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.
AIARE
POSITION: Operations Director
LOCATION: Remote
POSITION TYPE: Yearly, full time
WAGE: $70,000 - $85,000 commensurate with experience
CLOSING DATE: October 20, 2024
The Operations Director provides strategic, analytical, and operational support to AIARE’s Executive Director, and leads efforts with AIARE’s senior leadership to develop, operationalize, and drive effective implementation of AIARE’s strategic plans. The Operations Director oversees direct-course operations and risk management, ensuring the execution of successful, high quality delivery for students and staff. The Operations Director develops and implements policies and procedures, oversees financial management, and HR policies. The Operations Director reports to AIARE’s Executive Director, and is the direct supervisor for AIARE’s Operations Team.
TO APPLY: Submit a cover letter and resume to: jobs@avtraining.org. Please include “Operations Director” in the subject line
Date Posted: 10/4/24
Arapahoe Basin Ski Area
POSITION: Ski Patrol – Assistant Director
LOCATION: Dillon, CO
POSITION TYPE: Full-time, Year-round
WAGE: $57,720/year (Actual pay may be adjusted based on experience)
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled.
We are seeking a passionate and experienced individual to assist in managing our Patrol staff, driving operations, and fostering a culture of inclusivity and teamwork. In this role, you will play a key part in assisting the Patrol Director, ensuring overall safety of the ski area, overseeing day-to-day operations, guiding avalanche mitigation efforts, and supporting all aspects of patrol management—from hiring and training to performance assessments and emergency operations. Join us and help lead Arapahoe Basin Ski Patrol to success, both on and off the slopes!
TO APPLY: See full job description and benefit details here
Date Posted: 9/4/24
Mt Rose Ski Tahoe
POSITION: Ski Patrol 1 and 2
LOCATION: Reno, NV
POSITION TYPE: Seasonal FT
STIPEND: $16.00- $25.00/ Hour
CLOSING DATE: November 2024
Ski Patrol 1 is the entry level ski patrol position. Ski Patrol 2 is designed for applicants with Ski Patrol Experience. both Positions have the same primary job function of providing assistance to guests and employees at Mt Rose Ski Tahoe. Essential Job functions include providing Medical care and rescue to injured guests as well as avalanche mitigation for the resort. Come see what working at a small resort with big terrain is like. Mt Rose is just 30 minutes from beautiful Lake Tahoe and the biggest little city in the world Reno, NV. Our typical season runs from November through April.
TO APPLY: complete online application . Ski Patrol 1 Here. Ski Patrol 2 Here.
Nordic Valley Ski Resort
POSITION: Snow Safety Director
LOCATION: Eden, UT
POSITION TYPE: Seasonal FT
STIPEND: $24-28/ Hour BOE
CLOSING DATE: NOVEMBER 2024
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.
any questions please email nvpatrol@nordicvalley.ski
TO APPLY: Apply at: Careers - Nordic Valley Ski Resort
Date Posted: 10/15/24
Powder Mountain Ski Resort
POSITION: Snow Safety Supervisor, Forecaster
LOCATION: Eden, Utah
POSITION TYPE: Full-time, seasonal
WAGE: $35.00-$47.50 based off experience
CLOSING DATE: Until full
Please see the link below for job description and application.
Reach out with questions to ndye@powdermountain.com
TO APPLY: Click Here
Date Posted: 9/6/24
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POSITION: Snow Safety Technician
LOCATION: Eden, Utah
POSITION TYPE: Full-time, seasonal
WAGE: $26.00-$40.00 based off experience
CLOSING DATE: Until full
Please see the link below for job description and application.
Reach out with questions to ndye@powdermountain.com
TO APPLY: Click Here
Updated: 10/4/24
Snowbird
POSITION: Operations Supervisor (AKA Ops Manager)
LOCATION: Snowbird, UT
POSITION TYPE: Seasonal, full-time, hourly
HOURLY WAGE/SALARY INFO: $23-26/hr
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled
The Operations Supervisor, under the guidance of the Mountain Guides’ Director, will manage the on-snow and Snowbird mountain operations side of Mountain Guide operations. Snowbird Mountain Guides is an AIARE course provider as well as a guiding outfitter for cat skiing, snowshoe tours, backcountry skiing, split boarding & additional backcountry educational programming. Our backcountry activities are managed in conjunction with the Snowbird Snow Safety and Mountain Operations teams. With a small management team, you may be asked to assist with a diverse set of tasks to promote the team’s success.
TO APPLY: view job description and apply here
Date posted: 9/10/24
SWS Mountain Guides
POSITION: Cat Ski Guide
LOCATION: Diamond Lake, Oregon
POSITION TYPE: Seasonal Part-Time
SALARY/WAGE: $270 - $360 Per Day + onsite company housing
CLOSING DATE: November 15th, 2024
SWS Mountain Guides is looking for experienced ski guides with at least 3 or more years of experience, a passion for guiding, a passion for people, and a passion for connecting guests to the outdoors. This position is to work at our Cat Ski Mt. Bailey program, but may also include Cat Ski Bear Valley. and non-motorized ski trips as opportunities arise. Cat Ski Mt. Bailey operates on 6,000 acres, and has nearly 3,000 vertical feet of skiable terrain. Owned by Diamond Lake Resort, SWS has partnered with them to help continue running one of the oldest cat ski programs in the nation. We have an extremely high return rate among guides. However, as we grow we have a few openings each year for experienced guides and we are looking for some to join our team this season (and hopefully for many future seasons). Learn more about SWS Mountain Guides HERE>> and more about Cat Ski Mt. Bailey Here>>
TO APPLY: Send a resume to David@SWSMountainGuides.com, along with your resume, please send a brief summary of why you want to work for us, and your expected availability for the winter season (December 1st - April 30th)
Telluride Ski and Golf
POSITION: Ski Patrol Basic
LOCATION: Telluride Ski Resort, Telluride CO
POSITION TYPE: Full Time Seasonal
HOURLY WAGE: $22.50/hr
CLOSING DATE: 12/2/24
Applicants must have at least 1-2 years of previous patrolling experience. Responsible for responding to injured guests, documenting responses with thorough incident reports, assisting guests and giving courtesy rides, maintaining closures and signage on the trails, performing lift evacuations, learning avalanche mitigation routes and protocols, beginning the blaster-in-training program, and assisting other mountain operations departments when necessary. Must be an expert skier, comfortable in all conditions. Must have a current OEC, EMT-B, or WFR (taught by WMA, WMI, or SOLO) certification. Must be able to obtain a Colorado Type I blaster’s license.
TO APPLY: Email ikirkwood@tellurideskiresort.com with a statement of interest and a brief relevant work history.
DATE POSTED: 8/27/24
Utah Avalanche Center
POSITION: Intern
LOCATION: Salt Lake City, Utah
POSITION TYPE: Begins August 5 and continue through mid-April. The internship is a full-time role with hourly pay.
ANNUAL SALARY: $15/hour
CLOSING DATE: Until filled
The UAC provides unique internship opportunities for individuals to become part of a small team with a wide range of duties. We are looking for graduate, undergraduate, and post-graduate students from fields such as Communications, Marketing, Outdoor Education, Parks and Recreation, and Business. Candidates are expected to work independently, be self-motivated, take on last-minute tasks, be available for long days, and maintain a positive attitude while interacting with other UAC employees and the community.
TO APPLY: Email resume and cover letter to education@UtahAvalancheCenter.org with the subject line 2024-2025 Internship Application.
West Central Montana Avalanche Center
POSITION: Avalanche Forecaster
POSITION TYPE: Full-time, seasonal
LOCATION: Missoula, Montana
CLOSING DATE: October 14, 2024
RATE OF PAY: $25.00-$28.00/hr DOE
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 (e.g., December – April). Special updates and warnings are issued as needed during periods of high avalanche danger.
Click here for more information
TO APPLY: Email info@missoulaavalanche.org with the following information:
Name, email, and phone number.
Resume and references.
Cover Letter containing a description of your qualifications and interest in the position.
Date posted: 9/12/24
Wyoming Department of Transportation
POSITION: Seasonal Avalanche Technician - TWO POSITIONS AVAILABLE
LOCATION: Jackson, WY
POSITION TYPE: Winter Seasonal, 40+hrs/Wk through April 30
WAGE: $22.63/hr
CLOSING DATE: October 31, 2024 or until filled
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: Full Job Description and application here Contact Donald.Lawless@wyo.gov with any questions.