Demo

Cumberland Valley Seasonal Ridgerunner

Appalachian Trail Conservancy
Carlisle, PA Other
POSTED ON 1/17/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/16/2025


Organizational Mission:

The Appalachian Trail Conservancy’s mission is to protect, manage, and advocate for the Appalachian National Scenic Trail.

Position Summary


 
ATC Ridgerunners provide information about the A.T. and its intended primitive experience, location, regulations, and traditions. They work to encourage the best behavior on the part of hikers to facilitate a positive Trail experience (particularly for those who are poorly prepared), and to elicit the support of those who live nearby. They discourage and mitigate misuse of the Appalachian Trail and its environment by performing educational and public-relations functions. 

Ridgerunners are assigned to hike specific sections of the A.T. during the day and camp at specific, high-use overnight sites throughout their patrol. Applicants should demonstrate the interest and ability to contribute to the public-service effort of working on a National Scenic Trail and to promote volunteerism and membership in ATC and its club affiliates. They should possess the required skills listed below and be able to attend required training. Applicants must demonstrate maturity, responsibility, initiative, and self-motivation.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Meet and greet the public and educate them about the A.T., ATC, local Trail Clubs, local land managing agencies and Leave No Trace principles.
  • Advise visitors on rules, regulations, and current conditions pertinent to the A.T. and applicable land managing agencies.
  • Perform minor trail maintenance including removing obstructions, managing drainage, and removing litter from the treadway, overnight sites, and trailhead parking areas.
  • Assist visitors as needed which includes aiding during emergency responses and other incidents as necessary.
  • Report unsafe conditions, misuse, and abuse of the A.T., treadway, facilities, and lands.
  • Assist local maintaining Clubs as needed with shelter, overnight site, treadway and other maintenance and repair projects.
  • Maintain a daily log, report to supervisors and partners at the end of each work period. 
  • Maintain regular contact with field supervisors, Club volunteers, agency partners, and local officials.  

Qualifications

  • Commitment to ATC management and resource protection efforts.
  • Proven ability to work alone with minimal supervision.
  • Ability to effectively communicate with individuals, groups, and partners.
  • Ability to live independently and work in a remote area with minimal supervision.
  • Strong backpacking and outdoor experience.
  • Experience working with volunteers of all ages, backgrounds, and skill levels.
  • Ability to hike up to 10 miles per day in steep, mountainous terrain.
  • Basic knowledge of Appalachian Trail Conservancy’s cooperative management system preferred.
  • Comfortable working multiple days outdoors in frequently adverse weather conditions.
  • Leave No Trace Level 2 or Level 3 training (Trainer or Master Educator) desirable, but training is provided.
  • Current Wilderness First-Aid, or higher and CPR certification is preferred; but training will be provided.


Physical Demands and Work Environment

  • Frequently hiking long distances over rugged terrain in variable weather 
  • Living and performing work in the backcountry for multiple days and overnights
  • May be exposed to hazardous physical conditions and seasonal exposure to extreme weather conditions, including rain, snow, humidity, intense heat, and sunlight.
  • Must be able to hike for extended periods and perform routine moderate lifting carrying up to 50 pounds in a backpack over a minimum of five miles through rough, uneven terrain, and wet, and slippery surfaces. 
  • Long days in the field and weekend work, typically 40 hours per week.
  • Possible exposure to ticks and pests, extreme weather, and hazards typical of a backcountry environment.
  • Regular use of a computer is required; Microsoft Office, Office 365, ESRI GIS, NPS database, APD, NetSuite, RIMS, and Google applications are used.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license, and access to a reliable personal vehicle.

Additional Information:

  • Term Length: Approximately May 1, 2025 - September 2, 2025
  • Hourly Rate: $18.00 - $19.00
  • Location/Region required to work from: Pennsylvania A.T. between Pine Grove Furnace State Park and Rausch Gap.
  • Benefits: 1 hour of sick time per 30 hours worked.

ATC Equal Employment Opportunity Statement 

The Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC) encourages collaboration, flexibility, and fairness with all employees and volunteers to enable participation and contributions to their fullest potential.

We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive organization and recognize that diversity contributes to an effective and successful organizational culture and mission. 

The ATC prohibits discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and/or expression), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, political affiliation, union membership, or any other status protected by the laws and regulations in the locations where we operate.

Appalachian Trail Conservancy's Identity Statement

 


Salary : $18 - $19

If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a Cumberland Valley Seasonal Ridgerunner?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Cumberland Valley Seasonal Ridgerunner career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$54,361 - $72,537
Income Estimation: 
$61,410 - $79,791
Income Estimation: 
$45,079 - $58,782
Income Estimation: 
$55,482 - $73,306
Income Estimation: 
$71,445 - $107,750
Income Estimation: 
$45,665 - $61,386
Income Estimation: 
$54,361 - $72,537
Income Estimation: 
$39,522 - $50,798
Income Estimation: 
$45,079 - $58,782
Income Estimation: 
$71,445 - $107,750
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at Appalachian Trail Conservancy

Appalachian Trail Conservancy
Hired Organization Address Harpers Ferry, WV Full Time
Job Description Job Description Organizational Mission : The Appalachian Trail Conservancy’s mission is to protect, mana...
Appalachian Trail Conservancy
Hired Organization Address Roanoke, VA Other
Organizational Mission: The Appalachian Trail Conservancy’s mission is to protect, manage, and advocate for the Appalach...
Appalachian Trail Conservancy
Hired Organization Address Roanoke, VA Other
Organizational Mission: The Appalachian Trail Conservancy’s mission is to protect, manage, and advocate for the Appalach...

Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Cumberland Valley Seasonal Ridgerunner jobs in the Carlisle, PA area that may be a better fit.

Starbucks PT Cumberland Valley Plaza

Applegreen USA Welcome Centers Central Services, Carlisle, PA

Starbucks Supervisor Cumberland Valley Plaza

Applegreen USA Welcome Centers Central Services, Carlisle, PA

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!