December 10, 2007

The Canyons Ski Patrol Zone Supervisor

The Canyons, Utah's Largest Ski Resort, is seeking qualified applicants for ski patrol zone supervisor. Applicants must be: expert skiers, possess a current OEC, EMT, or WFR certification, be physically fit, and be motivated to work outdoors in all conditions.

Previous experience in ski patrol, avalanche control, or other outdoor industries is mandatory. Responsible for daily operations of 3-4 patrol stations and 12-16 patrollers. Opportunities for growth, competitive wages, Excellent Privileges, and a fun work environment.

For full details and to apply visit www.thecanyons.com or email Jake Hutchinson at jhutch@thecanyons.com

November 9, 2007

Solitude Ski Resort

Solitude Professional Ski Patrol is currently hiring a full time position for the 07-08 season.

Expert skiing skills and a current medical certification is required.

Please contact Marvin Sumner at:
marvin@skisolitude.com or call (801)536-5754

October 15 , 2007

Park City Powder Cats

Uinta Mountains
Oakley, Utah

Guide
Park City Powder Cats is accepting applications for guides.

Primary duties: Guiding in avalanche terrain, snow cat operation, snow safety.
Season: Late December to late March.
Minimum requirements: Three (3) years ski patrolling at Class A avalanche area or related experience, OEC/EMT.
Salary: Dependent on experience, range $2000-$3500/month plus generous tips. Equipment provided.
Contact : Bill Nicholson pccat@xmission.com

(801) 631-9783
Resume and in-person interview required.
For more information on PCPC see www.pccats.com

October 10 , 2007

Silverton Mountain Ski Area Snow Safety Director Position Available

Silverton Mountain Colorado is currently taking applications for the position of Snow Safety Director.  Ideal applicants would have a ski patrol background with extensive blasting experience AND experience forecasting for a helicopter skiing operation.  Experience with multiple snow climates a plus.

Must be energetic and a strong skier as Silverton Mtn has one fixed grip chairlift that accesses 1,819 acres of expert only terrain.  Plan on hiking 30 minutes to an hour with a full pack while working.  Silverton Mountain also has a small scale helicopter skiing program.  If you enjoy a challenge and lots of blasting Silverton might be right for you. Check out our website at silvertonmountain.com . Pay DOE.

Contact Aaron Brill via email at 
info@silvertonmountain.com
970-387-5706

September 24, 2007

The Canyons Ski Patrol Positions

The Canyons, Utah's Largest Ski Resort, is seeking qualified applicants for ski patrol. Applicants must be: expert skiers, possess a current OEC, EMT, or WFR certification, be physically fit, and be motivated to work outdoors in all conditions.

Training or previous experience in ski patrol, avalanche control, or other outdoor industries is desirable but not mandatory. Opportunities for growth, competitive wages, Excellent Privileges, and a fun work environment.

Come ski and work in the Greatest Snow on Earth!
Apply online at http://www.thecanyons.com

APPLICATION DEADLINE: NOVEMBER 1, 2007

Jake Hutchinson
Ski Patrol Director

JULY 24, 2007 =POSISTIONS CLOSED=

Alyeska Ski Patrol Positions

Alyeska Resort is currently accepting applications for professional ski patrol positions.

We are looking for experienced hands with OEC or Alaska EMT with current CPR. Expert skiing skills required. Avalanche mitigation skills a plus, will train the right folks. We have on average about 40 full on avalanche mitigation days per season. Our season starts in mid November and goes till end of April. Average snowfall is 630” at 2750' station. Alyeska is under new management with a new vision and direction. We will be adding new lifts and expanding terrain in the near future.

This is a very exciting time here at Alyeska and if you would like to be part of the team this could be what you're looking for.

For more information contact Jim Kennedy at snowsafety@alyeskaresort.com

907-754-2272 office

-CLOSED- January 20, 2007

USGS Northern Rocky Mountain Field Station

West Glacier, MT

The USGS Northern Rocky Mountain Science Center anticipates hiring a seasonal avalanche technician for the spring of 2007. The primary duties would be collecting data for avalanche research projects and providing daily avalanche hazard forecasts during the spring opening of the Going-to-the-Sun Road in Glacier National park, MT. The ideal candidate would have previous avalanche forecasting and teaching experience, previous experience maintaining and operating automated weather stations, familiarity with word processing, database and image processing software and excellent backcountry travel skills. This would be a temporary, seasonal position running from late March through late June.

For more information contact Blase Reardon at 406.888-7926 or blase_reardon@usgs.gov.

-CLOSED- January 20, 2007

Solitude Mountain Resort
Ski Patrol

Solitude Mountain Resort, Utah is currently interviewing for a full-time ski patrol position open immediatley.  All applicants must be expert skiers and have a current EMT-B, OEC, or equivilent and CPR certification.

Contact Marvin Sumner at (801)536-5754 or marvin@skisolitude.com

-CLOSED- September 21, 2006

Soldier Snowcats Lead Guide
Soldier Mountain Ski Resort
Fairfield, Idaho

Soldier Mountain Ski Resort is accepting applications for the position of Lead Guide for our Soldier Snowcats cat skiing operation. The successful applicant shall posses a minimum Level II (Level III preferred) backcountry guide's license, minimum 5 years backcountry guiding experience, experience handling explosives, and Advanced First Aid, WFR, OEC, or EMT (minimum 48 hrs). Must be an organized self starter with good communication skills and a great personality.
Salary DOE + commissions.

Email Resume to: info@soldiermountain.com
Mail Resume to: P.O. Box 510 Fairfield, ID 83327
Or Call: (208) 764-2526

-CLOSED- September 21, 2006

The Canyons Ski Resort
Ski Patrol Supervisor

The Canyons in Park City, UT is accepting applications for Ski Patrol Supervisor position.  Applicants should have a minimum 5 years professional patrol experience in an avalanche environment, current OEC or EMT,  and possess strong leadership and guest service skills.

Full details available online at www.thecanyons.com or email at jhutch@thecanyons.com

-CLOSED- September 19, 2006

UTAH DEPT. OF TRANSPORTATION
AVALANCHE FORECASTER
$12.57 - $19.91 per hour

The purpose of the job of UDOT Avalanche Forecaster is to provide safe travel on State Roads that pass through snow avalanche areas. Monitoring the snowpack and weather on a continual basis in order to maintain an understanding of conditions in the avalanche paths that threaten State Roads; determining when conditions exist that suggest snow avalanches may pose a threat to travel on State Roads; determining what measures are appropriate to mitigate the threat posed by snow avalanches to travel on State Roads; and participating in the mitigation of the avalanche hazard to State Roads.

Working in hazardous & severe winter weather conditions. Retrieve information from remote backcountry weather collection stations. Use of military artillery or explosive charges to reduce avalanches. Snow ski in steep terrain. Hiking and climbing.

Must live in or be willing to relocate to within a 30 minute response time from home to the Provo Canyon maintenance station. All incumbents in this class must have a Class "A" CDL with a hazmat endorsement (must be 21 years old) or must obtain one within 60 days of hire.

Preference will be given to applicants with previous experience in avalanche control and related experience. Additional preference may be given to those certified in outdoor emergency care.

TO APPLY ONLINE VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT https://statejobs.utah.gov

Job # 10362

-CLOSED- August 31, 2006

Eaglecrest Ski Area
Professional Ski Patrollers
Positions for 2006-2007 season

Eaglecrest Ski Area is accepting applications for Ski patrol positions. We are looking for mature responsible team players, who have a valid NREMT or Alaska EMT or OEC certificate with current BLS level CPR w/AED. Advanced/expert skiing ability required. Avalanche control experience, education or certification a plus but we provide training to qualified applicants. Must have first-rate guest service skills.

Applications available at www.skijuneau.com or www.juneau.org/cbjobs

Applications need to be submitted by 10/15/06

Mail CBJ application to: Eaglecrest Ski Area 155 S. Seward St. Juneau, AK 99801

Or fax to 907.790.2003.

For additional information contact: brian_davies@ci.juneau.ak.us

-CLOSED- August 9, 2006

Kirkwood Ski Patrol
2006-2007 season and beyond

Kirkwood Ski Patrol would like to hire people with the right blend of temerity and sound judgement.  Must work hard and ski hard.  Kirkwood has a Class A avalanche rating.  In addition to expert skiing skills, one must be an EMT, OEC, or First Responder.
Contact humanresources@kirkwood.com

-CLOSED- July 6, 2006

CAIC
The Colorado Avalanche Information Center (CAIC) is a division of the Colorado Geological Survey within the Colorado Department of Natural Resources. Our mission is to promote safety by reducing the impact of avalanches on recreation, industry, and transportation in the State of Colorado through a program of forecasting, education and applied research.

The CAIC has six offices throughout the State and 13 employees. We provide daily mountain weather and avalanche forecasts for backcountry regions and transportation corridors within the State of Colorado. We work in a close partnership with the Colorado Department of Transportation. The CAIC also teaches avalanche safety and science courses from novice to professional level. During the 2005-2006 operating season, CAIC staff taught 118 courses to over 4000 students.

The following jobs will be filled during the late summer and early fall of 2006 for the 2006-2007 operating season. The positions will be filled through the State of Colorado Human Resources system. Initial inquires can be sent to Ethan Greene at ethan.greene@state.co.us.

Avalanche Forecaster-Silverton
This individual will work in the CAIC-Silverton Office. The Silverton Office is responsible for monitoring snow, weather and avalanche conditions in the US550, CO145 and CO110 transportation corridors. CAIC staff produces daily avalanche forecasts for CDOT and San Juan County road workers. The forecasting portion of this job includes: collecting field data on snow, weather and avalanche conditions, monitoring avalanche activity along the transportation corridor, consulting with CDOT, San Juan County, BLM and USFS on snow and avalanche conditions, writing daily avalanche forecasts. In addition this position will help train CDOT personnel on avalanche safety issues and conduct avalanche accident investigations. Candidate should have: operational avalanche forecasting experience, strong written and spoken communication skills, excellent fitness and winter backcountry travel skills, and a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office software. Additional preference will be given to candidates with a degree in a science field and working knowledge of Campbell Scientific remote data collection systems. This individual must be highly motivated and be able to work independently. Work demands typically run from late October until early May depending on funding.

Avalanche Forecaster-Boulder
This individual will work in the CAIC-Boulder Office. The Boulder Office is located within the National Weather Service Forecast Office and is responsible for monitoring snow, weather and avalanche conditions throughout the State of Colorado. CAIC staff produces daily avalanche forecasts for the backcountry and weather forecasts for the mountain passes of Colorado. The forecasting portion of this job includes: collecting field data on snow, weather and avalanche conditions, writing daily avalanche and weather forecasts, consulting with various government and non-government groups on avalanche conditions, and interacting with the media. In addition this position is responsible for teaching recreation and professional level courses on avalanche safety and science, and conducting avalanche accident investigations. Candidate should have: a Bachelor of Science degree in meteorology, geography, geology, hydrology, engineering or a closely related field, operational avalanche forecasting experience, strong written and spoken communication skills, excellent fitness and winter backcountry travel skills, a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office software.Additional preference will be given to candidates with a working knowledge of Campbell Scientific remote data collection systems, web technology or geographic information systems. This individual must be highly motivated and be able to work independently. The work season begins on November 1 and ends April 30th.

Avalanche Education Coordinator-
This individual will work out of the Boulder Office, but may work remotely depending on the work load and personal productivity. The Education Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the CAIC’s statewide education program. This includes receiving and scheduling requests for education courses, as well as teaching courses. Most of the courses are at the awareness level, but teaching more advanced courses is possible depending on experience. This individual could also be involved with developing curricula for new courses. Candidates should have: excellent written and spoken communication skills, prior experience teaching backcountry avalanche safety, excellent fitness and winter backcountry travel skills, experience with modern avalanche rescue techniques, a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office software. Additional preference will be given to candidates with a college degree in education or science. This individual must be highly motivated and be able to work independently. The work load is part-time from October 1 through March 31.

Contact Ethan Greene at ethan.greene@state.co.us

Avalanche Forecaster
Sierra Avalanche Forecast Center
Truckee, CA

The Sierra Avalanche Center (SAC) anticipates hiring two Avalanche Forecasters (GS-8 pay or equivalent) beginning in the winter 2006-2007. The positions will be part time (32 hrs/week), seasonal based in Truckee, CA and will be supervised by the Winter Sports Specialist on the Truckee Ranger District. Responsibilities include administration work for the avalanche center and back country avalanche forecasting for the mountains of the east side of the Sierra Nevada range in California. For information on the SAC visit avalanche.org and click on Truckee. For additional information, contact Bob Moore at (530) 587-3558 or rhmoore@fs.fed.us.

Resumé or application directions: In your resume or application, please list all employment and volunteer experience that qualifies you for this position. Be sure to be specific about length of employment, past supervision and details regarding specific duties.

On separate pages, specifically address each of the following selection criteria. Show how which positions or volunteer experience fulfills the selection criteria.

Selection Criteria: Address the following selection criteria:

Avalanche Skills--Applicant must demonstrate professional experience (or equivalent) in most aspects of avalanche science and avalanche forecasting. Knowledge must include snow stability evaluation, route finding, snow and avalanche physics and avalanche hazard forecasting. Include ski patrol experience and address familiarity with the Sierra Nevada snow pack and climatology.

Meteorology Skills–Applicant must demonstrate knowledge of mountain weather forecasting using standard National Weather Service products such as weather maps, satellite imagery, radar imagery and other weather forecasting tools.

Safe Travel Skills--Applicant must demonstrate professional experience (or equivalent) of traveling safely in hazardous avalanche terrain on skis and snowmobile. Applicant must also be in excellent physical condition.

Communication Skills--Applicant must demonstrate communication skills such as public speaking and writing to explain complex physical phenomena in simple terms.

Computer Skills--Applicant must demonstrate competency in typing and proficiency with standard Windows-based computer applications such as word processing programs, spreadsheets and Internet applications.

Administrative Skills–Applicant must have experience in program administration, budgets, grant preparation, fund raising and report writing.

Working with Others: Applicant needs to demonstrate a record of past experience in working with volunteers, cooperators, and other avalanche professionals.

-CLOSED- Feb. 17, 2006

Tamarack Resort LLC

Professional Ski Patroller Positions
For the 2006 - 2007 season

Tamarack Resort is currently taking applications for motivated and experienced Professional Ski Patrollers. Individuals should be capable of skiing/riding advanced terrain and working in all weather conditions.

Tamarack is located in Valley County, Idaho and just 8 miles west of the town of Donnelly. We are under current development of the base area facilities, including hiking, biking, ski trails. Our 18-hole golf course was opened last summer. Our mountain has 2800 vertical ft. on 1700 acres with 350" of annual snow fall with ridge top access to an abundance of backcountry skiing. 6 lifts are currently built, with up to 3 lifts planned for the future. Excellent career opportunities. Please submit cover letter and resume.

Tamarack Ski Patrol is holding try-outs on April 7. For information call 208-325-1031

Requirements:
NREMT or Idaho EMT. Previous patrolling and avalanche experience preferred. Expert alpine, snowboarding, or tele-mark skills.

Benefits: Low skier count, Good pay, wage is dependent on experience. Health and dental insurance, 401k and opportunity for year-round work.

-CLOSED- 12/2/05

CHUGACH ADVENTURE GUIDES, LLC
OPERATIONS MANAGER ­ GIRDWOOD, ALASKA

Chugach Adventure Guides, LLC is currently seeking a year round Operations Manager for Heli-skiing, Snowcat Skiing, and Rafting operations in Girdwood, Alaska. The successful applicant will have a proven track record in logistics, personnel management, regulatory management and outdoor product delivery.

Resume to owens@chugachpowderguides.com
or
Box 641
Girdwood, AK 99587

-CLOSED- 11/6/05

Professional Ski Patroller Positions
For the 2005 - 2006 season

Whitepine Ski Area

White Pine Ski Area in Pinedale, Wyoming is seeking full time ski patrollers for the 2005/2006 ski season. White Pine is located in Wind River mountains, and may be seen at www.whitepineski.com .
Housing and benefits may apply.

Please contact Gary Wilson at (307) 367-2753 or (307) 360-8195 for consideration.

08/16/2005

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SOLITUDE MOUNTAIN RESORT
PROFESSIONAL SKI PATROL

Position: Ski Patrol, Full-Time
November 2005 - April 2006 Season

Requirements:
· Utah EMT-B or equivalent by second season
· OEC or equivalent for first season
· Previous ski patrol and avalanche control work
· Expert alpine or telemark skiing ability
· Strong mountaineering skills
· Team player with strong leadership skills

Job Description:
Solitude Mountain Resort, Utah, is located in the heart of the Wasatch Mountains with an average snowfall over 500 inches. Ski Patrol is responsible for all mountain rescues, general ski patrol duties and avalanche control work. We have over 20 designated avalanche control routes and all patrollers are expected to be involved with all aspects of control work. Solitude Ski Patrol also runs a backcountry guiding program from the resort.

Contact: Marvin Sumner, Ski Patrol Director
Email marvin@skisolitude.com or call (801) 536-5754.

Ski Patrol encourages interested candidates to apply in person this season for positions next season.

03/8/05

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We are looking for experienced patrollers(5+years) who would like to work at a class A avalanche area.

Our pros have the opportunity to run a number of control routes, respond to various types of trauma, and work on a number of situations in a high angle setting.

Opportunities to join a progressive patrol and take on responsibilities.
Positions for next season being considered at this time.
Please contact Assistant Patrol Director Mike Morris at:

mmorris@snowbird.com

03/7/05

PROFESSIONAL SKI PATROLLERS FOR 2005-2006 SEASON

The Yellowstone Club
www.theyellowstoneclub.com

The Yellowstone Club is looking for qualified ski patrollers for the next winter season. The Club is a one of a kind, private, resort in Big Sky, Montana. At present we ski 2,700 vertical feet, on 2500-plus acres of trails, bowls, glades, and avalanche prone ridge-top chutes, as well as ski in, ski out real estate. We are expanding and exploring new terrain with lift development in the near future.

Requirements: Motivated and experienced Professional Ski Patrollers. O.E.C. or Montana EMT-B certification required. Previous ski patrol and avalanche control experience helpful.

Benefits: Low skier count. Good pay, O.T. after 40 hours, equipment allowance, paid holidays, vacation pay, 401k, insurance plan. Opportunity for year-round employment.

Please send a resume and application. An on-snow interview this spring is strongly recommended.

Contact: Tom Leonard, Ski Patrol/Snow Safety Director
PO Box 161097 Big Sky MT. 59716

tleonard@ycemail.com
406-995-2901

03/7/05

Professional Ski Patroller wanted:
 
Silverton Mt. Ski Area
Silverton , Colorado
 
With 145% of average snow this season the skiing has been great.  Unfortunately injuries have plagued our patrol and we need help from tomorrow through the end of our season, long term employment available.
 
We require current OEC and a Level II Avalanche Training.  Blaster's Card is helpful and previous control work a must.
We have one fixed grip lift and then hike 30 minutes to an hour with a full pack everyday.  Our operation is still guided up to 80 skiers a day. This may change next year if the BLM grants us a non guided permit.
Must be a strong skier. Check out our website,  info@silvertonmountain.com
 
 
If interested contact: Pat Ahern, Ski Patrol Director
970-729-1736
pat@independence.net

01/28/05

Glacier National Park; Avalanche Specialist

Glacier National Park is currently advertising for an avalanche specialist to assist with the spring opening of the Going-to-the-Sun Road. The specialist will serve as 1 of 2 avalanche specialists providing avalanche hazard forecasts for employees clearing snow from the GTSR. Duties include conducting snow stability tests, writing daily avalanche forecasts, maintaining a database of snow, avalanche and weather observations, maintaining 2 automated remote weather stations, training road crew personnel in avalanche rescue practices, assisting road crew as a spotter, and serving as on-site rescue leader. The avalanche specialist will be supervised by the Roads Supervisor (Stuart Nuss, 406-888-7961) and will work under the direction of the lead avalanche specialist (Blase Reardon, 406-888-7926).

The program is in its third full season; it differs from many other highway avalanche safety programs in that the goal is ensuring worker safety, not traffic safety. We are looking for someone with excellent backcountry travel skills, excellent interpersonal skills, and experience forecasting for a highway, ski area or other facility. Experience maintaining automated remote weather stations and databases would be very helpful. The position will start roughly the first week in April and end after the road is opened (typically the 1 st week in June).

The position is advertised as a GS-7 meteorological technician; the announcement is available at www.usajobs.org as vacancy announcement GLAC DEU-05-18.

Applications must be postmarked by Feb. 7, 2005. For more information about the application process, contact the Glacier NP Human resources office (Mara Mitchell or Gail Pauley at 406-888-7877).

-CLOSED- 10/25/2004

Backcountry Avalanche Forecaster – Salt Lake City, Utah

The Forest Service Utah Avalanche Center is looking of a qualified backcountry avalanche forecaster. The position involves
doing fieldwork in backcountry avalanche terrain, issuing backcountry
avalanche advisories to the public and teaching avalanche classes to the public. It is a seasonal position without benefits and is a GS-8,

The applicant must have excellent avalanche skills, be in excellent
physical condition, be able to travel safely in hazardous backcountry
avalanche terrain on both skis and snowmobiles, be a good public speaker and writer, have a pleasant personality and work well with others. The applicant should have a college degree in a technical field such as meteorology, engineering, geology, geography or computer science, but experience in place of a degree is acceptable. They must also have at least the equivalent of a level II avalanche training and demonstrated practical avalanche experience such as doing avalanche control for a class A ski area, helicopter guiding or backcountry guiding. Finally, the applicant must have demonstrated computer skills in most common software programs such as word processors, spreadsheets and web site maintenance.

This position involves a lot of responsibility and they will often work
alone in producing the avalanche advisory usually after telephone
consultation with other avalanche professionals in the Salt Lake office,
but they should have sufficient avalanche skills to work alone when
necessary.

To apply, go to the web site www.usajobs/opm/gov and type Meteorological Technician into the search field for Utah. The applications must be postmarked by Friday, October 29 th.

Contact:
Bruce Tremper
Director, Forest Service Utah Avalanche Center
btremper@fs.fed.us

-CLOSED- 10/08/2004

THE CANYONS RESORT
Professional Ski Patrol Positions Open

The Canyons in Park City, UT is currently accepting applications for
Full-time patrollers for the 2004-2005 ski season. We are a large class ‘A’
avalanche resort with over 40 control routes, and all patrollers actively
participate in control work. We average 360” of snow per season and have
about 40 control mornings per season.

Requirements:
- Current OEC (preferred) or EMT
- Current CPR
- Strong expert skier

Interested applicants can apply online at www.thecanyons.com
http://www.thecanyons.com or contact Human Resources at (435)615-2216

-CLOSED- 09/14/2004

Alpine Meadows Ski Area
is in search of a few hard working experienced patrollers for the 2004-2005 ski season.

Experience required:

EMT I Certified
Previous Patrol Experience
Strong Alpine skier or Telemarker
Avalanche Experience

Optional Experience:

Explosive and Avalanche Control

Application for employment will be required. E-mail Jeff Goldstone (Patrol Manager) at patrol@skialpine.com. Regarding employment or call the patrol office at 530-581-8230.
Leave a message on the answering machine we will be checking messages.

Alpine Meadows Ski Area is located near Tahoe City, Calif. Hwy 89 and Alpine Meadows Road.

-CLOSED- 06/03/2004

PROFESSIONAL SKI PATROLLER POSITIONS
FOR THE 2004- 2005 SEASON
SNOWBASIN UTAH

Snowbasin Utah is a class A avalanche area that backs up its abundant
natural snowfall with the largest automated snowmaking system in the western
hemisphere. This gives us a long ski season whether mother nature is
friendly or not. We have two 8 passenger gondolas, one high speed quad, a
jig back tram and five fixed grip lifts. We were the site for the 2002
Olympic speed events. Our season runs from Thanksgiving until around
Easter.

Current EMT or OEC cards and a CPR card are necessary. You must be an
expert skier and be willing to work. This is NOT a ski vacation.
Telemarkers are welcome.

Please apply online at www.snowbasin.com or call 801-620-1018.

-CLOSED- 05/17/2004

Professional Ski Patroller Positions
For the 2004 - 2005 season

Tamarack Resort LLC

Tamarack Resort - America's finest golf, ski, and lakefront destination resort; the first all-season resort of its kind to be built in the United States in over 22 years is currently taking applications for motivated and experienced Professional Ski Patrollers.

Tamarack is located in Valley County, Idaho and just 8 miles west of the town of Donnelly. We are under current development of the base area facilities, including hiking, biking, ski trails as well as a 18 hole golf course. Our mountain has 2800 vertical ft. on 2500 acres with 350" of annual snow fall with ridge top access to an abundance of backcountry skiing. 4 Poma lifts will be under construction this summer. Excellent career opportunities. Please submit cover letter and resume.

Requirements:
NREMT or OEC. Previous patrolling and avalanche experience. Expert alpine, snowboarding, or telemark skills.

Benefits: Low skier count, Good pay, wage is dependent on experience. Opportunity for year-round work.

Contact: Dave Williams - Mountain Guide / Patrol
Email: dwilliams@tamarackidaho.com or
Mail To:
Tamarack Resort LLC
Attn: Dave Williams
Po Box 840
Donnelly, Idaho 83615
208-325-1070

-CLOSED- 05/17/2004

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Current CPR required along with current state of Alaska EMT or NSP OEC
Must be available for pre-season training Nov 1st, 2004.

If you're looking for an Alaska adventure and like lots of snow Alyeska could be the place for you.
Interested applicants contact Alyeska Resort on the web:

Alyeskaresort.com

Snowsafety@alyeskaresort.com

Alyeska Resort Snowsafety
907-754-2272

07/01/2003

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6-9-03

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For the 03/04 winter season, the Manti-La Sal National Forest Avalanche Center will be potentially recruiting and filling 1-3 seasonal, GS-7, avalanche forecaster (meteorological technician) positions, duty
stationed in Moab, UT.

The job announcement is out, with a closing date of 8/1/03. Go to
OPMJobs on the www.opm.gov website. You will be looking for Vacancy Announcement # UTHR-0003-03 SS REL 2, for Forestry Aids and Technicians and/or Meteorological Technicians (same announcement for both job series). Be sure to indicate in your application that you are applying for the meteorological positions. Be sure to mail your application to the Manti-La Sal National Forest address in the job announcement.

Please forward this message to avalanche professionals you know and to avalanche email mailing lists you maintain. Thanks.

An additional job we will be recruiting for (the outreach notice and the job announcement have not been issued to date, and it could take awhile for them to get out), will be GS-07 or GS-08 Avalanche Center Director, permanent with benefits while actually employed (WAE), guarantee of 13 payperiods (26 weeks)

Anyone that is interested in this latter job, please let me know, so that I can send you the formal outreach when it comes out, and the "how to apply" information when the positions are advertised. Questions can be directed to me, Shannon, at the contact information below.

( Shannon Skibeness, Recreation/Trails and Wilderness Program Mgr
) South Zone (Moab/Monticello Ranger District)
( Manti-La Sal National Forest; P.O. Box 386; Moab, UT 84532
) email: sskibeness@fs.fed.us
( Phone: (435) 259-7155; FAX: (435) 259-7737

2/20/03

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Full time Positions beginning December 1, 2003.
Must be 21 years of age.
Alpine Skiers Only
Ski Pass, Employee discounts.
Best pay and benefits in the industry
Employee housing available
Duties include, but are not limited to, training in slope specific first
aid, hill safety and Mammoth Mt. Operations.
Mammoth is a Class A avalanche area with more than 1.6 million skiers per season.
Artillery and Hand charging. Average snowfall 350 inches. All patrollers participate in
Avalanche Control activities upon completion of training. Patrol candidates
must have current American Red Cross Emergency Response, EMT-1 or Outdoor
Emergency Care (NSP) and current certification for CPR (Professional),
Employment contingent on skiing ability. Ski Test available upon advanced
request for the remainder of 2003 ski season. Final Ski test for those not
testing this season December 1, 2003.

Contact us with one of the following methods:

Online applications: www.mammothmountain.com

1.800.472.3160 (xt. 3276)

email: lcarlson@mammoth-mtn

September 12, 2002

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Sugar Bowl Ski Patrol, with a full time staff of 17, and yearly visits of 240,000 is looking for full time patrollers for the 02-03 season.

We are located on Donner Summit, Lake Tahoe, with an average snowfall >400 inches, 7 control routes as a Class A avalanche area, and a fair amount of injury incidents.

Requirements:
EMT or OEC
1 season of experience
Able to pass skiing proficiency evaluation
Backcountry experience

Contact Jim Zaloga, Director
530-426-6759 or
Patrol@sugarbowl.com

3/21/03

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The Forest Service Utah Avalanche Center is looking of a qualified
backcountry avalanche forecaster for Logan, Utah. The position involves
doing fieldwork in backcountry avalanche terrain, issuing backcountry
avalanche advisories to the public and teaching avalanche classes to the
public.

The applicant must have excellent avalanche skills, be in excellent
physical condition, be able to travel safely in hazardous backcountry
avalanche terrain on both skis and snowmobiles, be a good public speaker
and writer, have a pleasant personality and work well with others. The
applicant should have a college degree in a technical field such as
meteorology, engineering, geology, geography or computer science, but
experience in place of a degree is acceptable. They must also have at
least the equivalent of a level II avalanche training and demonstrated
practical avalanche experience such as doing avalanche control for a class
A ski area, helicopter guiding or backcountry guiding. Finally, the
applicant must have demonstrated computer skills in most common software
programs such as word processors, spreadsheets and web site maintenance.

This position involves a lot of responsibility and they will often work
alone in producing the avalanche advisory usually after telephone
consultation with other avalanche professionals in the Salt Lake office,
but they should have sufficient avalanche skills to work alone when
necessary.

The Logan program has been operating for about ten years, but the most
recent forecaster has transferred to another office. Logan is a scenic
college town of about 40,000 and the applicant will live in Logan. The
forecasts serve backcountry recreationists, who are primarily snowmobilers
with some skiers. The applicant must be comfortable not only skiing
backcountry avalanche terrain, but riding snowmobiles in the backcountry,
talking with snowmobilers and teaching avalanche classes to snowmobilers.

Pay is a seasonal GS-8, which pays around $15 per hour. It involves 40
hours per week for around six months per season. The job has no health or
retirement benefits, but if reliable, long-term funding is demonstrated,
the position will probably be converted to a permanent position with
benefits. The position is supported by a state grant for motorized
recreation, for which we must compete each season. Although the prospects
look good for regular annual funding, in the short term, we must consider
the job as a year-to-year position.

The position will be open to accept application as soon as the personnel
department processes the paperwork and advertises the position. This
process can take some time but it will probably be in November but could be
as late as January.

Please e-mail a resume to the address below and, more importantly, monitor
the web site (www.usajobs.opm.gov) for job openings. It will probably be
listed as a "meteorological technician." Your resume does not enter you
into consideration for the job. You must also submit an official Forest
Service application, which you must postmark within the specified opening
period. Often the opening period lasts only a week, so the applicants must
monitor the web site regularly. I will try to contact qualified applicants
personally to notify them of the opening but I cannot guarantee it.

Contact:
Bruce Tremper
Director, Forest Service Utah Avalanche Center
btremper@fs.fed.us

August 14, 2002

---POSITIONS CLOSED---

Alyeska Resort is looking for experienced professional ski patrollers for the 2002-2003 season. The maritime climate of Southcentral Alaska can provide many challenges to any patroller. Alyeska is a class A avalanche area with an average snowfall of 628" at the
top of the mountain We normally have about 40 mornings of avalanche mitigation work
and daily assessments of outer areas.

Current CPR required along with EMT or OEC.

If you're looking for an Alaska adventure and like lots of snow, Alyeska could be the place for you. Interested applicants contact Alyeska Resort on the web at

Alyeskaresort.com

March 31, 2002

---POSITIONS CLOSED---

We are looking for mature, responsible people to fill some key spots on our patrol. Applicants must be strong alpine skiers, at least 21 years old and possess current EMT, OEC or WFR certification. Prior patrol experience and mountaineering or climbing skills are a plus.

Responsibilities include providing emergency medical care and evacuation, conducting extensive avalanche control, conducting search and rescues and managing skier safety concerns.

Before April 24, please address inquiries and resumes to:

            Ski Patrol

            33914 Crystal Mountain Blvd.

            Crystal Mountain, WA 98022

            (360) 663-3063

            cmpatrol@skicrystal.com

After April 24, contact:

            Paul Baugher

            39238 258^th Av SE

            Enumclaw, WA 98022

(360) 825-9261

pbaugher@aatbi.com

---POSITIONS CLOSED---

MANTI-LA SAL NATIONAL FOREST
MOAB RANGER DISTRICK
MOAB, UTAH

METEOROLOGICAL TECHNICIAN
(AVALANCHE FORECASTER) GS-1341-07

(INTERMOUNTAIN REGION, USDA FOREST SERVICE)
The Moab and Monticello Ranger District, Manti-LaSal National Forest, will soon be advertising to fill a position for a Meteorological Technician (Avalanche Forecaster) GS-1431-07 position. This is a permanent seasonal tour of Duty (Approx. October thru March) with the duty station in Moab, Utah. This notification is being circulated to inform prospective applicants of the opportunity and to determine interest in the position.

**OUTREACH RESPONSE**

Interested applicants, or those desiring further information, should contact Shannon Skibeness, Recreation Manager by telephone (435) 259-7155 or by email at sskibeness@fs.fed.us For information about qualifications and/or the application process, you may contact Elaine Pollock, Personnel Management Specialist, Manti-La Sal National Forest at 435-636-3504.

To receive a copy of the vacancy announcement, please complete and submit the Outreach Notice Form attached to the end of this document, by mail to Moab Ranger District, ATTN: Shannon Skibeness , P.O. Box 386, Moab, UT 84532 or by email to sskibeness@fs.fed.us. The vacancy announcement advertising this position will be released over the next several weeks and will be available at the USA Jobs website at http://www.usajobs.opm.gov (the U.S. Governments official website for jobs and employment information).

**THE POSITION**

This position is located on the Moab/Monticello Ranger District, Manti-La Sal National Forest where the incumbent will participate in interpreting current and expected weather and snow pack conditions. Produce an avalanche hazard advisory. Assess National Weather Service forecast and produce daily mountain weather forecast. Prepare daily-generalized avalanche advisories for backcountry travelers and others in the forecast area.

**LOCATION INFORMATION**

COMMUNITY: Moab is the only Utah community located on the Colorado River and is nestled in a valley with scenic red rock cliffs on both sides. An extremely rugged and beautiful desert terrain surrounds it. The La Sal Mountains, just 18 miles to the east, reach elevations of over 12,000 feet. The varied topography offers excellent and practically unlimited recreational opportunities throughout the year.

Moab lies in the heart of the Colorado River at an elevation of 4,000 feet. Moab population is 4,500 with Grand County's population 8,500. There is one grocery store, three drug stores, two hardware stores, numerous motels, hotels and bed and breakfast in and around the area. Shopping in larger Colorado communities can be done in Grand Junction, CO (110) miles.

CLIMATE: Because of its moderate climate, Moab has become a popular year-round playground. Moab has a short, mild winter and a long, moderate spring. Spring and fall are the most pleasant time of the year. January's average temperatures are 18"F for the lows and 39"F for the highs. Spring and Fall are 79"F for highs and 41"F for lows. Summer (July) 99"F highs and 64"F for lows.

HOUSING: Housing is limited. The average prices in 1999 were $123,800.00 for a home and $147,000.00 for a condo. A few homes and apartments are available for rent from $400.00 to $900.00 per month.

SCHOOLS: There are several schools in the Moab Area. We have College of Eastern Utah, a 2-year community college and Utah State University, a 4-year university. Two elementary schools K-3 with approximately 466 students, grades 4-6 approximately 383 students, grades 7-8 approximately 265 students and 9-12 approximately 506 students.

MEDICAL: Medical services include a hospital and a minor emergency clinic and dental offices.

CHURCHES: there are approximately 12 churches located in the Moab area, including Baptist, Catholic, Latter Day Saints, Non-Denominational, and Jehovah's Witnesses.

RECREATION: Over 90 percent of Grand County is "public land," administered by the Bureau of Land Management, the U.S. Forest Service, the State of Utah, the National Park Service, and State Parks. These lands have many diverse uses, including recreation, woodland products, wildlife management, livestock grazing and mineral resources. The Moab area brings biking, hiking, exploring, river running, canoeing, 4-wheeling, cross-country skiing, camping, horseback riding and golfing. There is fishing at nearby lakes and reservoirs, and hunting for mule deer, antelope, and elk.

OUTREACH NOTICE FORM

Yes, I'm interest in the position as an Avalanche Forecaster Specialist on the Moab/Monticello Ranger District, Manti-La Sal National Forest, and would like to receive a copy of the Vacancy Announcement.

Name: Date:

Address:

Email: Telephone:

Are you currently a Federal employee: YES NO

If YES, please list your current agency and location:

Please list current title, series, and grade:

Thank you for your interest!

04/24/01

---POSITIONS CLOSED---

Snow Safety Director

Silverton Mountain Ski Area

Located in the heart of the San Juan Mountains, Silverton Mountain Ski Area has carried out snow and terrain studies for operation of a new ski area just north of Silverton Colorado. All the terrain encompassed in this project is avalanche prone, and the focus of the ski area operation will be snow safety. We are looking for the right individual to take our operations and snow safety plans and implement them during our first year of lift serviced skiing (lift installation scheduled for July 2001). Potential fulltime work this summer for the right individual. If you have ski patrol and avalanche mitigation work experience and are looking for a challenging snow job that will get you in on the ground floor of a new and exciting concept in ski area development, we invite you to join us.

Requirements: EMT, OEC or WRF and CPR. Previous ski patrol and avalanche control work experience. Backcountry ski experience.

Continental snow pack and mountaineering experience and snow safety program development experience is helpful.

Lift, mechanical, or construction skills helpful.

Interested applicants contact Silverton Mountain on the web at info@silvertonmountain.com 

Silverton Mountain Human Resources 970-387-5706

Silverton Mountain Ski Area
PO Box  654
Silverton CO 81433

4/24/01

---POSITIONS CLOSED---

Located in the heart of the San Juan Mountains, Silverton Mountain Ski Area is carrying out snow and terrain studies for operation of a new ski area just north of Silverton Colorado. All the terrain encompassed in this project is avalanche prone, and the focus of the ski area operation will be snow safety. (lift installation scheduled for July 2001). A number of positions are available including assistant snow safety director, snow techs, and ski patrol.  Potential fulltime work this summer for the right individuals. If you have ski patrol and avalanche mitigation work experience and are looking for a challenging snow job that will get you in on the ground floor of a new and exciting concept in ski area development, we invite you to join us.

Requirements: EMT, OEC or WRF and CPR. Previous ski patrol and avalanche control work experience. Backcountry ski experience.

Continental snow pack and mountaineering experience and a willingness to assist in developing our program helpful.

Lift, mechanical, or general construction skills helpful.

Interested applicants contact Silverton Mountain on the web at info@silvertonmountain.com

Silverton Mountain Human Resources 970-387-5606

Silverton Mountain Ski Area
Box 654
Silverton CO 81433

02/27/01

 Professional Ski Patrollers for the 2001 –2002 Season

The Yellowstone Club

The Yellowstone Club is a private, membership only, resort in Big Sky, Montana. Currently undergoing a major development phase with base area facilities, 18-hole golf course, hiking, biking, and ski trails. Currently we ski 2700’ vertical on 2500 acres of trails, bowls, and ridge top chutes with 5 Dopplemayr lifts in place and 3-4 under construction this summer.

Requirements: EMT Certification. Previous pro ski patrol and avalanche control work experience helpful.

Benefits: Very low skier count. Good pay. OT over 40 Hrs. Paid holidays. Insurance package w/ dental and vision. Vacation pay. 401K. Opportunity for year-round work.

Contact: Bill Lerch, Ski Patrol Director

Patrol Dispatch: 406-995-7166

Patrol Office: 406-995-7413

Cell: 406-580-4361

skipatrol@ycemail.com

A personal interview and visit before closing in mid April would be very beneficial.

The Yellowstone Club, PO Box 161097, Big Sky, Montana 59716

10-29-2001

The Canyons Ski Resort
Assistant Ski Patrol Director ---CLOSED---

 The Canyons Ski Resort is looking for an assistant patrol director.  The position is full time seasonal, starting immediately and going through the end of the ski season.  Responsibilities include; hiring, Incident Investigation, training, supervision of all patrol duties and responsibilities, and providing superior guest service to our customers.  Job requirements include; a minimum of five years experience as a professional patroller in an avalanche environment, effective written and oral communicator, strong skier, current EMT or OEC certification, and at least two formal avalanche classes. 

Contact The Canyons Human Resources at:

Kevin Pohl (435)615-3335
Or online at www.thecanyons.com

---CLOSED---10/09/01
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT                                                                                    

Ski Patrol Director - Sundance Resort in Utah is looking for a Director of Ski & Bike Patrol Operations. The position is responsible for guest safety services, create & maintain rescue dog & boundry management programs. 5 years field experience in Ski Patrol and avalanche control in the Rocky Mountains is preferred. Successful candidates must have an active NSP membership, a positive track record and excellent leadership, communication and team building skills.
This is a year round position with Great Benefits!
Fax resumes to 801-223-4534 or email: hr@sundance-utah.com.

Samantha Varga
Human Resources
801-223-4276
svarga@sundance-utah.com
www.sundanceresort.com

Technical Representative-
Canadian Rockies
Backcountry Access, Inc.---CLOSED---

Backcountry Access is a leading manufacturer and distributor of ski touring and avalanche safety equipment, based in Boulder, Colorado. We are looking for a part-time technical representative based in Calgary, Canmore, or Banff to service the Canadian Rockies region.

BCA tech reps educate retailers, consumers, guiding and snow safety professionals on the proper use of our products. The product line includes Tracker DTS avalanche beacons, Companion and Chugach Pro shovel systems, Alpine Trekker ski touring adaptors, Low-Fat climbing skins, and our new Stash pack series.

Responsibilities:

• Provide morning and/or evening "product knowledge" clinics to sales staff at key outdoor retail shops

• Provide on-snow demonstrations to snow safety professionals, ski patrols, search-and-rescue groups, and at public avalanche awareness events

• Make verbal/slide presentations to groups at workshops and conferences

• Network with influential members of the backcountry skiing, guiding, and snow safety communities

• Provide demo products to professionals and groups on a loan basis

• Obtain product feedback from users and communicate with BCA product development team

• Provide documentation of tech rep activities to sales management at BCA headquarters

Requirements:

Strong backcountry skiing and snow safety experience, a knack for teaching others, and occasional travel.

Remuneration:

Payment is on a per-event and per-day basis. Travel, phone, food, and lodging expenses are covered. Two days of technical training is provided at BCA headquarters, Boulder.

Please e-mail or fax resume to:

Bruce Edgerly
Backcountry Access, Inc.
edge@bcaccess.com
(303)417-1625 fax
(303)417-1345 phone
www.bcaccess.com

AMERICAN AVALANCHE ASSOCIATION
The AAA is searching for the following position:          

JOB DESCRIPTION: EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
May 3, 2001                      ---CLOSED---

The American Avalanche Association is a non-profit member-based organization representing the professional interests of United States avalanche community, and devoted to providing information and education to the public. We are entering our sixteenth year. Our professional membership represents a majority of US workers, actively engaged in avalanche control, forecasting, education and research. We also have a strong Canadian and International membership. The organization has programs for education, scholarship and continuing professional development. The Avalanche Review (TAR) is an innovative publication delivered to the membership in six issues during the winter season, and is produced by a Publication Committee.

The Association seeks a creative and highly motivated Executive Director who can work independently as a self starter and responsible representative of the organization through contact with the membership, supporters, media, public and agencies. The Executive Director will act as an independent contractor and will report directly to the Executive Committee of the organization, which consists of four elected Professional Members. The American Avalanche Association is governed by a 21 member board consisting of elected officers, geographic Section Representatives and appointed Committee Chairs.

Specific Responsibilities:

" Be responsible for the day to day management of this small but effective non-profit (IRS 501{c}{3}) member-based organization with a c. $50,000 operating budget.
" Maintain an office presence (home or commercial) that will serve as a fixed point of contact and source of work activity. This position can be full time seasonal (winter) or part-time priority commitment with concurrent avalanche related employment. This structure can be developed between the applicant and the review committee (executive committee).
" Receive and deposit membership and other funds and maintain accurate financial records.
" Maintain membership records in a master database and be responsible for member recruitment and renewals. (New member review is through a volunteer membership committee of geographic section representatives.)
" Report to the Association President and Executive Committee with progress and program accomplishments.
" Organize and attend Governing Board meetings (twice per year). Represent the Association at industry-related meetings and conventions as determined though consultation with the Executive Committee.
" Organize a biennial continuing education seminar.
" This position will include travel in the Western US and the opportunity to interact with the very best avalanche workers in North America.

Necessary Skills and Qualifications:

" The Executive Director, ideally should come from the ranks as a professional avalanche worker, either currently an A3 Professional Member, or qualified to become one. Consideration of other experience and skills, especially in the non-profit sector, would count in the applicant's favor if this seemingly rigid qualification can not be met.
" Demonstrable creative writing, speaking and negotiating skills.
" Computer literacy, and the ability to manage an Access Database, or the willingness and talent to learn.
" Willingness to initiate work and perform duties on a flexible schedule.
" Ability to effectively work well with your Association Governing Board and a diverse group of members as well as the public, media and agency partners.

Compensation:

" The successful applicant will act as an independent contractor. Compensation will be $15,000/year with appropriate increase as budget and workload increases. Reasonable expenses are provided. Opportunities to expand the financial health of the organization and to increase compensation for the ED are available.

Applicants should contact the American Avalanche Association, c/o President Russ Johnson - PO Box 3364, Truckee, CA 96160 or: Rusty@neteze . A complete resume' with references is required of all applicants.
Applications will be accepted until August 1st, and selection made by September 1st, 2001.

Backcountry Access, Inc.   ---CLOSED---

Technical Sales Position

Backcountry Access is a leading manufacturer and distributor of snow safety and ski touring equipment, based in Boulder, Colo. The technical salesperson will take over most North American sales-related operations across the entire product line.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as main point of contact with retailers and snow safety professionals
• Coordinate pre-season and in-season sales campaigns, trade show contacts, and retailer follow-up by phone and e-mail
• Coordinate activities of existing BCA technical representatives
• Recruit new BCA technical reps as needed
• Serve as BCA tech rep for Rocky Mountain region(CO, UT, WY, ID, MT, NM)
• Provide technical clinics and demos to retailers, pros, and the public
• Assume management of Filemaker Pro sales/contacts database
• Implement the development of new markets for new and existing BCA products
• Assist in the development of technical training materials
• Assist in gathering product feedback from retailers, pros, and consumers
• Assist the marketing director in all sales-related marketing activities

Requirements:

Sales and backcountry experience required. Phone skills, travel essential. Computer and written/verbal communication skills important. Candidate should be an excellent skier with a strong snow safety and/or ski guiding background.

Compensation/benefits: Based on experience and qualifications.

Start date: August 1, 2001

Please fax or e-mail resume and references to:
Backcountry Access
Attn: Bruce E.
(303)417-1625

Email:  edge@bcaccess.com

Backcountry Access is a leading manufacturer and distributor of ski touring and avalanche safety equipment, based in Boulder, Colo. We are looking for a part-time technical representative based in Salt Lake City, for the Intermountain region, comprising Utah, Wyoming, Idaho, and Montana.

BCA tech reps educate retailers, consumers, guiding and snow safety professionals on the proper use of our products. The product line includes Tracker DTS avalanche beacons, Companion and Chugach Pro shovel systems, Alpine Trekker ski touring adaptors, Low-Fat climbing skins, and our new Stash pack series.

Responsibilities:

• Provide morning and/or evening "product knowledge" clinics to sales staff at key outdoor retail shops

• Provide on-snow demonstrations to snow safety professionals, ski patrols, search-and-rescue groups, and at public avalanche awareness events

• Make verbal/slide presentations to groups at workshops and conferences

• Network with influential members of the backcountry skiing and snow safety communities

• Provide demo products to professionals and groups on a loan basis

• Obtain product feedback from users and communicate with BCA product development team

• Provide documentation of tech rep activities to sales management at BCA headquarters

Requirements:

Strong backcountry skiing and snow safety experience, a knack for teaching others, and occasional travel.

Remuneration:

Payment is on a per-event and per-day basis. Travel, phone, food, and lodging expenses are covered. Two days of technical training is provided at BCA headquarters, Boulder.

E-mail or fax resume to:

Bruce Edgerly
Backcountry Access, Inc.
edge@bcaccess.com
(303)417-1625 fax
(303)417-1345 phone
www.bcaccess.com

THIS POSITION IS SUBJECT TO PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG TESTING AND RANDOM DRUG AND ALCOHOL TESTING OF EMPLOYEES AFTER HIRE. A CONDITIONAL OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT MAY BE MADE PENDING DRUG TEST RESULTS.

PURPOSE/DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: Monitor avalanche development on slopes above state roads and highways. Determine when the avalanche hazard has reached a level that may pose a threat to vehicle and pedestrian travel and, if necessary, initiates road closures. Directs avalanche reduction procedures that may require the use of specialized military artillery or hand delivered explosive charges or helicopter delivered explosive charges. On-call 24 hours. Responsible for ensuring winter safety in mountain canyons through the monitoring of the snow pack to predict possible avalanche danger. Assess risk and impose appropriate restrictions. Operate applicable safety equipment. Evaluates and monitors the avalanche hazard effecting State roads in Utah and takes necessary steps to reduce avalanche hazards effecting State roads in Utah. Maintains weather stations that provide data used to develop avalanche hazard forecasts for Utah State roads. Maintains accurate records of weather, snow pack, and avalanche data used to develop hazard forecasts. Upon employment, the incumbent must be able to obtain a Class C CDL with Hazmat endorsement for transportation of explosives. Performs other related tasks as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS/SKILLS: Knowledge of agency policies and directives regarding winter highway maintenance activities. Knowledge of methods and techniques of weather and avalanche forecasting and use of forecasting equipment. Knowledge of methods and techniques of reducing avalanche hazards including the use of weapons and explosives. Knowledge of snow dynamics and understanding of avalanche development. Knowledge of federal regulations pertaining to explosives. Knowledge of meteorology and weather analysis and weather forecasting. Knowledge of coordinating work groups appraising avalanche hazards. Ability to communicate orally and in writing with the public and with agency employees. Ability to work independently in unpleasant or hazardous conditions. Ability to lift up to 75 pounds. Hiring officials may identify additional related skills for their consideration as preference in making hiring and promotional decisions. Preference may be given to applicants with previous experience in avalanche control and rel