Current Job dates:
Currently recruiting for the season that runs from March 1st, 2025 to October 31st, 2025.
- Lead field-based outdoor educational programs to a variety of ages to include but not limited to:
- Guided Hikes
- Personalized Educational Tours
- Going-to-the-Sun Road Educational Tours
- Other Outdoor Educational Opportunities
- Provide quality customer service to all guests.
- Manage participant safety in unregulated outdoor environments by applying sound judgment, problem solving, and risk management skills.
- Administer and document first aid and appropriate emergency responses.
- Maintain a working knowledge of the Crown of the Continent Ecosystem and current applicable sciences upon completion of extensive content training.
- Safely operate 15 passenger vans/buses to transport participants down rough dirt roads, up the highly technical Going-to-the-Sun Road, and along highway corridors, for several hours daily.
- Ensure equipment is maintained daily and kept clean (binoculars, vehicles, etc.)
- Display confidence and comfort working in adverse environmental conditions (snow, rain, 0°F - 100°F temperatures, mosquitoes/ticks, hazardous wildlife, etc.).
- Represent the Glacier Institute in its mission and goals.
- Occasionally complete physically strenuous tasks during work days.
- All other duties as assigned.
- Education
- A Bachelor's degree OR equivalent experience with a thorough knowledge of comprehensive natural/environmental processes.
- Experience
- Delivery of educational programming (in or out of the classroom).
- Prior customer service experience.
- Skills and abilities
- Exceptional communication skills.
- Valid driver’s license with an insurable driving record and the ability to drive up to 300 miles daily.
- Ability to hike 8 miles with up to 1,500 feet of elevation gain over steep, rocky, and potentially snowy terrain, and carry a pack weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently with limited instruction or supervision during peak season.
- Ability to work in remote, off-grid locations with limited to no cell-phone or immediate emergency services.
- Basic First Aid / CPR
- Housing for employees is provided at no cost.
- Meals are available for any staff member during group programming.
- Annual employee entrance pass into Glacier and Waterton National Parks.
- Professional development opportunities and certifications available (Montana Master Naturalist, Certified Interpretive Guide, etc).
- 4-day work week.
- Earn up to 40 hours of paid leave.
- Participation in expert-led Glacier Institute catalog courses.
- Friends and family discounts for all Glacier Institute courses (subject to availability).
- $2300 monthly with a flexible, sustainable schedule. Gratuities are also possible on guided educational courses.
- Major Duties and Responsibilities:
- Customer Service! Communicating well with guests and having a welcoming demeanor is the most important piece of this job
- Represent the Glacier Institute in its mission and goals
- Manage a small team of operations staff
- Maintain a safe and presentable site that is welcoming for all participants
- Handle the respective site schedule, ensure all shifts are covered
- Support the Camp Host with meal preparation
- Take the lead on food procurement for the kitchen and approving the menu
- Coordinate any maintenance with the appropriate responders (NPS at Field Camp, USFW/GI for Big Creek)
- Assist Outdoor Education Specialists by directing participants to their course or lodging for their program
- Administer and document first aid and appropriate emergency responses on site
- Safely operate 15 passenger vans/buses when needed
- Display confidence and comfort working in adverse environmental conditions (snow, rain, 0°F - 100°F temperatures, mosquitoes/ticks, hazardous wildlife, etc.)
- All other duties as assigned.
- Candidate Qualifications:
- Education
- A high school diploma
- Experience
- Property manager experience, preferred
- Hospitality experience, preferred
- Cooking for large groups, preferred
- Skills and abilities
- Exceptional communication skills
- Detail oriented
- First aid certification
- Valid driver’s license with an insurable driving record
- Ability to carry loads up to 50 pounds
- Self-motivated with the ability to efficiently work independently with little instruction or supervision
- Ability to work and live in remote, off-grid locations with limited cell-phone service or immediate emergency services
- Education
- Compensation:
- On-site housing and food for employees is provided at no cost
- 2025 Employee entrance pass into Glacier and Waterton National Parks
- Gear access through local partnerships - some items provided at no cost. This is more than your average pro deal (but we get those too!)
- Earn up to 40 hours of paid leave
- Participation in expert-led Glacier Institute catalog course as space permits
- Friends and family discounts for all Glacier Institute courses (subject to availability)
- $2,800 monthly
- Major Duties and Responsibilities:
- Customer Service! Communicating well with guests and having a welcoming demeanor is the most important piece of this job
- Represent the Glacier Institute in its mission and goals
- Coordinate all menus and meal plans with the Site Supervisor
- Prepare all meals for course participants
- Assist Outdoor Education Specialists by greeting and directing participants to their course or lodging for their program
- Handle cabin turnover, bathroom chores, and other duties as assigned by the Site Supervisor
- Safely operate 15 passenger vans/buses when needed
- Display confidence and comfort working in adverse environmental conditions (snow, rain, 0°F - 100°F temperatures, mosquitoes/ticks, hazardous wildlife, etc.)
- All other duties as assigned
- Candidate Qualifications:
- Education
- A high school diploma
- Experience
- Providing top-tier customer service to a variety of customers
- Hospitality experience, preferred
- Cooking for large groups, preferred
- Skills and abilities
- Exceptional communication skills
- Valid driver’s license with an insurable driving record
- Ability to carry load up to 50 pounds, if needed
- Self-motivated with the ability to efficiently work independently with little instruction or supervision
- Ability to work and live in remote, off-grid locations with limited cell-phone service or immediate emergency services
- Education
- Compensation:
- Housing and meals for employees are provided at no cost
- 2025 Employee entrance pass into Glacier and Waterton National Parks.
- Gear access through local partnerships - some items provided at no cost. This is more than your average pro deal (but we get those too!)
- Earn up to 40 hours of paid leave
- Participation in expert-led Glacier Institute catalog course as space permits
- Friends and family discounts for all Glacier Institute courses (subject to availability)
- $2,300 monthly
- Lead youth outdoor educational programs for ages 9-16 to include but not limited to:
- Hiking/backpacking trip prep (food, clothing, weight distribution, etc.)
- Evening programs
- Trail etiquette and Leave No Trace principles
- Specialized hard skills (knots, food preparation, self preservation)
- Other outdoor educational activities
- Provide quality education to all groups.
- Plan and build out meal plans for multi day backcountry trips
- Manage participant safety in unregulated outdoor environments by applying sound judgment, problem solving, and risk management skills.
- Administer and document first aid and appropriate emergency responses.
- Maintain a working knowledge of the Crown of the Continent Ecosystem and current applicable sciences upon completion of extensive content training.
- Safely operate 15 passenger vans/buses to transport students down rough dirt roads, up the highly technical mountain roads, and along highway corridors, for several hours.
- Ensure equipment is maintained daily and kept clean (binoculars, vehicles, stoves, tents, sleeping bags, etc.)
- Display confidence and comfort working in adverse environmental conditions (snow, rain, 0°F - 100°F temperatures, mosquitoes/ticks, hazardous wildlife, etc.).
- Represent the Glacier Institute in its mission and goals
- Complete physically strenuous tasks
- Able to lift/hike 35+ lb back
- All other duties as assigned.
- Education
- A Bachelor's degree OR equivalent experience with a thorough knowledge of comprehensive natural/environmental processes.
- Experience
- Delivery of youth outdoor educational programming
- Extensive knowledge of backcountry survival and travel
- Skills and abilities
- Exceptional communication skills.
- Valid driver’s license with an insurable driving record and the ability to navigate rough mountain roads
- Ability to hike 12 miles with up to 3,000 feet of elevation gain over steep, rocky, and potentially snowy terrain.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently with limited instruction or supervision during peak season.
- Ability to work in remote, off-grid locations with limited to no cell-phone or immediate emergency services.
- Ability to plan meals for backcountry trips
- Certifications
- Basic First Aid / CPR (WFR or WFA preferred)
- Housing for employees is provided at no cost.
- Meals are available for any staff member during group programming.
- Annual employee entrance pass into Glacier and Waterton National Parks.
- Professional development opportunities and certifications available (Montana Master Naturalist, etc).
- Earn up to 40 hours of paid leave.
- Participation in expert-led Glacier Institute catalog courses.
- Friends and family discounts for all Glacier Institute courses (subject to availability).
- $2300 monthly.
- Lead youth outdoor educational programs for ages 7-16 to include but not limited to:
- Guided nature hikes
- Evening programs
- Facilitated school trips
- Specialized summer camps
- Other outdoor educational activities
- Provide quality education to all groups.
- Manage participant safety in unregulated outdoor environments by applying sound judgment, problem solving, and risk management skills.
- Administer and document first aid and appropriate emergency responses.
- Maintain a working knowledge of the Crown of the Continent Ecosystem and current applicable sciences upon completion of extensive content training.
- Safely operate 15 passenger vans/buses to transport students down rough dirt roads, up the highly technical mountain roads, and along highway corridors, for several hours daily.
- Ensure equipment is maintained daily and kept clean (binoculars, vehicles, etc.)
- Display confidence and comfort working in adverse environmental conditions (snow, rain, 0°F - 100°F temperatures, mosquitoes/ticks, hazardous wildlife, etc.).
- Represent the Glacier Institute in its mission and goals.
- Occasionally complete physically strenuous tasks during work days.
- 5-day work week (Mon-Fri).
- All other duties as assigned.
- Education
- A Bachelor's degree OR equivalent experience with a thorough knowledge of comprehensive natural/environmental processes.
- Experience
- Delivery of educational programming (in or out of the classroom).
- Prior youth education experience.
- Skills and abilities
- Exceptional communication skills.
- Valid driver’s license with an insurable driving record and the ability to drive up to 100 miles daily.
- Ability to hike 12 miles with up to 3,000 feet of elevation gain over steep, rocky, and potentially snowy terrain, and carry a pack weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently with limited instruction or supervision during peak season.
- Ability to work in remote, off-grid locations with limited to no cell-phone or immediate emergency services.
- Certifications
- Basic First Aid / CPR
- Housing for employees is provided at no cost.
- Meals are available for any staff member during group programming.
- Annual employee entrance pass into Glacier and Waterton National Parks.
- Professional development opportunities and certifications available (Montana Master Naturalist, Certified Interpretive Guide, etc).
- Earn up to 40 hours of paid leave.
- Participation in expert-led Glacier Institute catalog courses.
- Friends and family discounts for all Glacier Institute courses (subject to availability).
- $2300 monthly with a flexible, sustainable schedule.
- Customer Service! Communicating well with parents of youth campers and having a welcoming demeanor is the most important piece of this job
- Representing the Glacier Institute in its mission and goals
- Manage the Camp Host
- Maintain a safe and presentable site that is welcoming for all participants
- Handle the respective site schedule, ensure all shifts are covered
- Prepare meals, along with the Camp Host, for all participants
- Take the lead on planning the menu and food procurement for the kitchen
- Coordinate any maintenance with the appropriate responders
- Assist Outdoor Education Specialists by directing youth campers to their next activity
- Administer and document first aid and appropriate emergency responses on site
- Manage all emergency situations involving campers in the evening
- Administer all prescribed medications to campers
- Safely operate 15 passenger vans/buses when needed
- Display confidence and comfort working in adverse environmental conditions (snow, rain, 0°F - 100°F temperatures, mosquitoes/ticks, hazardous wildlife, etc.)
- All other duties as assigned.
- Education
- A high school diploma
- Experience
- Managing a small team
- Property manager experience, preferred
- Hospitality experience, preferred
- Cooking for large groups, preferred
- Skills and abilities
- Exceptional communication skills
- Detail oriented
- First aid certification
- Valid driver’s license with an insurable driving record
- Ability to carry loads up to 50 pounds
- Self-motivated with the ability to efficiently work independently with little instruction or supervision
- Ability to work and live in remote, off-grid locations with limited cell-phone service or immediate emergency services
- On-site housing and food for employees is provided at no cost
- 2025 Employee entrance pass into Glacier and Waterton National Parks
- Gear access through local partnerships - some items provided at no cost. This is more than your average pro deal (but we get those too!)
- Earn up to 40 hours of paid leave
- Participation in expert-led Glacier Institute catalog course as space permits
- Friends and family discounts for all Glacier Institute courses (subject to availability)
- $2,800 monthly
- Represent the Glacier Institute in its mission and goals.
- Provide quality customer service to all guests.
- Supervise youth overnight in bunkhouses no more than three times a week during camps in June-August.
- Co-lead students ages 7-16, on day, multi-day, overnight field-based outdoor education programs, and day hikes. Co-leading backpacking trips is an option.
- Aid OES in group management on catalog courses and day hikes.
- Monitor students during meals and free time.
- Participate in daily/weekly housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Display confidence and comfort working in adverse environmental conditions (snow, rain, 0 F-100 F temperatures, mosquitoes/ticks, hazardous wildlife, etc.).
- Other duties as assigned.
- Develop a thorough understanding of Glacier National Park and the Crown of the Continent Ecosystem including the natural and geologic history, land use management, cultural history, and much more!
- Gain experience teaching and developing interactive, field-based educational curriculum.
- Develop and deliver an educational program.
- Gain valuable experience and tools for managing students’ safety.
- In-depth bear and wildlife safety training will be provided.
- Education
- At least one (1) year of undergraduate education OR the equivalent in experience, with a thorough understanding of natural sciences.
- Skills and abilities
- Exceptional communication skills
- Detail oriented
- Ability to carry loads up to 50 pounds and hike up to 12 miles.
- Self-motivated with the ability to efficiently work independently with little instruction or supervision.
- Ability to work and live in remote, off-grid locations with limited cell-phone service or immediate emergency services.
- Compensation:
- $200 / month.
- On-site housing for employees is provided.
- 2024 Employee entrance pass into Glacier and Waterton National Parks.
- Four day work week to allow individuals time to enjoy Glacier National Park.
- Participation in expert-led Glacier Institute catalog course as space permits.
- Friends and family discounts for all Glacier Institute courses (subject to availability).
- Manage the Glacier Institute social media accounts, including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter (X), and Vimeo
- Putting together Constant Contact email blasts
- Assist with website updates and blog posts
- Developing posters, ads, and social media posts using brand standards
- Manage network of ingoing and outgoing links to the website, boost referrals
- Participate in Marketing Committee meetings
- Networking with local businesses, industry leaders, and community influencers
- Develop press releases and set up news media interviews
- Organizing community events and outreach
- Attend and promote the Glacier Institute at other community events
- Add to the positive culture of the Glacier Institute
- Degree in marketing, communications, public relations, or similar. Experience in these fields may be sufficient.
- Familiarity with Adobe Suite, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn
- Good understanding of the latest marketing trends and techniques
- Must be able to meet strict deadlines
- Must be an effective storyteller, written and verbal
- Must be able to take direction and run with an idea
- Must be a team player and an active participant in the Glacier Institute culture
- $45k per year
- Health Insurance, 3% IRA match, professional development opportunities
- Employee pass to Glacier National Park
- 12 days paid time off annually
Day Program Outdoor Education Specialist I
Position Title: Outdoor Education Specialist I
Reports to: Day Program Director
Pay Rate: $2300 per month
Term: May 27th, 2025 - September 30th, 2025 (with potential opportunity to extend)
Under the direction of the Day Program Director, the Outdoor Education Specialist I is responsible for the delivery of educational programming. Outdoor Education Specialists are the face of the Glacier Institute. You will be responsible for leading educational hikes and tours to a wide variety of audiences, ranging from ages 5-95. Outdoor Education Specialists will lead educational hikes within Glacier National Park, as well as the surrounding Flathead National Forest. The Glacier Institute specializes in place-based, hands-on learning of the natural sciences and cultural history, and we strive to empower students of all ages. Our ideal candidate has an innate curiosity and a zest for learning.
Applicants should know this is a demanding job with variable hours, but the impact for our community is evident. Outdoor Education Specialists need to be motivated by the mission to strengthen connections to the natural world through outdoor education, and understand that investing in our participants is of utmost importance to our mission.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
Candidate Qualifications:
Certifications
Compensation:
To Apply:
If this position sounds like the right fit, please submit a resume, contact information for 3 references, and a cover letter to: careers@glacierinstitute.org.
We look forward to reviewing your materials!
Field Camp Site Supervisor
Position Title: Site Supervisor
Reports to: Director of Operations
Supervises: Camp Host
Pay Rate: $2,800 per month / Housing is included
Term: May 19 - October 15, 2025
Under the direction of the Director of Operations, the Site Supervisor is responsible for all operational functions at their assigned campus. This position will be required to live onsite and handle the daily operations of their designated site, freeing the education staff to focus on providing quality education for our guests. The Glacier Institute holds a wide variety of nature based courses, all with the mission to get people to fall in love with the outdoors.
To Apply:
If this position sounds like the right fit, please submit a resume, contact information for 3 references, and a cover letter to: careers@glacierinstitute.org
We look forward to reviewing your materials!
Field Camp Camp Host
Position Title: Camp Host
Reports to: Site Supervisor
Pay Rate: $2,300 per month / Housing is included
Term: May 19 - October 15, 2025
Under the direction of the Site Supervisor, the Camp Host is responsible for ensuring that their respective campus is ready and welcoming for all program participants. The Camp Host will often be the first person that overnight participants (youth or adult) meet and are the face of the Glacier Institute. This position will handle meal preparation at their designated site. We are hiring four Camp Hosts: two at Big Creek Outdoor Education Center (overnight youth education) and two at Field Camp (overnight adult education). The Glacier Institute holds a wide variety of nature based courses, all with the mission to get people to fall in love with the outdoors.
To Apply:
If this position sounds like the right fit, please submit a resume, contact information for 3 references, and a cover letter to: careers@glacierinstitute.org
We look forward to reviewing your materials!
Backcountry Youth Education Specialist
Position Title: Backcountry Youth Education Specialist (BYES)
Reports to: Youth Program Director
Pay Rate: $2300 per month
Term: June 2, 2025 - August 15, 2025
Under the direction of the Youth Program Director, the Youth Backcountry Education Specialist is responsible for the delivery of on trail educational programming and will be based out of our Big Creek Youth Outdoor Education Campus. BYES will be responsible for instructing our Intro, Intermediate, and Advanced backpacking courses to participants ranging from ages 9-16. BYES will lead educational hikes within Glacier National Park as well as the surrounding Flathead National Forest. The Glacier Institute specializes in place-based, hands-on learning of the natural sciences and cultural history, and we strive to empower students of all ages. Our ideal candidate has a strong background in backcountry travel and the hard skills necessary to provide quality education and experience to participants.
Applicants should know this is a job with variable hours, high physical demand, and the possibility of operation in inclement weather. BYES need to be motivated by the mission to strengthen connections to the natural world through outdoor education, and understand that investing in our youth is of utmost importance to our mission.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
Candidate Qualifications:
Compensation:
To Apply:
If this position sounds like the right fit, please submit a resume, contact information for 3 references, and a cover letter to: careers@glacierinstitute.org.
We look forward to reviewing your materials!
Youth Outdoor Education Specialist 1
Position Title: Youth Outdoor Education Specialist I (YOES)
Reports to: Youth Program Director
Pay Rate: $2300 per month
Term: March 10th, 2025 - October 15th, 2025
Under the direction of the Youth Program Director, the Youth Outdoor Education Specialist I is responsible for the delivery of educational programming at our Big Creek Youth Outdoor Education Campus. You will be responsible for instructing courses to a variety of school groups and summer camps, ranging from ages 7-16. Youth Outdoor Education Specialists will lead educational hikes within Glacier National Park as well as the surrounding Flathead National Forest. The Glacier Institute specializes in place-based, hands-on learning of the natural sciences and cultural history, and we strive to empower students of all ages. Our ideal candidate has an innate curiosity, zest for learning, and a passion for youth education.
Applicants should know this is a demanding job with variable hours, but the impact for our community is evident. Youth Outdoor Education Specialists need to be motivated by the mission to strengthen connections to the natural world through outdoor education, and understand that investing in our youth is of utmost importance to our mission.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
Candidate Qualifications:
Compensation:
To Apply:
If this position sounds like the right fit, please submit a resume, contact information for 3 references, and a cover letter to: careers@glacierinstitute.org.
We look forward to reviewing your materials!
Big Creek Site Supervisor
Position Title: Big Creek Site Supervisor
Reports to: Director of Operations
Supervises: Camp Host
Pay Rate: $2,800 / Housing is included
Term: March 3, 2025 - October 18, 2025
Under the direction of the Director of Operations, the Big Creek Site Supervisor is responsible for ensuring smooth operations at the campus. This position will be required to live onsite and handle the daily operations at Big Creek Outdoor Education Center. The Glacier Institute specializes in place-based, hands-on learning of the natural sciences and cultural history, and site supervisors are an integral part of ensuring that we achieve our mission.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
Candidate Qualifications:
Compensation
To Apply:
If this position sounds like the right fit, please submit a resume, contact information for 3 references, and a cover letter to: careers@glacierinstitute.org
We look forward to reviewing your materials!
Big Creek Outdoor Education Intern
Position Title: Big Creek Outdoor Education Intern
Reports to: Lead Educator
Pay Rate: $200 / month
Term: June 9th, 2025 - August 15th, 2025
Major Function:
The primary goal for this internship is to grow as educators. The Glacier Institute’s seasoned educators will mentor interns and introduce them to the outdoor education field. Interns play an essential role in the operation of the Glacier Institute’s Big Creek Outdoor Education Center, our youth campus. The Glacier Institute specializes in place-based, hands-on learning of the natural sciences and cultural history, and interns are an integral part of ensuring that we achieve our mission.
By the end of the season, interns will be able to co-teach Glacier institute classes under the mentorship of an Outdoor Education Specialist II.
Applicants should know this is a demanding job with variable hours. Because of the unpredictable nature of our work, applicants need to know how to prioritize customer service in adverse conditions. Interns need to be motivated by the mission to strengthen connections to the natural world through outdoor education, and understand that investing in our participants is of utmost importance.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
Professional Development
Candidate Qualifications:
To Apply:
If this position sounds like the right fit, please submit a resume, contact information for 3 references, and a cover letter to: careers@glacierinstitute.org. We look forward to reviewing your materials!
Marketing Manager
The Glacier Institute is seeking someone to join our team to manage marketing campaigns. This person will report directly to the Director of Development and should have experience with public relations, monitoring social media platforms, setting up email blasts, following brand standards, and managing new marketing campaigns. In addition to being an excellent communicator, the candidate should have excellent multitasking and organizational abilities.
Responsibilities:
Requirements:
Compensation:
To Apply:
If this position sounds like a fit, please submit a resume, 3 reference contacts, and a cover letter to mrigg@glacierinstitute.org and include the title of the position you are applying for in your cover letter and subject line of your email. If you have any sort of digital portfolio, please send that as well.
We look forward to reviewing your materials.
How to Apply
Please send all application materials to careers@glacierinstitute.org.
Please apply with a Cover Letter, Resume, and contact information for three (3) references.
Contact Info
- Dawn Glynn
- dawn@glacierinstitute.org
- glacierinstitute.org
