Senior Field Institute Programs Lead – Grand Canyon

First Nations Jobs Online; Grand Canyon Village (AZ); Hybrid; USD 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

GCC-subsidized housing

Office space if relocating

Health insurance options

Job summary

Grand Canyon Conservancy Field Institute seeks a Senior Program Manager to lead the development and management of Field Institute visitor programs, including curriculum development, staff supervision, budget oversight, risk management, and program logistics. This role partners with Grand Canyon National Park to ensure alignment and success.

The position is full-time, exempt, with hybrid remote or on-site options.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of professional work experience managing all elements of day and multiday educational programs for adults, children, and intergenerational audiences, preferably outdoor programs.
• Ability to spend up to 5 days in a wilderness environment while hiking with packs up to 40 pounds.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel; operate a 12-passenger van.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategy and curriculum for Field Institute visitor programs aligning with GCC and GRCA priorities.
• Recruit, train, and supervise 15-20 guides (contract and staff) for FI programming.
• Manage annual budget, contracts, invoicing, and risk management policies.
• Lead program calendars, collaboration with marketing, and evaluation reporting.

Skills

Communication

Staff supervision

Budget oversight

Risk management

Program development

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Outdoor program education

Field experience in outdoors

Tools

Microsoft Office

Rezdy

Arctic

Flybook

Job description

Grand Canyon Conservancy Field Institute seeks a Senior Program Manager to lead the development and management of Field Institute visitor programs, including curriculum development, staff supervision, budget oversight, risk management, and program logistics. This role partners with Grand Canyon National Park to ensure alignment and success.

The position is full-time, exempt, with hybrid remote or on-site options.