On-Call Outdoor Adventures Guide: Lead Hikes & Explorations

Desert Mountain Club; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Tuition reimbursement

Medical coverage

Job summary

Desert Mountain Club is seeking an Outdoor Adventures Guide to lead and assist member groups on hiking and educational outings. You will work with fellow guides to ensure safety, share knowledge of local flora, fauna, geology, and history, and help plan multi-day excursions.

Ideal candidates have prior hiking-guide experience, a valid driver’s license, and Wilderness First Aid certification or willingness to obtain within six months.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Driver's License with no traffic violations in the last 3 years.
• Wilderness First Aid – First Responder certified or must obtain within 6 months of employment.
• Previous experience guiding hiking groups and outdoor recreational experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Guide individuals or groups.
• Lead hiking, educational trips, multi-day trips, off-property excursions, and related Outdoor Adventures events.
• Work independently or as part of a team; prioritize safety and health.
• Foster positive customer relations and interpret surroundings (wildlife, geology, history).
• Assemble equipment, coordinate meals, and complete necessary paperwork.
• Drive a passenger van or shuttle on various roads; instruct and demonstrate related skills.

Skills

Outdoor guiding

Hiking leadership

First Aid/First Responder

Team collaboration

Job description

Desert Mountain Club is seeking an Outdoor Adventures Guide to lead and assist member groups on hiking and educational outings. You will work with fellow guides to ensure safety, share knowledge of local flora, fauna, geology, and history, and help plan multi-day excursions.

Ideal candidates have prior hiking-guide experience, a valid driver’s license, and Wilderness First Aid certification or willingness to obtain within six months.