Field Staff Application

Every year the Green Mountain Club has paid seasonal positions. You have the opportunity to be a Backcountry Caretaker or a member of the Long Trail Patrol. We also look for people with a trail background interested in working with volunteers to be Volunteer Long Trail Patrol Leaders. We also have excellent internship opportunities.

Summer season runs mid-May to mid-August and applications are reviewed beginning late-December.

Fall Season runs mid-August to mid-October and applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

If you already have a "real job" or are looking for a way to gain more outdoor experience then join us for a week or two on a "Volunteer Vacation" as a member of the Volunteer Long Trail Patrol.

Please read descriptions of positions before applying. We prefer that you submit an online application. You can submit a paper application:

Attn: Director of Trail Programs
The Green Mountain Club
4711 Waterbury-Stowe Road
Waterbury Center, Vermont 05677

The Green Mountain Club is an equal opportunity employer.

Questions? Please call (802) 244-7037 Ext. 118 or email Ilana Copel, Field Programs Coordinator.

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Applicant
Name*
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Email*
Date of Birth
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(Optional; however applicants must be 18 prior to employment.)
Mailing Address*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country
Permanent Address
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country
Primary Phone*
Alternate Phone
Best Time to Call
Period of availability for seasonal work
- Yes
Please review the position dates listed in the description of the positions you are applying for. Are you available to work for the full duration of the position?
Position(s) for which you are applying
Backcountry Caretaker
- Caretaker – Full Season
- Caretaker – Summer only
- Caretaker – Fall only
- Field Intern
Long Trail Patrol (trail crew)
- Crew Member
- Crew Leader
- VLTP Crew Leader
- VLTP Assistant Crew Leader
- VLTP Crew Coordinator
- Field Intern
Caretaker Location Preference
Field Assistant
- Southern Field Assistant
Reference #1
Name*
Relation to Applicant*
Company or Organization*
Address*
Email*
Phone*
Years Known
Reference #2
Name*
Relation to Applicant*
Company or Organization*
Address*
Email*
Phone*
Years Known
Reference #3
Name
Relation to Applicant
Company or Organization
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Years Known
Education - High School
Institution*
Dates Attended*
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To*
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Education - College or Other
Institution
Course of Study
Level Completed
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Work Experience - Employer #1
Employer*
Address*
Date*
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Responsibilities*
Reason for Leaving*
Work Experience - Employer #2
Employer*
Address*
Date*
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To*
Date Format: MM slash DD slash YYYY
Responsibilities*
Reason for Leaving*
Work Experience - Employer #3
Employer*
Address*
Date*
Date Format: MM slash DD slash YYYY
To*
Date Format: MM slash DD slash YYYY
Responsibilities*
Reason for Leaving*
Resume
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Questions
1. What are your reasons [plural!] for seeking employment with the Green Mountain Club?*
2. Describe your outdoor activities and experience in outdoor recreation. Please include all backpacking and hiking experience on the Long Trail.*
3. Describe your experience with volunteer work. Please include both your volunteer activities and your experience managing or organizing volunteers.*
4. Are you a member of the Green Mountain Club or of any other trail organizations? Which ones?*
5. Please list any relevant certifications, including expiration date and certifying agency. (ex: First Aid, CPR, chainsaw, Leave No Trace, etc.)*
6. Describe your experience and familiarity with the following tools: Axe, hand saw, adze/hazel hoe, pick-mattock, rock bar, chainsaw, griphoist. If you have not used any of the tools listed, please just write ‘no experience to date’.*
7. Please describe your experience working as a group member. What strengths or skills do you bring as an individual to group dynamics and projects?*
8. Please describe any public speaking or public education experience. If your experience directly relates to outdoor or environmental education, please describe.*
9. Do you have any supervisory/leadership experience? Please be specific:*
10. Please describe any trail work experience, including volunteer work, non-professional work, and professional trail crew projects.*
How did you find out about seasonal employment opportunities with the Green Mountain Club?*
(Optional) You are applying for jobs which by definition involve strenuous physical labor in backcountry locations that are remote from access to medical care. Please describe any medical history you have that may need to be anticipated before beginning one these jobs. (For example: "I have had knee surgery and my physical therapy is now complete" ; or "I am allergic to bees and I have a doctor's prescription for the medicine I need to use in the event I have an allergic reaction." ) Thank you.
Please feel free to tell us anything else about yourself.
Authorization and Acknowledgement*
- By checking this box, I certify that all of the statements made in this application are true to the best of your knowledge.
I affirm that the information I have provided in this application is true to the best of my knowledge, information and belief, and I have not knowingly withheld any information requested. I understand that withholding or misstating any information requested in this application is grounds for rejection of my application, and that providing false or misleading information in this application is grounds for discharge.

I authorize The Green Mountain Club to verify my references, record of employment, education record, and any other information I have provided. Unless otherwise noted, I authorize the references I have listed to disclose any information related to my work record and my professional experiences with them, without giving me prior notice of such disclosure. In addition, I release The Green Mountain Club, my former employers and all other persons and entities, from any and all claims, demands or liabilities arising out of or in any way related to such inquiry or disclosure.
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