Snow Safety Manager

Irwin Backcountry Guides LLC; Crested Butte (CO); On-site; USD 61,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Irwin Backcountry Guides LLC in Crested Butte, CO seeks an experienced Snow Safety Manager to lead avalanche mitigation and snow safety operations in mountain environments.

You will develop and execute snow safety programs, monitor weather and snowpack conditions, and ensure guest and staff safety during the winter season from mid-November through mid-April. This is a full-time seasonal role requiring strong leadership, sound judgment, and the ability to perform under dynamic winter conditions.

Qualifications

• Experience leading avalanche mitigation and snow safety operations.
• Ability to monitor weather and snowpack conditions.
• Strong leadership and sound judgment in winter environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead avalanche mitigation and snow safety operations.
• Develop and execute snow safety programs for guests and staff.
• Monitor weather and snowpack to manage hazards.
• Ensure safety of guests, staff, and operations in mountain settings.

Skills

Avalanche knowledge

Job description

Irwin Backcountry Guides is seeking an experienced Snow Safety Manager to lead avalanche mitigation and snow safety operations in Crested Butte, Colorado. This role is responsible for developing and executing snow safety programs, monitoring weather and snowpack conditions, managing hazard mitigation activities, and helping ensure the safety of guests, staff, and operations in mountain environments. The ideal candidate has strong avalanche knowledge, leadership experience, sound judgment, and the ability to perform in dynamic winter conditions. This is a full-time, seasonal position offering a salary of $6,000 per month. The Winter season runs mid-November through mid-April.

Position type: Full Time, Seasonal