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Adirondak Loj Manager

Location: Adirondak Loj, Heart Lake Program Center, Lake Placid, New York

Closing Date: Friday, Feb. 24, 2012

Start Date: When Filled

The Adirondack Mountain Club (ADK) seeks hospitality/culinary facilities professional to manage the ADK Heart Lake Program Center’s overnight accommodations and facilities including the Adirondak Loj, rental cabins, and campground in the High Peaks Wilderness Area of the Adirondack Park.

Responsibilities: Responsible for the efficient operation of Adirondak Loj, rental cabins, and campground at the Heart Lake Program Center. Supervise the overnight security of the property facilities and campground. Work with the JBL Coordinator to insure that JBL, Camp Peggy O’Brien, Grace Camp, and JBL lean-tos are clean, are well maintained and run efficiently. Coordinate with Food Service Supervisor and Front Desk Supervisor to develop and implement efficient operating procedures that are cost effective and provide a high quality of service. Promote a positive and service oriented attitude among North Country and Front Desk staff. Assist and coordinate with interviewing, hiring and evaluation of facilities staff. Oversee supervision and training of staff in housekeeping, kitchen, and front desk procedures. Encourage a friendly welcoming atmosphere at the lodges and promote positive relations with the local community. Develop annual budgets and provide monthly financial oversight.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in hospitality, food service, business, accounting, management, or any related field. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with a wide variety of guests, members, and staff. Proven ability to plan independently, organize, schedule, coordinate, and make decisions and judgments relating to assigned responsibilities. Experience in budget development and management; proven ability to work independently and as a team member; excellent communication and organizational skills; proficiency with point of sale systems, accounting and reservations software, spreadsheets, and databases.

Salary Range: Salary commensurate with experience. Benefit package.

Application: Send letter, resume, and references to Janet Morgan, Administrative Manager, Adirondack Mountain Club, PO Box 867, Lake Placid, NY 12946, 518-523-3480 Ext. 11, or ncadmin@adk.org.


North Country Maintenance Manager

Location: Adirondak Loj, Heart Lake Program Center, Lake Placid, New York

Closing Date: Friday, Feb. 24, 2012

Start Date: When Filled

The Adirondack Mountain Club (ADK) seeks maintenance/facilities professional to oversee and manage maintenance functions of Adirondack Mountain Club’s (ADK) North Country facilities and properties in the High Peaks Wilderness Area of the Adirondack Park.

Responsibilities: Overall responsibility for maintenance functions of ADK’s North Country properties. Maintain preventative maintenance schedules on all equipment, buildings and grounds. Strive to make ADK North Country properties a showcase for environmentally sound land management and conservation practices. Oversee North Country facilities’ physical plant, troubleshoot problems, and schedule routine maintenance and repair of systems. Provide for regular maintenance of all equipment, roadways, grounds, and built structures. In coordination with the ADK team, develop a list of priority projects and secure estimates. Manage maintenance budget, materials ordering and inventory control. Develop budgets for routine maintenance tasks and special projects and complete within budgets. Hire, supervise, and evaluate maintenance staff. Perform project planning and contracting of capital initiatives. Coordinate volunteer work weekends. Recruit, supervise and promote the use of volunteers. Coordinate with outside contractors to accomplish tasks beyond the scope of the ADK team.

Qualifications: Experience in maintenance, construction, and general contracting. Strong project planning background. Demonstrated success recruiting, motivating, coordinating, and supervising staff, volunteers, and contractors. Willingness to work long days and weekends with staff and volunteers, both in the field and office. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with a wide variety of volunteers and staff. Proven ability to plan independently, organize, schedule, coordinate, and make decisions and judgments. Experience in budget development and management; proven ability to work independently and as a team member.

Salary Range: Salary commensurate with experience. Benefit package.

Application: Send letter, resume, and references to Janet Morgan, Administrative Manager, Adirondack Mountain Club, PO Box 867, Lake Placid, NY 12946, 518-523-3480 Ext. 11, or ncadmin@adk.org.

 

 
High Peaks Information Center

The Adirondack Mountain Club (ADK) seeks hard working, friendly individuals to staff the High Peaks Information Center (HPIC), located at our Heart Lake Program Center in the Adirondack High Peaks Region. HPIC staff interact directly with the many visitors to the area, providing trail information, trail conditions updates, weather information, and safety alerts. The renting of equipment and merchandise sales also fall under the responsibilities of HPIC staff.  In addition, staff may be called upon to act as a liaison between our visitors and the backcountry forest rangers, facilitating communication of critical information to the rangers during search and rescue operations. Parking fee collection, general facilities upkeep, promoting the ADK mission, and promoting membership in the ADK are also staff responsibilities.

Qualifications

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, public speaking, professionalism, and leadership abilities
  • Ability to work well in a team environment, as well as independently

  • Motivated, enthusiastic, flexible, and willing to work with people of diverse ages and experience levels

  • Detail oriented with the ability to multitask

  • Customer service and/or retail experience helpful

  • Familiarity with the Adirondacks and Leave No Trace principles a plus and love of the outdoors a MUST!

Compensation: $8.50/hour; discounts on store merchandise, rental equipment, and ADK workshops; ADK membership; limited, rustic, on-site housing with board available for a small deduction; opportunity to spend time in an incredibly beautiful place!

Location: ADK's Heart Lake Program Center in the Adirondack High Peaks, near Lake Placid, NY.

Position Dates: Mid May through Labor Day (summer); Mid August through December (Fall); December through May (winter/spring) with some flexibility for school schedules.

Work Schedule: varies according to programming needs; up to 44 hours/week including weekends/holidays; normally 5 days on and 2 days off.

Applications being accepted for immediate openings. Summer applications should be received by March 1, 2012. Additional applications will be considered on an as needed basis.

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North Country Operations Crew

The Adirondack Mountain Club (ADK) seeks hard working, friendly individuals to staff the Heart Lake and Johns Brook Lodge program centers located in the beautiful Adirondack Mountains near Lake Placid, NY. North Country Operations Crew is a diverse position with an emphasis on housekeeping and wait staff, other duties may include food preparation, hiker education, information services, campground maintenance, parking, and promoting ADK membership.

Some positions require the ability to pack heavy loads (50 lbs or more) for hikes of 5 miles to a backcountry location, working with equipment/machinery, orientation and training provided, on-site housing with room and board available for a small deduction. The lodges are both in great locations in the Adirondack High Peaks with incredible hiking, paddling, climbing, and outdoor recreation opportunities.

Qualifications: Previous experience working in hospitality, retail, or customer service. Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, motivated, enthusiastic, and willing to sometimes work long hours. Candidates must be comfortable in a teamwork environment and with shared coed living quarters. Knowledge of Leave No Trace and the Adirondacks very helpful but not required.  Love of the outdoors a must!

Compensation: Pay varies with experience and position; tip share included for some positions, opportunity to learn Adirondack natural/cultural history, outdoor recreation, stewardship, and customer service skills. Live and work in a beautiful place!

Location: ADK's Heart Lake Program Center in the Adirondack High Peaks, near Lake Placid, NY.

Summer Position Dates: middle of May – Labor Day (with flexibility for school schedules)

Work Schedule: varies according to needs; up to 44 hours/week including weekends/holidays, normally 5 days on and 2 days off.

Applications being accepted for immediate openings. Summer 2012 applications should be received by: March 1, 2012. Additional applications will be considered on an as needed basis.

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Front Desk and Reservations Operations

Front desk and reservations employees welcome guests to ADK’s Heart Lake facility and the Adirondak Loj, a rustic 38-space lodge in the heart of the High Peaks Region of New York State. Responsibilities include facility and program reservations, check-in and check-out procedures and answering telephone, and in-person inquiries. Positions open year-round.

Qualifications: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills a must. Detail orientated with an ability to juggle multiple tasks. Knowledge of the High Peaks region helpful.

Applications being accepted for immediate openings. Summer 2012 applications should be received by: March 1, 2012. Additional applications will be considered on an as needed basis.

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Paid Volunteer Trail Crew Leader

The Volunteer Trail Crew Leader is a paid seasonal employee of the Adirondack Mountain Club, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation’s principal partner in the maintenance and reconstruction of backcountry trails on Forest Preserve lands. The Volunteer Trail Crew Leader is responsible for working with, educating, supervising and motivating volunteers. Crews live and work in a backcountry setting. Using basic hand tools, a wide variety of trail stabilization structures are constructed using native materials. Approximately half of the trail projects in a given season are specifically for high school age participants. The Volunteer Trail Crew Leader should provide for a safe, positive, and educational volunteer experience while accomplishing the highest quality trail work possible.

Qualifications: Applicants should have prior experience leading and teaching groups of all ages in a wilderness setting and have trail work experience while keeping an open mind to learn new trail construction/maintenance techniques. Candidates should have an exceptional ability to motivate and engage volunteers under adverse conditions (i.e. insects, mud, poor weather, and difficult group dynamics) and the capability to keep a positive attitude while supervising a group to accomplish the task at hand. Applicants should have experience backpacking and the capacity to carry tools and supplies for a long distance. Candidates should have a current first aid certification and knowledge of low-impact camping techniques.

Position: Volunteer Trail Crew Leader (2)
Location: Adirondack Mountain Club, Heart Lake Property. Lake Placid, NY
Position Dates: May 18 – August 17, extended season available
Work Schedule: 5 days in the backcountry (including weekends and holidays) 11/2 days off
Compensation: $9.75 per hour, Room and Board provided

Closing date: February 14, 2012

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Professional Trail Crew Member

The Adirondack Mountain Club’s professional trail crew conducts maintenance and rehabilitates backcountry trails in both the Adirondack and Catskill parks. Using basic hand tools, a wide variety of trail stabilization structures are constructed. The crew camps for a week at a time nearby work locations. Training is provided prior to the field season. 

Qualifications and Responsibilities: Applicants should have experience using trail building tools and be familiar with trail reconstruction/maintenance techniques. Candidates should have the desire to be both physically and mentally challenged while working in the out-of-doors in extreme conditions, to include but not limited to rain, snow, sleet, gales, hot and cold temperatures, insects and lots of mud! Candidates should have the desire to work on solo trail projects and as a team member on a 4-6 person crew.

Applicants should have experience backpacking with ability to carry a heavy load for a long distance. Crew members share in the packing of group camping gear, tools and food, along with personal gear to the various project sites and assist in food preparation. Crew members are responsible for maintaining trail tools, equipment and the trail cabin facility to the highest standard.

 

Position: Professional Trail Crew (8)

Location:  ADK's Heart Lake Program Center in the Adirondack High Peaks, near Lake Placid, NY.

Position Dates: Late May – August 15, extended season available

Work Schedule: 5 days in the backcountry (including weekends and holidays) 1-1/2 days off

Compensation: $8.75 per hour, Room and Board provided

Closing date: February 14, 2012

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Wilderness Trip Leader

ADK is seeking a dynamic individual for the position of Seasonal Wilderness Trip Leader. The Wilderness Trip Leader has primary responsibility for leading wilderness courses and trips for the Adirondack Mountain Club in the High Peaks region of the Adirondack Park, as well as instruction of ADK’s Outdoor Education workshops focused on responsible recreational use and environmental stewardship. 

Responsibilities: The Wilderness Trip Leader will spend 3-4 days leading backpacking and hiking trips in the Adirondack Forest Preserve.  Instruct high quality outdoor skills programs for adults and youth - including but not limited to backpacking, canoeing, and wilderness leadership, and other workshops/ programs as necessary.  Provide accurate and timely program follow-up with specific records of participants, and expenses.  Maintain a log of equipment use for programs.  Have the ability to fill in for/assist education staff as needed. 

Qualifications:

College student or graduate with degree in related field.

  • At least two years experience and demonstrated ability in outdoor trip leading and teaching backcountry skills with adults and youth.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and outdoor leadership abilities.
  • Exceptional skills in customer service and hospitality.
  • High level of competence in areas of instruction: backpacking, low-impact camping, off-trail navigation, natural history, map and compass.
  • High level of competence with trip logistics: route identification, equipment needs, dietary requirements and food packing, group dynamics and conflict resolution.
  • Knowledge of the natural history of the Adirondacks helpful. 
  • Act as a professional role model for ADK, demonstrating at all times a stewardship ethic and responsible wilderness leadership.
  • Maintain ongoing communication between education staff and front desk personnel concerning programming/lodges needs.
  • Willingness to work extended hours/days in the field while on trips.
  • A valid driver's license and personal vehicle for transportation necessary.
  • Current Wilderness First Responder certificate required or willingness to obtain.
  • A valid New York State Guide's license or willingness to obtain.
  • Previous experience backpacking and hiking in the Adirondack Park.

 

Position: Seasonal Wilderness Trip Leader (1)

Position Dates: late May – late August (possibility for longer season)

Work Schedule:  3-4 days in the backcountry, 1-2 days prep. 2 days off per week.

Compensation: $350 per week plus full room and board.  Additional certifications possible. 

Deadline: March 1, 2012

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Summer Naturalist Intern

The Summer Naturalist Internship with ADK is an excellent opportunity to learn and gain experience creating and conducting natural history programs, promoting responsible recreation and Leave No Trace; and environmental education programs for children and adults. Intern assumes a diversity of responsibilities including: serving as a summit host on Mt. Jo; developing environmental education and evening campfire program; public presentations; guided hikes; community outreach; development and maintenance of self-guided trails; managing and staffing the Heart Lake Natural History Museum; and exhibit development. Opportunities for special projects in exhibit design; flora/fauna inventory; interpretation; outdoor recreation; and visitor studies.

 

Qualifications

  • Educational background in the natural sciences, environmental education/interpretation, natural history, or related field. 

  • Previous experience working in a nature/visitor center; outdoor recreation; or education.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, public speaking, professionalism, and outdoor leadership

  • High level of organizational skills to effectively plan, teach, and administer the diverse demands of the job, as well as work independently and keep detailed records

  • Motivated, enthusiastic, creative, and willing to work with people of all ages

  • Familiarity with the Adirondacks a plus and love of the outdoors a MUST!

Position: Summer Naturalist Intern (4)

Location: ADK's Heart Lake Program Center in the Adirondack High Peaks, near Lake Placid, NY.

Position Dates: 1 position: early May-late August, 3 positions: late May–late August

Work Schedule: varies according to programming needs; 44 hours/week

Compensation: Stipend: $200/week, full room (rustic!) and board, academic credit, extensive training, opportunity to attend ADK workshops w/out charge, opportunity to spend the summer in an incredibly beautiful place!

Closing date: February 15, 2012 or until filled

 

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Summit Steward

High Peaks summit stewards are responsible for educating the hiking public about the rare and fragile alpine communities of the Adirondack High Peaks Region in New York State. In addition, summit stewards are responsible for conducting biological inventories and monitoring for the New York Natural Heritage Program; and alpine restoration. Stewards spend five days at a time camping in remote backcountry sites and complete strenuous hikes each day to a nearby summit. The Summit Steward Program is a cooperative effort of the Adirondack Mountain Club, the Adirondack Chapter of the Nature Conservancy, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, and New York State Natural Heritage Program. 

Qualifications: BS/graduate work in natural sciences; environmental interpretation/education; ecology; botany; or related field.  Work experience in field research; environmental interpretation/education; living in remote backcountry settings; and working with diverse populations. Candidates should possess excellent communication, organizational, public speaking, and interpersonal skills. Applicants should have knowledge of natural history, alpine ecology, botany, and of the Adirondack landscape.  French language ability and wilderness first aid preferred. Applicants must have a strong desire to be challenged physically and mentally, while working in the remote backcountry in extreme conditions.

Positions: Summit Steward (4)

Location: High Peaks Wilderness, Adirondack Mountains, Lake Placid, NY

Position Dates: June – Labor Day Weekend; One Steward - early May thru Columbus Day Weekend.

Work Schedule: 5 days in the backcountry (including weekends and holidays) 2 days off

Compensation: $9.75 per hour, housing and food for days off provided

Closing date: February 15, 2012 

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To Apply: Please send resume and cover letter to


Janet Morgan
Administrative Manager

Via Post Office:

Adirondack Mountain Club
PO Box 867
Lake Placid, NY 12946

By email:

ncadmin@adk.org

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Fax: 518-523-3518
Phone: 518-523-3480

The Adirondack Mountain Club (ADK) is dedicated to the protection and responsible recreational use of the New York State Forest Preserve, and other parks, wild lands, and waters vital to our members and chapters. The Club, founded in 1922, is a member-directed organization committed to public service and stewardship. ADK employs a balanced approach to outdoor recreation, advocacy, environmental education, and natural resource conservation.

ADK encourages the involvement of all people in its mission and activities; its goal is to be a community that is comfortable, inviting, and accessible.

The Adirondack Mountain Club is an equal opportunity employer.

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