SJMA Job Opportunities

With an understanding of bookkeeping and human resource management, a knack for working with a diverse team in a dynamic environment, a background in retail management, and a desire to be a part of caring for the incomparable San Juan Mountains, the Operations Manager is  to dedicated to making a difference by keeping operations running seamlessly at SJMA. The Operations Manager, under the immediate supervision of the Executive Director, is responsible for managing payroll and personnel records of all SJMA employees. 

The Operations Manager oversees the general business administration, including bookkeeping, banking, and providing oversight for sales and inventory for our retail operations.  The Operations Manager completes monthly and year-end financial reports for the Executive Director and the Board of Directors.  The Operations Manager assists the Executive Director with annual budget development and accounting for programs, projects, and services.  

Location:  The SJMA’s offices are within the San Juan National Forest Headquarters in Durango, Colorado, but this position can potentially be located anywhere in southwest Colorado.

Hours:  The position is classified as “Hourly, Full-Time.” Hours scheduled will be no more than forty (40) hours per week, generally between 8:30am and 5:00pm, Monday-Friday.  Depending on the candidate, there is an option to flex this position. 

To Apply: Submit one PDF document containing a resume, letter of interest demonstrating their qualifications for the position, and professional references. The cover letter should succinctly describe the applicant’s interest and suitability for the position, and other pertinent facts that may not appear in the resume. Please send to sweber@sjma.org.  Applications accepted on a rolling basis, but review will begin on November 12, so applicants are encouraged to apply soon.  All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory completion of a background check.

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.