River/Winter Program Supervisor

NOLS

. Support all NOLS Teton Valley programs, staff, and students .

Posted 9/19/2026full-timeDriggs • Idaho • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $41,404 - $44,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading river and winter courses, mentoring instructors, and ensuring program quality while fostering a supportive community. Proficient in risk management, communication, and logistical supervision within outdoor education settings.

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Course Leading ExperienceRisk ManagementMentoring InstructorsSupervisory SkillsCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

River Skills TrainingWinter Risk ManagementAvalanche Hazard EvaluationCold Injury ManagementRescue Skills TrainingCourse Logistics SupervisionPerformance Evaluation WritingField Faculty DevelopmentProgram Quality AssuranceCommunity Support

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailFlexibilityEffective SupervisionCommunity Nurturing

Certifications & Qualifications

Clean Driving RecordCriminal Background Check

Industry Keywords

NOLSTeton ValleyOutdoor EducationField CurriculumStrategic Plan

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support all NOLS Teton Valley programs, staff, and students
Split work between approximately 150 days of program supervision and 45 days of field work
Directly mentor and train instructors in the field
Coordinate with the Director and Assistant Director to ensure program quality and promote student, field staff, and in-town staff satisfaction
Supervise course logistics and educational outcomes
Collaborate with and support operations, risk management, and staff
Supervise technical river and winter course offerings
Plan quality briefings and debriefings and write performance evaluations
Guide and develop field faculty
Plan and lead winter terrain tours
Coach and continually train instructors on winter risk management, avalanche hazard evaluation, and cold injuries
Plan and lead river skills and rescue skills training
Coach and continually train river instructors on risk management, whitewater skills, and rescue skills
Collaborate to recruit, develop, and retain field faculty
Hold the evacuation phone on a rotating basis
Develop work plans incorporating mentorship opportunities, Teton Valley macro goals, and outreach opportunities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience leading courses in both river and winter classrooms for NOLS; course leading experience preferred in one or both disciplines
Clean driving record with ability to become an approved driver for NOLS
Excellent oral and written communication skills
High attention to detail
Willingness to maintain a flexible schedule and work late/early, weekends, and holidays
Effective supervisory skills
Experience mentoring and developing faculty preferred
Engagement with the NOLS mission, strategic plan, and field curriculum preferred
Familiarity and positive performance with Teton Valley and other NOLS operations preferred
Ability to nurture and support a community preferred
Availability for the entirety of the summer and winter operating seasons preferred
Availability to work winter and river field courses preferred
Must submit one PDF containing both resume and cover letter
Criminal background check required from all NOLS employees

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Flexible time off policy
Employee Assistance Program with confidential, 24/7 counseling and support services
Special pricing on NOLS courses for employees and their families
Benefits-eligible salaried position
Training and development support
Initial detailed work plan with key goals, actions, and success indicators