and risk management, emergency medical care of injured guests, avalanche mitigation with ski cuts and explosives, ground and arial based rope evacuation of lifts and gondola and various other duties typical of ski patrol.
Snow safety technicians will be responsible for writing a daily avalanche forecast, recording weather and snow observations, and implementing mitigation strategies. They will also be responsible for training patrollers in organized and companion avalanche rescue and assisting with avalanche dog training exercises.
TO APPLY: Click here to submit an application and resume. Email skipatrol@silvermt.com with any questions or for more information.
Posted: 8/13/25
Solitude Mountain Resort
POSITION: Avalanche Mitigation Supervisor
LOCATION: Salt Lake City, UT
POSITION TYPE: Full Time/Seasonal
WAGE: $33/hour+ DOE
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Solitude Mountain Resort is hiring a seasonal Avalanche Mitigation Supervisor to help lead our mountain safety operations during the 2025–2026 winter season. This dynamic role includes overseeing up to 45 staff and performing both fieldwork (80%) and office duties (20%). Candidates must have expert skiing skills, supervisory experience, avalanche mitigation background, and be comfortable operating in steep, technical terrain under challenging conditions. Summer employment opportunities available.
Recruiting and interviews will begin in the fall of 2025.
TO APPLY: Click here to learn more and apply.
Posted: 6/30/25
Wasatch Peaks Ranch
POSITION: Snow Safety & Ski Patrol Positions
LOCATION: Wasatch Peaks Ranch, UT
POSITION TYPE: Full-Time Seasonal
WAGE: $24/hour starting, adjusted DOE
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Snow Safety and 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 interdepartmental cooperation. 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 2025-26 ski season. Priority hiring will be given to individuals with route-leading experience, avalauncher gunning, and previous patrol experience. Must be certified EMT or 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: Please email cover letter, resume, and references to hr@wasatchpeaksranch.com
Date posted: 7/15/25
West Central Montana Avalanche Center
POSITION: Avalanche Forecaster
LOCATION: Missoula, MT
POSITION TYPE: Full-Time, Seasonal
CLOSING DATE: Closed when filled
COMPENSATION: $28-$35/hr DOE
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
The West Central Montana Avalanche Center (WCMAC) is seeking candidates for the position of Avalanche Forecaster. The WCMAC is a Type 2 avalanche center provided through the nonprofit West Central Montana Avalanche Foundation (WCMAF). In partnership with the United States Forest Service, it provides avalanche information and education for the west-central Montana forecast area. Avalanche forecasts appear on Missoulaavalanche.org on Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday mornings throughout the winter operating season (December - April). Special updates and warnings are issued as needed during periods of high avalanche danger.
Click here for the full job description.
TO APPLY: Email a resume, references, and a cover letter containing a description of your qualifications and interest in the position to info@missoulaavalanche.org
Date posted: 8/7/2025
Wyoming Department of Transportation
POSITION: Seasonal Avalanche Technician(s) - 2 Positions available
LOCATION: Jackson, WY
POSITION TYPE: Full-Time, Winter Seasonal through Apr 30
CLOSING DATE: October 31, 2025 or Closed when filled
COMPENSATION: $22.63/hr
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Assist in installing and maintaining weather stations, snow-supporting structures, automated road closure gates, and avalanche control devices like the Gazex, O'bellx, Avalanche Guard, 105mm howitzer, and Infrasonic detection systems. Make daily weather, snowpack, and avalanche observations. Evaluate current weather and snowpack observations to help produce an avalanche hazard forecast for highways in the Jackson area. Work with the forecasters to determine the optimal timing and conduct avalanche control missions using the infrastructure listed above. Gather and document weather, snowpack, and avalanche events according to industry standards for historical and forecasting purposes. High level of fitness and excellent winter backcountry travel skills. Teach avalanche safety and rescue to maintenance personnel. Assist with budgeting, resource management, and scheduling. Assisting maintenance and construction with snow removal and contract administration. Secondary duties include operating front-end loaders and other heavy equipment to assist in snow removal.
TO APPLY: Click here for the full job description and to apply. Contact Donald.Lawless@wyo.gov with any questions.
Date posted: 9/10/2025
Yellowstone National Park
POSITION: Seasonal Meteorological Technician
LOCATION: Yellowstone National Park, WY
POSITION TYPE: Seasonal, early Dec to mid-Mar
OPENING DATE: September 8, 2025
CLOSING DATE: September 22, 2025
COMPENSATION: GS-07, $23.94/hr
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Yellowstone National Park is looking for a motivated Meteorological Technician that will be part of the avalanche control team that operates on Sylvan Pass in Yellowstone National Park. Employee will collect and record daily snow, avalanche, and weather observations from avalanche paths affecting Yellowstone Park roads. Evaluates National Weather Service and Natural Resources Conservation Service products and data from automated mountain weather stations for inclusion in the avalanche forecasts. Conducts field snow stability tests and observations. Independently interprets and evaluates snow stability and issues daily avalanche hazard forecasts and warnings which are available to park personnel. Determines when/if avalanche hazard mitigation is needed. Using own judgement and experience, determines when avalanche conditions have changed sufficiently to recommend a change in existing avalanche hazard ratings. Responsible for determining road closures and reopening based on avalanche danger and weather conditions. Participates in avalanche hazard mitigations as a forecaster and/or howitzer team member. In the event of avalanche accident, serves as a first responder for rescues and/or prepares detailed reports of the accident and response operations. Develops and teaches avalanche safety training classes for park employees and partners.
TO APPLY: Click here for more information (available on opening date, Sep 8).
Posted: 9/3/25