Summer Trip Leader

Applications for the 2027 season will be open soon! Join the WA community as a Trip Leader. Our Trip Leaders are the backbone of our programming. They bring the fun and are a mentor, a wilderness guide, a risk mitigator, and a role model, all in one. Job Description Wilderness Adventures is looking for Trip Leaders who are enthusiastic about working with students ages 10-18 in group settings. Leaders will guide groups of 8-13 students, with one or two co-leaders through exciting yet challenging adventure activities, as well as teach the curriculum designed for each of our programs. While trips can be mentally and physically challenging for leaders and participants, our Trip Leaders bring FUN to each day! Adventures range from one to six weeks in duration. Wilderness Adventures seeks leaders who will be positive influences on our students and inspirational role models who are devoted to supporting student growth and education throughout the trip all while creating a fun and non-competitive environment in which the students can thrive. We look for people who excel in decision‑making, adaptability, risk management, and have the ability to work effectively in a shared leadership position. Read more into the specifics about what it means to be a Trip Leader here ! So, what do we look for in a candidate for this role? A passion for working with youth A passion for living outside for an extended period of time A positive, can‑do attitude The ability and willingness to work through difficult situations. Including but not limited to: logistical complications, budget management, unexpected obstacles, interpersonal conflict with students, interpersonal conflict with co‑leaders, etc. Previous experience working with youth and in leadership positions Experience giving, receiving, and facilitating feedback Requirements Minimum 21 years old A valid U.S. Driver’s License A minimum of two professional references A Wilderness First Responder (WFR) medical certification or higher certification that is valid through our 2027 Season (June-August) – you do not need to currently have this certification to apply. We do offer a discounted WFR Course option for our staff! You will learn more about this through your interview process. A recent physical examination ensuring physical and mental health Salary & Benefits Experience‑based pay scale not limited to time working at Wilderness Adventures. First‑year leaders with 0 weeks of experience and baseline certifications will earn around $2600. We will request you submit an Experience/Field Log with dates, ages, and activities of times you have led overnight trips in the past. Bonus opportunities for leaders with additional certifications (i.e. WEMT, Lifeguard Certification, Teacher Certification, PADI) Opportunity to earn a WFR Certification at a discount through the Wilderness Adventures sponsored course (see FAQs at the bottom of this page for details) All program expenses are paid for once your contract has started with Wilderness Adventures (i.e. transportation and flights, all accommodations, meals on trip as well as days off, all activity fees) Access to a variety of pro‑deals with outdoor brands like Outdoor Research, Orvis, Mountain Hardware, Crocs, Smith, and more! Dates of Employment Required Summer Contract : May 29 – August 6, 2027 Option to Extend: 2027 Dates TBD (likely August‑October) Optional WFR Certification Course: 2027 Dates TBD Optional WFR Re‑cert Course: 2027 Dates TBD Complete an application through CampInTouch here . Submit a minimum of 3 professional references. Pass a series of three background checks. #J-18808-Ljbffr