ADK (Adirondack Mountain Club) works to protect New York State wild lands and waters by promoting responsible outdoor recreation and building a statewide constituency of land stewardship advocates.
Since 1922, the organization has worked to increase access to the backcountry by building trails, conserving natural areas, and developing a stewardship community that supports the ethical and safe use of New York’s outdoor spaces. A member, donor, and volunteer-supported organization, ADK reaches across New York through its 27 chapters to inspire people to enjoy the outdoors ethically.
POSITION SUMMARY
Throughout the season, the High Peaks Information Center Staff is responsible for interacting directly with the high volume of visitors to the Heart Lake Program Center, providing accurate information on trails, conditions and local regulations, encouraging responsible recreation practices, renting equipment, assisting with retail sales, keeping the facilities clean, and talking about how ADK helps to protect the Adirondacks through education and stewardship.
In addition, staff may be called upon to act as a liaison between visitors and the backcountry forest rangers, facilitating communication of critical information to the rangers during search and rescue operations.
The High Peaks Information Center staff is responsible for providing a friendly and welcoming experience as visitors arrive at the parking booth, directing them where to go and communicating with ADK’s Trailhead Stewards about availability of trailhead parking
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Information and Customer Service – 30%
Retail – 30%
Parking Operations – 20%
Facilities Upkeep/Cleaning – 20%
QUALIFICATIONS
Basic:
Preferred:
BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION
Reports to: HPIC Manager, HPIC Assistant Manager
Supervises: N/A
Classification: Full-time, Seasonal, Non-exempt
Dates: April/May - mid-October
Salary/Wage: $15.00/hour
Benefits: Paid sick time
Perks: Free ADK membership; option for Leave No Trace Trainer workshop; free ADK workshops; discounts on store merchandise and rental equipment; professional experience within outdoor education and conservation.
Housing: Shared on-site housing available at Heart Lake Program Center with three meals a day for a small deduction.
APPLICATION QUESTIONS
The following questions appear in our online job application form:
ORGANIZATIONAL STATEMENT
As an organization, we appreciate a diverse set of skills and candidates eager and willing to grow and learn with our organization. As such, our job descriptions are general overviews, not a mandatory comprehensive list. If you feel passionate about our efforts and believe that you have the skills and aptitude to succeed in this role, we want to hear from you.
ADK affirms its commitment to equal employment opportunity for all individuals. Decisions about recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, compensation, benefits, and all similar employment matters are made in compliance with all federal, state and local laws and without regard to race, color, religion, gender, ethnic or national origin, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, familial status, military status or any other classification protected by federal or state law. Any
discrimination in the workplace against persons protected by equal employment opportunity laws is illegal and against policy.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 per hour
Benefits:
Schedule:
Work Location: In person
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