What outdoor jobs are available in Flagstaff?

Flagstaff offers positions with Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona Snowbowl ski resort, Coconino National Forest, and numerous guiding companies. Northern Arizona University also has outdoor education and recreation management programs with student employment.

How close is Flagstaff to Grand Canyon?

Flagstaff is just 80 miles (1.5 hours) from Grand Canyon South Rim. Many Grand Canyon employees live in Flagstaff for its amenities while commuting to park jobs or leading day tours from town.

Does Flagstaff have ski resort jobs?

Yes! Arizona Snowbowl offers winter employment just 14 miles from downtown. The resort receives over 260 inches of snow annually and hires for lift operations, ski patrol, instruction, and mountain operations.

What makes Flagstaff unique for outdoor careers?

Flagstaff offers rare mountain town living in the Southwest, with skiing, hiking, and climbing at elevation combined with proximity to desert adventures. The lower cost of living compared to Colorado mountain towns attracts outdoor professionals.

Outdoor Jobs in Flagstaff, Arizona

Active Jobs

65+

Top Industry

National Parks

Major Employers

NPS, Snowbowl, NAU

Key Feature

Grand Canyon Gateway

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Outdoor Education Instructor

YMCA Camp Mason

HARDWICK, NJ, US

2 weeks ago

Temporary

Starting date: August 24, 2026 (possibility of early start August 17) Ending date: November 22, 2026 Pay: $640 per 40 hour week. Plus room & board.

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Young Adult Asst. Crew Leader, Urban and Community Forestry

Northwest Youth Corps

Tacoma, WA, US

3 weeks ago

Internship

USD 11,844 - 11,845

LOCATION: Tacoma, WA This is a community-based crew without housing or camping provided. BENEFITS: Service term of 520 total hours from September 8 through December 18, 2026 Assistant Leads receive a…

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Conservation Camping Crew Leader

Northwest Youth Corps

Eugene, Oregon, US

3 weeks ago

Temporary

USD 910 - 975

LOCATION: Starts and ends in Eugene, OR. Crews spend their session working and camping on public lands and in communities across Oregon, Washington, and/or Idaho.

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Young Adult Crew Leader, Urban and Community Forestry

Northwest Youth Corps

2 locations

3 weeks ago

Temporary

USD 775 - 825

LOCATION: Boise, ID. This is a community-based crew without housing or camping provided. COMPENSATION: $775-$825/week, depending on Crew Leaders' new/returning status and WFR/WEMT certifications.

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 Young Adult Crew Leader, Urban and Community Forestry

Northwest Youth Corps

Tacoma, WA, US

3 weeks ago

Temporary

USD 775 - 825

LOCATION: Tacoma, WA. This is a community-based crew without housing or camping provided. COMPENSATION: $775-$825/week, depending on Crew Leaders' new/returning status and WFR/WEMT certifications.

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AmeriCorps Camping Crew Member 

Northwest Youth Corps

Eugene, Oregon, UN

3 weeks ago

Internship

USD 7,956 - 7,957

LOCATION: Starts and ends in Eugene, OR. Project locations generally include national forests, national parks, and wilderness areas throughout Oregon, Washington, and Idaho.

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Program Instructor

Stone Canyon Outdoor EdVentures

Larkspur, CO, US

4 weeks ago

Temporary

USD 500 - 560

SCOE Background Info: - Located in Larkspur, CO (40 miles south of Denver, 30 miles north of Colorado Springs). - Monument, CO, has most of your amenities and is 15-20 minutes away.

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Archaeological Field Director

Logan Simpson

Flagstaff, Arizona, US

1 weeks ago

Full-Time

USD 68,640 - 85,280

Are you interested in joining an award-winning, multidisciplinary consulting firm where you can contribute to our diverse, collaborative, and innovative team?

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Flagstaff AZ - Store Sales Specialist

REI (Recreational Equipment Inc.)

Flagstaff, Arizona, US

2 weeks ago

PART_TIME

USD 38,168 - 38,646

Overview Come shape the future of the outdoors. REI Co-op is united around discovering, building and celebrating better ways of working in this world, all so that folks can find and pursue a love of…

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Southwest Prescribed Fire Manager

The Nature Conservancy

Flagstaff, Arizona, US

2 weeks ago

FULL_TIME

USD 78,000 - 92,000

What We Can Achieve Together: The Southwest Prescribed Fire Manager provides fire management leadership in Arizona and New Mexico by directly implementing priority prescribed fire, coordinating and…

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Vans: Supervisor - Flagstaff Mall

VF Corporation

Flagstaff, Arizona, US

4 weeks ago

PART_TIME

USD 23 - 27

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…

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Logistics Coordinator

American Conservation Experience

Flagstaff, Arizona, US

4 weeks ago

USD 49,000 - 52,000

American Conservation Experience (ACE) is a dynamic non-profit organization dedicated to providing rewarding environmental service opportunities that harness the idealism and energy of a volunteer…

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Outdoor Careers in Flagstaff

Flagstaff is a premier outdoor hub at 7,000 feet elevation, offering four-season recreation from skiing at Arizona Snowbowl to hiking in the Coconino National Forest. Its proximity to Grand Canyon National Park creates abundant guiding and conservation opportunities.

Outdoor Opportunities

•Grand Canyon guiding and operations
•Arizona Snowbowl ski resort jobs
•Forest Service positions
•Mountain biking trail work
•Outdoor education at NAU

Top Outdoor Industries

•National Parks
•Ski Resorts
•Forest Service
•Outdoor Education

Major Employers

•Grand Canyon National Park
•Arizona Snowbowl
•Coconino National Forest
•Northern Arizona University
•Flagstaff Nordic Center

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