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Do you enjoy the outdoors, working hard and have a passion for conservation and stewardship? Rocky Mountain Field Institute (RMFI) is one of the leading trail stewards in Colorado and is headquartered near Garden of the Gods and Pikes Peak-America's Mountain in beautiful Colorado Springs. RMFI is gearing up for a busy 2026 season and looking to fill multiple positions.
Trail Crew Technician
Trail Crew Technicians are RMFI's primary on-the-ground workforce, implementing project work under the guidance of a Trail Crew Leader and Program Managers. Technicians will work on single- and multi-day field projects, accomplishing project objectives in trail construction, maintenance, restoration, erosion mitigation, and other stewardship objectives with a crew of 4-8 members.
Status: Full-time, hourly, non-exempt, seasonal
Salary: $19 - $21 / hour
Season: Approximately 4/9 – 10/3 (some end dates flexible)
To Apply: Click the link below to begin the online application. Complete all sections of the form, and on the final page, you’ll be prompted to upload your resume.
Be sure to upload your resume and click “Submit” to complete your application.
Rocky Mountain Field Institute (RMFI) is seeking an Executive Director to lead its mission of public lands stewardship and environmental education across Southern Colorado and the Pikes Peak Region. With a budget of $1.8M, and a team of 33 (8 full-time, and about 25 seasonal field staff), the Executive Director will provide strategic vision, ensure operational excellence, and serve as the chief ambassador for RMFI. This role includes advancing a dynamic strategic plan, overseeing trail and restoration projects, expanding education and research initiatives, and strengthening community partnerships. The ideal candidate will be a proven nonprofit leader with strong fundraising skills, financial acumen, and a deep commitment to stewardship, inclusivity, and volunteer-powered conservation.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
The Rocky Mountain Field Institute (RMFI) provides equal employment opportunities to all people regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, ancestry, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or any other protected status as established by law.
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and other applicable laws, RMFI is committed to providing equal opportunity to qualified individuals with disabilities who, despite such disabilities, can perform their jobs with or without reasonable accommodation. RMFI will attempt to provide reasonable accommodation to employees and job applicants with known disabilities, to permit them to perform their jobs safely and efficiently.