Program Manager (Seasonal)

Telluride, Colorado · Seasonal, April–August · Full-time · $1,200 per week

Since 1981, Telluride Academy has connected youth with nature through outdoor adventure, creativity and environmental stewardship. Every year, approximately 700 young people explore the San Juan Mountains with us. We're looking for a seasonal Program Manager who is organized, hands-on and excited to help make summer happen.

What you'll do

• Supervise our Program Coordinator and a team of seasonal interns, including weighing in on hiring and staffing decisions.


• Work with our Program Director to deliver our summer programs.


• Help train, evaluate and support our seasonal instructors.


• Lead the team that keeps our camping gear, kitchen kits and first aid kits clean, stocked and organized.


• Manage gear, vehicles, permits and partner logistics so our programs run safely and smoothly.


• Run food service logistics, including bulk ordering and storage for campouts and day camp snacks.


• Share on-call and crisis response duties during the summer.

What you bring

• Experience in outdoor education, youth programming or camp leadership, including supervising staff.


• Wilderness First Responder certification, or the ability to get it before summer.


• A love for logistics, systems and details, along with a calm head in the field.


• A valid driver's license and the ability to pass a background check.


• A commitment to Resilience, Curiosity, Responsibility and Connection.


• Additional certifications are preferred, such as SPI, SWR and Lifeguard.

What we offer

• Access to TA gear


• Paid sick time under Colorado law


• Professional development support

To apply: Apply online with a resume and cover letter. Applications are accepted through December 31, 2026, and reviewed on a rolling basis.

Telluride Academy is an equal opportunity employer.