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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 2025 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.

Assistant Trail Crew Leader 

Assistant Trail Crew Leaders implement and administer project work with the guidance of a Trail Crew Leader and Program Manager. They support the day-to-day activities of a field crew and volunteer programs, and fill in for Trail Crew Leaders during absences. Primary duties include assisting in the implementation and management of single- and multi-day field projects, as well as instructing crew members, interns, volunteers, and youth conservation corps members in trail construction, maintenance, and restoration techniques. Assistant Trail Crew Leaders have a passion for stewardship and community, proven technical trail-building skills, and the ability to manage field resources in variable environments and locations. 

 

Status: Full-time, hourly, non-exempt, seasonal 

Season: Approximately 4/9 – 10/3 (some end dates flexible) 

Salary: $21 - $23 / hour 

 

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.

Trail Crew Leader 

Trail Crew Leaders provide in-the-field leadership to 4-8 crew members while executing and overseeing trail work, maintenance, restoration, and volunteer field programs under the general supervision of a Program Manager. Primary duties include implementing and managing single- and multi-day field projects; instructing crew members, interns, volunteers, and youth conservation corps members in trail construction, maintenance, and restoration techniques; overseeing tools and equipment maintenance; collecting project data in the field; and ensuring the quality of completed project objectives. Crew Leaders have a passion for stewardship and community, technical trail-building skills, leadership experience, and the ability to manage field resources in variable environments. They are excellent communicators who can lead and motivate their crew and volunteers to work toward exceptional public land stewardship. 

 

Status: Full-time, hourly, non-exempt, seasonal 

Season: Approximately 4/9 – 10/3 (some end dates flexible) 

Salary: $24 - $26 / hour 

 

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.

Position Announcement

Executive Director

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.