--- title: "Outdoor Jobs in Boston, MA | Harbor Islands & Emerald Necklace Careers" url: https://www.getoutdoorjobs.com/outdoor-jobs-boston description: "Find outdoor jobs in Boston, Massachusetts. Discover Boston Harbor Islands, Emerald Necklace parks, coastal recreation, and environmental education careers." lang: en --- # Outdoor Jobs in Boston, Massachusetts Explore outdoor careers in historic Boston. From the Boston Harbor Islands to the Emerald Necklace park system, discover opportunities in coastal recreation and urban conservation. ### Active Jobs 65+ ### Top Industry Urban Parks ### Avg Salary Range $42K - $75K ## Job Search Results Showing 1–20 of 22 jobs Active filters: Country: US FEATURED Image: YMCA of the Rockies logo (https://ctbkvkigwvntnuityasg.supabase.co/storage/v1/render/image/public/company-logos/1789660163500-y3ews8.png?width=80&height=80&resize=contain&quality=75) ### Elevate Gap Program - Spring 2027 YMCA of the Rockies (https://www.getoutdoorjobs.com/company/ymca-of-the-rockies) Estes Park, CO, US 6 days ago Temporary USD 15 - 16 Get Paid to Work, Explore & Grow in the Colorado Rockies Spring 2027 Elevate Gap Program March 15 – May 28, 2027 | Estes Park, Colorado | Ages 18–23 Your Next Adventure Starts Here. View Job: https://www.getoutdoorjobs.com/company/ymca-of-the-rockies/jobs/elevate-gap-program-spring-2027-estes-park-7f9da8 Apply: https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/portal/00F1F305D986350F2A5DF3D1AE79350F/jobs/594748 FEATURED Image: HAWKs East Bay logo (https://ctbkvkigwvntnuityasg.supabase.co/storage/v1/render/image/public/company-logos/1788841984892-8pepl.png?width=80&height=80&resize=contain&quality=75) ### HAWKs Educator HAWKs East Bay (https://www.getoutdoorjobs.com/company/hawks-east-bay) Oakland, CA, US 3 weeks ago Part-time HAWKs Educator - Reports to: Field Operations Manager - Location: Oakland, Piedmont, and Berkeley, CA - Position Type: Part-Time (average 10–25 hours/week) - Compensation: $25/hour, plus paid… View Job: https://www.getoutdoorjobs.com/company/hawks-east-bay/jobs/hawks-educator-oakland-973c73 FEATURED Image: Elements Programs logo (https://ctbkvkigwvntnuityasg.supabase.co/storage/v1/render/image/public/company-logos/1788551253023-ufw3kj.png?width=80&height=80&resize=contain&quality=75) ### Field Mentor Elements Programs (https://www.getoutdoorjobs.com/company/elements-programs) Huntington, Utah, US 3 weeks ago Full-time USD 36,400 - 49,920 Elements is a small owner-operated Outdoor Therapy Program. We work with adolescents and young adults struggling with a wide range of mental health and life challenges. View Job: https://www.getoutdoorjobs.com/company/elements-programs/jobs/field-mentor-huntington-dcc211 Apply: https://form.jotform.com/231373432542046 Image: Delaware North logo (https://ctbkvkigwvntnuityasg.supabase.co/storage/v1/render/image/public/company-logos/delaware-north-1790078471126.png?width=80&height=80&resize=contain&quality=75) ### Lead Retail Supervisor, TD Garden Delaware North (https://www.getoutdoorjobs.com/company/delaware-north) Boston, Massachusetts, US 5 days ago FULL_TIME GOJ 50 Overview Delaware North Sportservice is hiring a full-time Lead Retail Supervisor to join our team at TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. View Job: https://www.getoutdoorjobs.com/company/delaware-north/jobs/lead-retail-supervisor-td-garden-boston-894785 Apply: https://internalcareers.delawarenorth.com/jobs/54880 Image: Stio logo (https://workablehr.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/account/logo/442880/logo) ### Retail Area Manager (East) Stio (https://www.getoutdoorjobs.com/company/stio) Boston, Massachusetts, US 5 days ago FULL_TIME USD 85,000 - 105,000 GOJ 47 ABOUT US Stio® is an omni-channel mountain brand that designs, develops and sells beautiful, functional, and innovative apparel, footwear and other accessories infused with the soul of the mountain… View Job: https://www.getoutdoorjobs.com/company/stio/jobs/retail-area-manager-east-boston-497443 Apply: https://jobs.workable.com/view/juxCCtHtraajcwRgZitZnZ/hybrid-retail-area-manager-(east)-in-boston-at-stio Image: Patagonia logo (https://ctbkvkigwvntnuityasg.supabase.co/storage/v1/render/image/public/company-logos/patagonia-1765035675125.png?width=80&height=80&resize=contain&quality=75) ### Warehouse Team Leader Patagonia (https://www.getoutdoorjobs.com/company/patagonia) Boston, Massachusetts, US 5 days ago Full time USD 27 - 29 GOJ 85 Job Title: Warehouse Team Leader Team: Retail Location: Boston, MA Store Scope: Retail Operations, O3 Reports To: Retail Store General Manager Pay Range: $26.60 - $28.60 per hour Benefits: Patagonia… View Job: https://www.getoutdoorjobs.com/company/patagonia/jobs/warehouse-team-leader-boston-136764 Apply: https://patagonia.wd503.myworkdayjobs.com/PWCareers/job/Boston-MA-Store/Warehouse-Team-Leader_JOB-REQ-11784 Image: Hornblower Group Inc. logo (https://ctbkvkigwvntnuityasg.supabase.co/storage/v1/render/image/public/company-logos/hornblower-group-inc--1790100097221.png?width=80&height=80&resize=contain&quality=75) ### Marine Operations - Director Marine Operations Hornblower Group Inc. (https://www.getoutdoorjobs.com/company/hornblower-group-inc) Boston, Massachusetts, US 6 days ago GOJ 50 Hornblower Group is a global leader in experience and transportation. Spanning a 100-year history, Hornblower Group’s portfolio of international offerings includes water- and land-based experiences… View Job: https://www.getoutdoorjobs.com/company/hornblower-group-inc/jobs/marine-operations-director-marine-operations-boston-932975 Apply: https://jobs.dayforcehcm.com/en-US/hornblower/CANDIDATEPORTAL/jobs/7160 Image: National Park Service logo (https://ctbkvkigwvntnuityasg.supabase.co/storage/v1/render/image/public/company-logos/national-park-service-1789900769183.png?width=80&height=80&resize=contain&quality=75) ### Supervisory Facility Operations Specialist National Park Service (https://www.getoutdoorjobs.com/company/national-park-service) Boston, MA, US 2 weeks ago Full-time USD 84,579 - 109,959 GOJ 85 You will serve as a Supervisory Facility Operations Specialist with the National Park Service at Boston National Historical Park. View Job: https://www.getoutdoorjobs.com/company/national-park-service/jobs/supervisory-facility-operations-specialist-boston-MP-EHB Apply: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/883860500 ### Interdisciplinary Integrated Resources Program Manager Boston, MA, US 2 weeks ago Full-time USD 120,548 - 156,715 GOJ 85 You will serve as a Interdisciplinary Integrated Resources Program Manager with National Park Service. View Job: https://www.getoutdoorjobs.com/company/national-park-service/jobs/interdisciplinary-integrated-resources-program-manager-boston-MP-RLA Apply: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/884532400 Image: G Adventures logo (https://ctbkvkigwvntnuityasg.supabase.co/storage/v1/render/image/public/company-logos/g-adventures-1787056067648.png?width=80&height=80&resize=contain&quality=75) ### Director, Platform Systems G Adventures (https://www.getoutdoorjobs.com/company/g-adventures) 2 locations 2 weeks ago Full time GOJ 85 About Us Let’s go on an adventure together! Hey there, we’re G Adventures. We’re one of the world’s leading small group travel companies, and we’ve always believed that travel isn’t just about where… View Job: https://www.getoutdoorjobs.com/company/g-adventures/jobs/director-platform-systems-frontier-boston-JR2001 Apply: https://gadventures.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/GAdventures/job/Frontier---Boston-USA/Director--Platform-Systems_JR2001 Image: YETI logo (https://ctbkvkigwvntnuityasg.supabase.co/storage/v1/render/image/public/company-logos/yeti-1789900765589.png?width=80&height=80&resize=contain&quality=75) ### Retail Sales Associate **Seasonal** - Newbury St. YETI (https://www.getoutdoorjobs.com/company/yeti) Boston, Massachusetts, US 2 weeks ago Part time GOJ 85 At YETI, we believe that time spent outdoors matters more than ever and our gear can make that time extraordinary. View Job: https://www.getoutdoorjobs.com/company/yeti/jobs/retail-sales-associate-seasonal-newbury-st-boston-102357 Apply: https://yeticoolers.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/YETI/job/Boston-Massachusetts/Retail-Sales-Associate---Seasonal-----Newbury-St_JR102357 Image: CATHLEEN STONE ISLAND OUTWARD BOUND SCHOOL logo (https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/GetLogoFile?moduleId=43061) ### Cook CATHLEEN STONE ISLAND OUTWARD BOUND SCHOOL (https://www.getoutdoorjobs.com/company/cathleen-stone-island-outward-bound-school) Boston, Massachusetts, US 2 weeks ago USD 19 - 23 Description Who are we? Cathleen Stone Island Outward Bound School is a National and State Park located in the heart of the Boston Harbor Islands. View Job: https://www.getoutdoorjobs.com/company/cathleen-stone-island-outward-bound-school/jobs/cook-boston-340193 Apply: https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/Jobs/Details/4498515 Image: Vans logo (https://ctbkvkigwvntnuityasg.supabase.co/storage/v1/render/image/public/company-logos/vans-1765035975369.png?width=80&height=80&resize=contain&quality=75) ### Vans: Sales Associate - Newbury Street Vans (https://www.getoutdoorjobs.com/company/vans) Boston, Massachusetts, US 4 weeks ago Part time USD 17 - 25 Vans is the original brand rooted in the authentic lifestyle of skateboarding. We are driven by our mission to inspire and empower everyone to live “Off The Wall” – embracing the youthful spirit of… View Job: https://www.getoutdoorjobs.com/company/vans/jobs/vans-sales-associate-newbury-street-boston-376937 Apply: https://vfc.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/vans_careers/job/USCA--USA--Massachusetts--Boston-451---VAN/Vans--Sales-Associate---Newbury-Street_R-20260831-0080 Image: VF Corporation logo (https://ctbkvkigwvntnuityasg.supabase.co/storage/v1/render/image/public/company-logos/vf-corporation-1781689549760.png?width=80&height=80&resize=contain&quality=75) VF Corporation (https://www.getoutdoorjobs.com/company/vf-corporation) Boston, Massachusetts, US 4 weeks ago Part time USD 17 - 25 View Job: https://www.getoutdoorjobs.com/company/vf-corporation/jobs/vans-sales-associate-newbury-street-boston-379913 Apply: https://vfc.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/vfc_careers/job/USCA--USA--Massachusetts--Boston-451---VAN/Vans--Sales-Associate---Newbury-Street_R-20260831-0080-1 ### Mountain Studio Retail Sales Associate | Boston, ID (Part-Time Seasonal) Boston, Massachusetts, US 4 weeks ago USD 18 - 21 ABOUT US Stio® is a mountain apparel brand that designs, develops and sells beautiful, functional, and innovative apparel infused with the soul of the mountain lifestyle. View Job: https://www.getoutdoorjobs.com/company/stio/jobs/mountain-studio-retail-sales-associate-boston-id-part-time-seasonal-boston-799163 Apply: https://jobs.workable.com/view/3a1HFNb1WCYJDCfkaGjmcA/mountain-studio-retail-sales-associate-%7C-boston%2C-id-(part-time-seasonal)-in-boston-at-stio Image: Hornblower Group Inc. logo (https://ctbkvkigwvntnuityasg.supabase.co/storage/v1/render/image/public/company-logos/hornblower-group-inc--1788512477893.png?width=80&height=80&resize=contain&quality=75) ### Cook - Odyssey & Spirit of Boston Boston, Massachusetts, US 4 weeks ago View Job: https://www.getoutdoorjobs.com/company/hornblower-group-inc/jobs/cook-odyssey-spirit-of-boston-boston-426940 Apply: https://jobs.dayforcehcm.com/en-US/hornblower/CANDIDATEPORTAL/jobs/6506 ### Dishwasher - Odyssey & Spirit of Boston Boston, Massachusetts, US 4 weeks ago View Job: https://www.getoutdoorjobs.com/company/hornblower-group-inc/jobs/dishwasher-odyssey-spirit-of-boston-boston-426966 Apply: https://jobs.dayforcehcm.com/en-US/hornblower/CANDIDATEPORTAL/jobs/6518 ### Guest Service Agent - Boston Harbor City Cruises MBTA Boston, Massachusetts, US 4 weeks ago GOJ 47 View Job: https://www.getoutdoorjobs.com/company/hornblower-group-inc/jobs/guest-service-agent-boston-harbor-city-cruises-mbta-boston-536172 Apply: https://jobs.dayforcehcm.com/en-US/hornblower/CANDIDATEPORTAL/jobs/6544 Image: Arc'teryx logo (https://ctbkvkigwvntnuityasg.supabase.co/storage/v1/render/image/public/company-logos/arc-teryx-1787551267086.png?width=80&height=80&resize=contain&quality=75) ### Product Guide - Seasonal Arc'teryx (https://www.getoutdoorjobs.com/company/arcteryx) Boston, Massachusetts, US 8/19/2026 PT Temp/Seasonal GOJ 85 Your Opportunity at ARC’TERYX: You are the face of the brand on the retail floor, delivering an unforgettable experience to our guests. View Job: https://www.getoutdoorjobs.com/company/arcteryx/jobs/product-guide-seasonal-boston-c1129b Apply: https://jobs.lever.co/arcteryx.com/9d512d1b-8056-414e-a02c-6fdee9c1129b/apply ### Product Development and Travel Style Manager-2 Frontier - Boston, USA, US 7/13/2026 Full time GOJ 85 View Job: https://www.getoutdoorjobs.com/company/g-adventures/jobs/product-development-and-travel-style-manager-2-frontier-boston-1947-1 Apply: https://gadventures.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/GAdventures/job/Frontier---Boston-USA/Product-Development-and-Travel-Style-Manager-2_JR1947-1 Page 1 of 2 ### Outdoor Careers in Boston Boston's historic park system, designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, and the Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area create unique urban outdoor opportunities. The city's strong academic presence also supports environmental research careers. ### Outdoor Opportunities - • Harbor Islands park ranger and educator - • Emerald Necklace conservancy staff - • Environmental research technician - • Urban forestry specialist - • Coastal kayak and sailing instructor - • Zoo and aquarium educator ### Top Outdoor Industries - • National Recreation Areas - • Historic Parks - • Environmental Research - • Urban Forestry - • Coastal Recreation - • Conservation Education ### Major Employers - • Boston Harbor Islands NRA - • Emerald Necklace Conservancy - • Mass Audubon - • New England Aquarium - • Arnold Arboretum - • Charles River Conservancy ### Frequently Asked Questions About Outdoor Jobs in Boston ### What outdoor jobs are available in Boston? ### What are the Boston Harbor Islands? ### Is Boston good for environmental research careers? ### What is the Emerald Necklace? ### Are there seasonal outdoor jobs in Boston? ### What certifications help for Boston outdoor jobs? ### Explore Other Cities New York NY https://www.getoutdoorjobs.com/outdoor-jobs-new-york Washington DC DC https://www.getoutdoorjobs.com/outdoor-jobs-washington-dc Portland ME https://www.getoutdoorjobs.com/outdoor-jobs-portland Philadelphia PA https://www.getoutdoorjobs.com/outdoor-jobs-philadelphia ## Structured data ```json { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "FAQPage", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "What outdoor jobs are available in Boston?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Boston offers harbor island ranger positions, urban park management, environmental education, aquarium and zoo roles, sailing instruction, and conservation technician jobs." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What are the Boston Harbor Islands?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "A national recreation area of 34 islands in Boston Harbor, offering ranger, interpretation, camping, and conservation positions through the National Park Service and state partners." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Is Boston good for environmental research careers?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes, Boston's universities (Harvard, MIT, BU) and organizations like Woods Hole create abundant research opportunities in marine science and environmental studies." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What is the Emerald Necklace?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "A historic 1,100-acre chain of parks designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, managed by multiple agencies with positions in horticulture, maintenance, education, and programming." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Are there seasonal outdoor jobs in Boston?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes, summer brings harbor island programs, sailing schools, urban camps, and park programming. 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