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Bike School Coach
Posted on May 14, 2025
We are seeking motivated and engaging Mountain Bike Coaches to join our team at Mt. Abram. In this position, you will play a key role in creating lifelong mountain bikers while making sure everyone has a safe and fun experience at Mt. Abram. Hiring requirements: – Work outside in all conditions – Ability...
Executive Director
Full time
$70-85k
Posted on May 13, 2025
Teens to Trails is a Maine nonprofit that connects young people to life-changing experiences outdoors through school-based Outdoor Clubs. We provide grants, gear, guidance, trips, and training to help schools build strong communities through outdoor experiences. Position Summary The Executive Director leads Teens to Trails in achieving its mission of...
Senior Director of Finance & Administration
Full time
$140,000 to $175,000
Topsham, Rockport, MDI, or Whiting
Posted on May 12, 2025
Maine Coast Heritage Trust is a state-wide nonprofit land conservation organization protecting and caring for Maine’s iconic coast and guiding state and national conservation movements. Maine Coast Heritage Trust advances the conservation of lands and waters to ensure ecological wellbeing and foster thriving communities. We work to ensure a future Maine with...
Deckhand
Seasonal
Portland
Posted on May 05, 2025
Portland Schooner Co. invites applications for full-time, seasonal deckhands for the 2025 season to serve aboard its fleet of historic, Maine-built wooden vessels: BAGHEERA, WENDAMEEN, TIMBERWIND, HEART’S DESIRE, VELA and RUTH. Come sail in beautiful Casco Bay and live in one of the best places in the U.S. according to...
Specialized Equipment Operators
Full time, Seasonal
Posted on Apr 30, 2025
In addition to proficiently operating varied types of specialized trail machines, Equipment Operators are expected to have a diverse skill set and be willing to learn about many facets of trail maintenance and construction, both mechanized and hand built. Team members work approximately 40 hours a week. The schedule is...
Professional Trail Crew Members and Trail Crew Leaders
Full time, Seasonal
Posted on Apr 30, 2025
Professional Trail Crew Members and Leaders are expected to have a diverse skill set and be willing to learn about all facets of trail maintenance and construction. 2025 season projects will include trail maintenance in the White Mountains, wilderness trail reconstruction, stone and timber staircases, machine built accessible and...
Manager Manufacturing Engineering
Full time
Old Town, Maine
Posted on Apr 25, 2025
Job Details Description Manages work team responsible for developing, implementing, trouble shooting, and improving methods, processes, tooling and fixtures to support manufacturing and assembly. Performs advanced analysis/measurement and troubleshooting of manufacturing deficiencies, and drives improvements and recommendations, where needed. Maximizes efficiency and cost savings by analyzing layout of equipment, workflow,...
Communications and Philanthropy Associate
Full time
$22.50 to $25 per hour
Topsham, ME
Posted on Apr 25, 2025
Our Mission: We advance the conservation of lands and waters in Maine to ensure ecological wellbeing and foster thriving communities. We understand that as in nature, diversity builds resilience. We uphold a working culture where unique identities and experiences are welcomed and appreciated. Our team is empathetic, committed and collaborative. ...
Gorman Chairback Lodge Manager
Full time
$45602.00 - $61523.00
Gorman - Greenville, ME
Posted on Apr 17, 2025
Calling all outdoor enthusiasts! Join the Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC) in our mission to protect the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic Appalachian region, ongoing since 1876. Our values encompass diversity, inclusivity, trust, and respect for the environment. As an employee, you'll gain access to enriching programs, policies, and procedures that enable you...
Growth Marketer
Full time
Estimated range is $65,000 to $90,000 plus benefits (see role for details)
Remote
Posted on Apr 17, 2025
UDisc is on a mission to empower the world to play more disc golf—and we’re looking for a data-driven Growth Marketer to make an impact. If you thrive on testing ideas, digging into user insights, and building strategies that boost engagement, this role is for you. You’ll collaborate across engineering, design,...
Senior Director of Land Protection
Full time
$122,000 to $150,000
Topsham, Rockport, MDI or Whiting, Maine
Posted on Apr 11, 2025
Maine Coast Heritage Trust is a state-wide nonprofit land conservation organization protecting and caring for Maine’s iconic coast and guiding state and national conservation movements. Maine Coast Heritage Trust advances the conservation of lands and waters to ensure ecological wellbeing and foster thriving communities. We work to ensure a future Maine with...
Store Operations Manager at Outdoor Specialty Store
Full time
$50-$55K per year depending on experiene
Portland, Maine
Posted on Apr 10, 2025
Do you have a passion for the outdoors and travel? Come work with us! Nomads, an independent, Portland-based outdoor and travel apparel store, is currently hiring a full-time sales operations manager. Hours will be roughly 10:45-6:15 Tuesday - Saturday with some flexibility and with occasional additional hours. This is a...
Summer Camp Out-of-Cabin Lifeguard/Generalist Counselor
Seasonal
$3,100 plus room & board and travel stipend
Wiscasset, ME
Posted on Apr 10, 2025
Are you adaptable, resourceful, and ready for a summer full of variety and impact? As a Generalist Counselor/Lifeguard, you’ll be a key part of the camp’s success, stepping into different roles to support cabins, campers, and activity areas as needed. From building connections with campers to providing lifeguard expertise on the...
Summer Camp Counselor
Seasonal
$3,100 plus room & board and travel stipend
Wiscasset, ME
Posted on Apr 10, 2025
Are you ready to spend your summer making a meaningful impact on young lives while having unforgettable adventures? As a Cabin Counselor at Chewonki, you’ll be a mentor, guide, and role model for 8-10 campers, helping them thrive in a vibrant camp community. Live, laugh, and grow alongside campers as you navigate...
Camp Campus Head – Boys Camp
Seasonal
$7,000 plus room & board and travel stipend
Wiscasset, ME
Posted on Apr 10, 2025
Are you a natural leader with a passion for fostering meaningful connections and creating vibrant communities? As a Campus Head, you’ll play a key role in guiding campers and staff, building a supportive campus-wide culture, and ensuring every camper thrives. You’ll directly manage Age Group Coordinators, mentor cabin staff, and serve...
Retail Support/In Shop Fly Tyer
Part time
Posted on Apr 08, 2025
The goal of this position is to be our first line of customer support both in the shop and phone. When not engaged in customer interaction, this role will have varying weekly responsibilities with set shift side work list to be completed before the close of each shift in alignment of...
Operations Manager
Full time, Part time
Yarmouth
Posted on Apr 08, 2025
This is a new, dynamic role for Maine Fly Company as of late fall 2024. The primary responsibility for this new position is to act as an initial support to the MFC team and its community for marketing, customer experience, administrative, the coordination of company events, education, programs and community...
Rodsmith Apprentice
Full time
Yarmouth
Posted on Apr 08, 2025
This is a new position to join our growing team of incredible rod builders. You will be responsible for building fly rods in our current line ups and basic fly rod repairs. Other duties include event support, customer support and daily shop duties. We are a growing brand and all contribute...
Summer Camp Nurse or EMT – Camp Ketcha
Full time, Seasonal
Posted on Mar 31, 2025
Do you want to work outdoors all summer-long? Do you want to develop your leadership skills and gain valuable training and experience in the field of outdoor education? This may be the perfect job for you! At Camp Ketcha we hire over 100 Summer Camp staff to lead our students...
Assistant Director of Youth Programs – Camp Ketcha
Full time
Posted on Mar 31, 2025
The Assistant Director of Youth Programs plays a key leadership role in supervising afterschool staff, hiring and training seasonal staff, communicating with families, and supporting a positive environment for all campers and participants.
After School Counselor – Camp Ketcha
Part time, Seasonal
Posted on Mar 31, 2025
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of youth? Are you passionate about outdoor education? Do you want to gain valuable skills and experience working with youth in nature? This may be the job for you! We are seeking an After School Counselor to be responsible for...
Summer Part Time Sales Associate Job description
Part time, Seasonal
$18-$20/hr
Portland, ME Old Port
Posted on Mar 26, 2025
Do you have a passion for the outdoors and travel? Come work with us! Nomads, an independent Portland-based outdoor and travel apparel store, is currently hiring a part-time sales associate starting in September. Hours will be roughly 1-6 Thursdays and 11-6 Friday and Saturday with occasional additional hours. Salary will...
Regional Steward – MDI
Full time
$56,000 to $63,000 per year
Mount Desert Island, ME
Posted on Mar 20, 2025
Our Mission: We advance the conservation of lands and waters in Maine to ensure ecological wellbeing and foster thriving communities. We understand that as in nature, diversity builds resilience. We uphold a working culture where unique identities and experiences are welcomed and appreciated. Our team is empathetic, committed and collaborative. ...
Manufacturing Maintenance Technician – Old Town, Maine
Full time
Old Town, Maine
Posted on Mar 18, 2025
At Johnson Outdoors, home to some of the world’s most innovative and best-known outdoor recreation brands, we create amazing outdoor experiences – for adventurers, by adventurers. Old Town Watercraft® brings over 100 years of passion and authentic understanding in kayaks, canoes and the new EPDL-power assist pedal kayaks to drive...
Marketing and Sponsorship Manager
Full time
$55,000-$60,000
Hybrid Remote/On Site in Portland
Posted on Mar 11, 2025
Organization Summary: Camp Susan Curtis is the only camp that exclusively serves Maine kids from low-income families, all for completely free. The children we serve face many challenges in their daily lives, but every summer at camp, they get to spend 10 days immersed in Maine’s pristine outdoors, connecting with...
Seasonal Farm Steward – Aldermere Farm and Erickson Fields
Seasonal
$17 to $19 per hour
Rockport, ME
Posted on Mar 07, 2025
General Summary: Under the general supervision of the Stewardship and Operations Manager, assists primarily with operations of Aldermere Farm and Erickson Fields Preserve including facility and property maintenance, hay production, woodlot management, landscaping, equipment maintenance, as well as related recordkeeping. Adheres closely to safety protocols, equipment maintenance schedules and works...
Naturalist – Internship
Full time, Part time, Seasonal, Entry Level, Housing available
$16 hourly+tips
Shirley Mills, ME
Posted on Mar 07, 2025
For those interested in learning the ins and outs of ecotourism, a Naturalist is a Guide in Training. All trips led are invaluable experience in the outdoor industry, as well as paid work as an employee of Northeast Whitewater. This internship does also include a minimum of 24 hours of unpaid...
Support Specialist
Full time, Part time, Seasonal, Entry Level, Housing available
$18 hourly
Shirley Mills, ME
Posted on Mar 07, 2025
Support Specialist at Northeast Whitewater is a role for the multi-tasker that enjoys a dynamic, never boring work environment and wears many hats. Primary duties include assisting our guest services associates with administrative tasks, assisting and greeting our guests at the front desk, running our Point of Sale system, assisting...
Part-Time Office Manager
Part time
$27/hour
Brunswick, Maine
Posted on Mar 06, 2025
TNC Maine is hiring a part-time Office Manager to work from our Brunswick office for 18-20 hours/week (20 hours comes with benefits for those interested!). This role is the backbone of our team's success and the first impression of TNC Maine, from depositing incoming checks to supply ordering to office...
Event and Fundraising Coordinator
Full time
Salary: $45,000-50,000 annually
Salary: $45,000-50,000 annually
Posted on Mar 06, 2025
ProSearch is proud to partner with Maine Cancer Foundation (MCF) in their search for an Events & Fundraising Coordinator. A role that directly supports the mission to reduce the burden of cancer in Maine. This is an exciting opportunity to join a passionate team and make a difference in some...
MDI Conservation Easement Steward
Part time
$30 to $33 per hour
Mount Desert Island, ME
Posted on Mar 06, 2025
Position Summary: Maine Coast Heritage Trust is looking for a Conservation Easement Steward to oversee the stewardship of conservation easements held by MCHT in the coastal areas from Belfast to East Machias including on islands in that region in order to assure that easement restrictions and requirements are upheld and...
Health Coordinator
Seasonal, Housing available
Saco, Maine
Posted on Feb 24, 2025
The Health Coordinator is responsible for providing medical coverage for our on-site overnight school programs (spring and fall) and our youth groups and camp programs (4-5 summer weeks). The Health Coordinator will be responsible for administrative and clinical functions related to the healthcare of our participants. The Health Coordinator will...
Director of Advancement
Full time
$80,000-$85,000
Portland, ME with Hybrid Office/Remote Arrangement
Posted on Feb 14, 2025
The Director of Advancement reports directly to the Executive Director and is an essential member of MITA’s leadership team, guiding the operations responsible for MITA’s external relations and engagement, including all of MITA’s revenue lines, currently totaling over $1.4M annually, through a combination of direct activity and staff management. They...
Food & Beverage Director
Full time, Seasonal, Housing available
$20 Hourly + Tips
Shirley Mills, ME
Posted on Feb 07, 2025
Oversee all kitchen and cafe operations, including, but not limited too cooking and baking food, both to order and for prepackaging, food and drink inventory ordering, taking and putting together guest orders, and keeping the kitchen, food prep areas, and cafe orderly and clean to our high standards. Process transactions accurately...
Housekeeping
Part time, Seasonal, Entry Level
$15 hourly + Tips!
Shirley Mills, ME
Posted on Feb 07, 2025
We are looking for a professional Housekeeper able to attend to our facilities with integrity and attention to detail. Ensures the overall guest experience through creating a clean and orderly environment for our guests.
Barista
Full time, Part time, Seasonal, Entry Level
$16 hourly + Tips!
Shirley Mills, ME
Posted on Feb 07, 2025
We're seeking an enthusiastic individuals to work our small coffee and to-go items shop, providing excellent service to our guests, run the point of sale system, and assist in keeping the cleanliness of the cafe up to our high standards. This is a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic...
Guests Services Lead
Full time, Seasonal, Housing available
$18-$20 hourly
Shirley Mills, ME
Posted on Feb 07, 2025
Lead guest service agent for Northeast Whitewater store, campground and trips. Answers guests inquiries in person, via phone and email and directs guests to appropriate activities, services and area information. Plans guest adventures, guest overall trip and stay itinerary and provides information about all things Northeast Whitewater and the Moosehead...
Guest Services
Full time, Part time, Seasonal, Entry Level
$16-$18 hourly
Shirley Mills, ME
Posted on Feb 07, 2025
Front desk greeter, guest service agent for Northeast Whitewater store, campground and trips. Answers guests inquiries in person, via phone and email and directs guests to appropriate activities, services and area information. Plans guest adventures, guest overall trip and stay itinerary and provides information about all things Northeast Whitewater and...
Staff Manager
Full time, Seasonal
Starting rate of $25/hour, with higher rates possible for those with relevant experience
Portland, Maine
Posted on Feb 06, 2025
The Staff Manager at Portland Paddle provides leadership to our terrific team of onshore staff and guides. The job involves a range of responsibilities, including creating a staff schedule, coordinating training and assisting with hiring. The Staff Manager also assists other managers with logistics support, and fills in as needed at...
Sea Kayaking Guide
Full time, Part time, Seasonal
$20/hour plus tips
Portland, Maine
Posted on Feb 06, 2025
Portland Paddle is seeking sea kayaking guides and instructors to lead kayak tours and teach lessons at our base on the waterfront of Casco Bay in Portland. There’s a lot to love about this job: Being part of a fun and friendly team of talented outdoors people; working outside and...
Part-Time Team Member @ HoME
Part time
$18/hr starting
Carrabassett Valley/Sugarloaf
Posted on Jan 16, 2025
We're hiring for the winter season (and beyond, if desired)! Check out the job link for more info on the position and Hostel of Maine!
Development Director
Full time
Posted on Jan 07, 2025
Maine Huts & Trails (MH&T) is a non-profit based in Kingfield, Maine, that maintains an 80-mile network of backcountry, multi-use recreation trails and four eco-lodges in Maine’s western mountains, spanning from Carrabassett Valley to West Forks and the Kennebec River Valley. Together, the off-grid huts and trail experience provide discovery,...
Field Guide
Full time
$258.35/day
Stow, ME
Posted on Jan 06, 2025
Our guides are the backbone to our program. Guides provide supervision, guidance, mentorship, and instruction to our students throughout the week. Guides work in lockstep with our clinical team to facilitate group processing sessions, 4-season adventure therapy expeditions, and oversee weekly, clinical goal work. Guides also help to supervise and...
Clinical Therapist
Full time
60-75k
Stow, Maine
Posted on Jan 06, 2025
Hiring Now: Clinical Therapist Who are Clinical Therapists at Summit? Being a therapist in our dynamic continuum of care might be one of the most rewarding, rich environments from which to help adolescents grow and change. While therapists at Summit work in an individual, office-type setting and conduct individual, group...
Trail Crew Leader
Full time, Seasonal, Entry Level
$22/hr with increases based on experience
Katahdin Region
Posted on Dec 23, 2024
Come spend your summer in Maine’s beautiful Katahdin region! The Outdoor Sport Institute (OSI) is seeking a Trail Crew Leader for our 2025 Trail Crew! This is an hourly paid position responsible for working as part of our Katahdin Region Trail Crew to complete trail construction and maintenance. Work includes...
Machine Operator
Full time, Seasonal
$22/hr with increases based on experience
Katahdin Region
Posted on Dec 23, 2024
Spend your summer in Maine’s beautiful Katahdin region! The Outdoor Sport Institute (OSI) is seeking a Machine Operator for our 2025 Trail Crew! This is an hourly paid position responsible for working as part of our Katahdin Region Trail Crew to complete trail construction and maintenance. Work includes mini excavator...
Trail Crew Member
Full time, Seasonal, Entry Level
Base rate of $16/hr, increasing based on experience.
Katahdin Region
Posted on Dec 23, 2024
Come spend your summer in Maine’s beautiful Katahdin region! The Outdoor Sport Institute (OSI) is seeking Crew Members for our 2025 Trail Crew! This is an hourly paid position responsible for working as part of our Katahdin Region Trail Crew to complete trail construction and maintenance. Work includes hand tool...
Whitewater Raft Guide
Full time, Part time, Seasonal, Entry Level, Housing available
$15+ hourly depending on experience and tips!
Shirley Mills, West Forks, Up to Four Different Rivers
Posted on Dec 06, 2024
Serve as a whitewater rafting guide on paddle rafts. Guides will run half day and full-day trips on uniquely different rivers – Kennebec, Penobscot, Dead & Canada Falls. Guides’ primary responsibility is to provide exceptional customer service directly with our guests and seek to provide the safest and best possible...
Registered Maine Recreation Guide
Full time, Part time, Seasonal, Housing available
$16-$18 hourly, depending on qualifications, and Tips!
Shirley Mills, Me/Moosehead Lake Region
Posted on Dec 06, 2024
Serve as a Registered Maine recreation guide leading experiential trips for Northeast Whitewater guests seeking tours to see moose, birds, wildlife, and waterfalls through guided hikes, canoeing and kayaking trips. Recreation Guides will lead half and full-day trips for Northeast Whitewater located in the Moosehead Lake area of Maine and...
Email and Technical Copywriter
Full time
$70000 - $75000 /year
Biddeford, Maine
Posted on Dec 05, 2024
Hyperlite Mountain Gear designs and builds the world’s best backcountry gear including packs, tents, and accessories, and we’re looking for a new passionate team member. Hyperlite is trusted by the adventurers who depend on their equipment for success, safety, and survival. So, if you’re looking for a path into the...
Join the Maine Kayak Team – Lead Adventures That Inspire!
Full time, Part time, Seasonal, Entry Level, Housing available
Join Maine Kayak as a Registered Sea Kayak Guide, earning $18–$20/hour to start.
Midcoast, Maine (Boothbay Harbor, Pemaquid Harbor, Muscongus Bay)
Posted on Nov 25, 2024
Join the Maine Kayak Team – Lead Adventures That Inspire! At Maine Kayak, we believe in the power of the outdoors to transform the body, mind, and soul. Located in the quaint coastal towns of New Harbor on Pemaquid Point and Boothbay Harbor, we’ve spent decades helping people discover the...
Portland Gear Hub Bicycle Mechanic
Full time
up to $21/hr plus generouss benefits
Portland Maine
Posted on Nov 25, 2024
Job Summary Are you an experienced bicycle mechanic interested in joining a fast-paced mission driven organization? Do you love to share your excitement and knowledge about bikes and outdoor gear? Do you have an appreciation for recycling used equipment? We are looking for a bike mechanic to focus on refurbishing,...
Operations Manager
Full time, Part time
$20-$24/hr - Commensurate with experience
Yarmouth, Maine
Posted on Nov 01, 2024
We're are very excited to announce this new role for Maine Fly Company as of late fall 2024. We have a lot of exciting things in store for 2025! The primary responsibility for this new position is to act as an initial support to the MFC team and its community...
Outdoor Programs & Pathways Manager
Full time
Skowhegan, Maine
Posted on Oct 31, 2024
Main Street Skowhegan (MSS) seeks a professional, community-minded, team player to lead and expand our Skowhegan Outdoors initiative. This position will focus on strengthening partnerships, enhancing inclusive outdoor recreation opportunities, and managing a team to execute impactful outdoor programs. Working collaboratively with local, regional, and statewide partners and stakeholders, as...
“THE NUMBER ONE REASON TO LIVE IN MAINE IS THE OUTSTANDING QUALITY OF LIFE. IT’S HARD TO BEAT IF YOU LOVE THE OUTDOORS, BEING ACTIVE AND HAVING FOUR SEASONS.”
-Bill Yeo, Retail Manager of L.L.Bean’s Outdoor Discovery School
TYPES OF CAREERS
PRODUCT DESIGN + DEVELOPMENT
Maine’s outdoor heritage and culture of innovation has spawned dozens of outdoor equipment and apparel manufacturers with jobs available in production, stitching, design, and engineering.
MARKETING + SALES
Marketing and sales roles promoting outdoor gear and experiences are the most in-demand jobs in Maine’s outdoor industry according to a recent MOB member survey.
GUIDING + OUTFITTING
Prefer to be closer to the action? Maine is home to hundreds of guiding companies, organizations, and entrepreneurs that lead recreation trips and teach outdoor skills.
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Featured Educational Partner
Are you looking for something that combines your passion for the great outdoors with a valuable skill set that’ll allow you to manage — or start your own — four-season outdoor recreation-related businesses?
The University of Maine Farmington Outdoor Recreation Business Administration (ORBA) Program is one of the only undergraduate outdoor recreation business focused programs in the country. Graduates work for companies like L.L.Bean, Old Town Canoe, Hyperlite Mountain Gear, Garmin, Sugarloaf Mountain, and more.
ORBA is an innovative academic program with a broad four-season focus and an emphasis on business, with substantial coursework in outdoor recreation — including areas like snow sports, the river industry, adventure sports, hiking and camping, golf, and inland fishing. Check Out The ORBA Program
