Employee Recreation Supervisor - Yellowstone National Park

Overview

 

Live. Work. Explore. as a part of our Activities team in Yellowstone National Park!

 

Are you enthusiastic about hospitality, people, and beautiful places? By working at Yellowstone National Park, you will get all three! Our activities department offers unique services to enhance our guests' experiences through guided tours and entertainment! We’re hiring Employee Recreation Supervisors to Live. Work. Explore. this summer!

 

Job Summary:

As an Employee Recreation Supervisor you will develop location activity calendars, create staff schedules, prioritize duties, ensure that all details relevant to activities have been addressed, and ensure that the location recreation program operates in an organized fashion in according to the directives given by program management. 

 

The Details:Position Type: SeasonalSeason Dates: April 2027 - October 2027Pay: $17.25-$17.75/hr depending on location placed

 

Life in Yellowstone: 

• Employee housing (dormitory-style) and on-site employee meals (cafeteria-style) provided
• Free on-site laundry facility, Wi-Fi (limited bandwidth), and utilities included
• Free Yellowstone & Grand Teton National Park pass
• Employee Recreation Program (recreation centers, athletics, gear rentals, seminars, van trips, hiking, and more)
• Access to discounted services at Yellowstone Medical Clinics operated by STGi.
• Retail, Lodging and Travel Discounts
• $350 Referral Bonus Program 

Benefits: 

• Xanterra offers competitive benefit programs and services for eligible employees. For more information, click here. 

 

Responsibilities

• Manage daily recreation operations, including scheduling, activity planning, organization, and program execution.
• Recruit, train, supervise, and support staff, ensuring strong performance, policy compliance, and professional development.
• Lead recreation activities and trips, providing safe, educational, and enjoyable experiences for participants.
• Coordinate communication and promotion efforts, keeping management informed and increasing participation through outreach and marketing.
• Oversee office operations, including customer service, transactions, equipment rentals, fee accountability, and reporting.
• Maintain facilities, equipment, and program standards, including vehicle safety, facility upkeep, and adherence to Recreation Program goals and procedures.

Qualifications

• At least 21 years old with a valid driver's license, good driving record, and ability to meet DOT requirements.
• Working toward or holding a degree in recreation or a related field, with experience supervising staff and programs.
• Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Able to safely operate a 15-passenger van and work flexible schedules in varying locations and conditions.
• Passionate about learning and sharing knowledge of Yellowstone's natural environment while working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Quick learner with a positive, outgoing work ethic and the willingness to do what it takes to get the job done.

Physical Requirements include:

• Must meet all physical requirements to pass a DOT medical exam for commercial driver fitness determination.
• Able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Able to lead back-country hikes of up to 10 miles at a speed of no less than 2 miles per hour at altitudes of 5,000 feet to 10,000 feet.
• Able to drive loaded 15-passenger van for up to twelve (12) hours per day.
• Working with required chemicals

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.