SJMA Job Opportunities
San Juan Mountains Association is a rewarding place to work filled with people who care deeply about the lands that surround us. Our SJMA team works together with our dedicated volunteers and community to turn our collective passion for Southwest Colorado’s public lands into actions that help protect these beautiful, wild places. Join us!
Full-Time Job Openings
RIO GRANDE VISITOR INFORMATION SERVICES COORDINATOR
SJMA is seeking a full-time Visitor Information Services Coordinator to work closely with the U.S. Forest Service’s Rio Grande National Forest (RGNF). The Visitor Information Services (VIS) Coordinator works closely with the RGNF to provide visitor information services, coordinate educational and interpretive programs, oversee retail operations, manage the Adopt-a-Road program, and conduct community outreach with a special emphasis on public education related to the Nelson Tunnel Superfund Site.
Visitor information services include answering phone calls from the public and providing in-person information while performing other miscellaneous front desk duties. This individual will provide top-notch visitor information services, interpretive products, promote SJMA merchandise sales, and manage outlet inventory and cash handling. The VIS Coordinator position is a key bridge between the Forest Service and local communities, helping to foster public understanding of both recreational opportunities and land stewardship efforts.
HOURS: Full-time, hourly (40 hours/week)
LOCATION: This position will split time between the Divide Ranger District office in Creede during the summer and the Divide Ranger District office in Del Norte in the off-season. Travel within the district and surrounding communities is expected; government vehicles may be available for official use.
To apply please submit one PDF document containing your resume and letter of interest which briefly describes your goals, qualifications, and interest in the position. Send file to jobs@sjma.org.
Part-Time Job Openings
There are currently no part-time jobs available.
Seasonal Job Openings
There are currently no seasonal jobs available.
Internships
EDUCATION INTERN
Join SJMA’s Education team to design and deliver high quality, standards based outdoor environmental education to Southwest Colorado. We work closely with our interns to create an experience which aligns with their post-internship goals, be that curriculum design, in the field teaching, program management, etc. This is a unique opportunity for applicants to help educate and inspire the next generation. The intern will conduct a variety of projects under the supervision of the Education Director and Curriculum Coordinator. To learn more about the education programs visit, sjma.org/learn.
This is a life-changing opportunity for the right applicant who will make an immediate impact on the youth in our community and build lifelong memories in some of Colorado’s most spectacular landscapes.
To apply please send a resume and letter of interest to astimax@sjma.org. Internships occur in fall, spring, and summer semesters. Applications are due November 1st for spring internships and March 1st for summer and fall internships.
