Wilderness Programs Fellow

Description:

The High Mountain Institute (HMI) is dedicated to connecting students to the natural world through a rigorous academic program, extended wilderness trips, and fostering essential leadership and communication skills in a community of shared responsibility. 

Job Responsibilities:

• Co-lead outdoor expeditions, including backpacking, rock climbing, and/or other activities, for up to 14 weeks per year. Activity assignments are based on individual competencies.

• Provide logistical support to various HMI programs, including trip preparation, equipment organization and maintenance, paperwork, transportation, and communication. This may require extended travel in the Rocky Mountain West and/or Chilean Patagonia.

• Assist in managing the HMI Gear Room.

• Serve on HMI’s emergency response team for up to 16 weeks per year.

Suggested Qualifications:

• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with various groups.

• A passion for the outdoors.

• Prior outdoor leadership experience.

• Experience working with high school and/or college-aged students.

• Excellent organizational and planning skills, including multitasking and delegating.

• Computer skills, including proficiency with Google Suite.

• Willingness to work a flexible schedule.

• Current Wilderness First Responder (WFR) certification.

Physical Requirements:

• Must have a valid driver’s license.

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

• Must be able to stand for long periods, perform frequent squatting and reaching.

• Must be able to backpack for 10-18 days at a time.