HR Manager - Yellowstone National Park

Overview

 

Live. Work. Explore. as a part of our Human Resources 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! As the Human Resources Manager, you will play a vital role in supporting the day-to-day administrative functions that keep the park running smoothly.

 

Job Summary:

The HR and Housing Department fosters a supportive, professional workplace where employees can thrive. We uphold company, legal, and NPS standards while providing exceptional hospitality, supporting employees through onboarding, housing, engagement, and personnel matters with integrity, confidentiality, and teamwork.

 

 

The Details:Position Type: SeasonalSeason Dates: April 2027 - October 2027Pay: $1,956.00/Bi-Weekly - $2,488.00/Bi-Weekly depending on experience and 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

• Oversee HR operations, providing leadership and support to the Assistant HR Manager and Housing Manager while ensuring departmental goals are met.
• Guide managers on employee relations, documentation, performance management, and compliance with company, legal, and NPS standards.
• Serve as a trusted resource for employees and managers, resolving personnel concerns with professionalism, confidentiality, and care.
• Lead investigations and maintain accurate, compliant employee records while partnering with the Gardiner HR team on sensitive matters.
• Manage employee lifecycle processes, including onboarding, training, engagement, retention, recognition, and terminations.
• Collaborate with operational leaders and stakeholders to improve HR processes, support staffing needs, and foster a positive workplace culture.
• Other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications

• Strong leadership, decision-making, team-building, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments and manage competing priorities.
• Minimum 3 years of Yellowstone management and/or housing experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and personnel data systems.
• Knowledge of personnel policies, company/NPS guidelines, and employee housing operations.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills with flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and varying shifts.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Possess a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Physical Requirements include:

• Able to work at high elevation and navigate housing facilities, including stairs and uneven terrain.
• Capable of standing, walking, and sitting for extended periods, including walking up to one mile.
• Comfortable working in all weather conditions, including icy and snow-covered surfaces.
• Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

 

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.