Night Incident Command Lead - Safety & After-Hours Ops

Ncascades; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 18,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided at minimal cost

Job summary

North Cascades Institute seeks an Overnight Incident Commander (OIC) to lead after-hours operations and respond to guest and staff needs at the Environmental Learning Center in the North Cascades. The role requires calm judgment, clear communication, and the ability to work in a remote setting.

On-site responsibilities include coordinating with daytime ICs, staff, and the on-site director to maintain safety, guest experience, and campus operations during overnights.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate kindly, clearly, and effectively through email, in person, and over the phone.
• Excellent customer service, situational awareness, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work respectfully with people from diverse backgrounds, cultures, identities and ages.
• Experience with emergency response, incident command, or risk management systems.
• Required Wilderness First Responder Certification – Current or ability to gain certification prior to start.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for after-hours needs and incidents.
• Collaborate with Daytime Incident Commanders, program staff, and on-site director for coordinated operations.
• Ensure guest experience, safety, and campus operations are handled consistently.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Incident command

Risk management

Outdoor work mindset

Education

Wilderness First Responder Certification

Job description

North Cascades Institute seeks an Overnight Incident Commander (OIC) to lead after-hours operations and respond to guest and staff needs at the Environmental Learning Center in the North Cascades. The role requires calm judgment, clear communication, and the ability to work in a remote setting.

On-site responsibilities include coordinating with daytime ICs, staff, and the on-site director to maintain safety, guest experience, and campus operations during overnights.