Natural Habitat Adventures 

 

UPDATES: Hiring for 2022!

 

Hiring:

 
 
 

Expedition Leader


 

Our Expedition Leaders are the best in the business. They are highly educated, passionate about the wild places they share with and interpret for our guests, and they exude an irrepressible enthusiasm that can’t help but inspire those who travel with them. As naturalists, biologists and environmental educators, their knowledge deeply enriches the experience of those who see the natural world through their eyes. While many of our Expedition Leaders have master’s or doctorate degrees, they are chosen for their good nature as well as their good grades. Many of our guests are veterans of global travel, sophisticated and independent, but they choose to travel with us because of our Expedition Leaders’ expertise. In the realm of nature adventure travel, great guides set us apart.

We are currently looking for guides in North America (Canada, United States National Parks, Alaska), England, Portugal, Australia. Our preference is to hire guides who are from the regions we travel to. Please note where you reside in the subject line of your email. For example, "I am from Switzerland." This way we can quickly note this among the many inquiries we receive.

Below, you'll find the important qualifications we look for when we hire guides. Please review the following list and apply only if you have the necessary skills and experience.

 

Requirements

  • Minimum of five years' experience leading multi-day tours with groups of 8-16 people, or a bachelor's degree with major coursework in the natural sciences or related field

  • Demonstrated knowledge of and passion for wildlife, ecology and natural history

  • Outstanding customer service and communication skills

  • Strong problem-solving ability and capacity to make independent decisions

  • Capable of working long hours for multiple consecutive days

  • High level of integrity, maturity, patience and enthusiasm

  • Current Wilderness First Responder certification or equivalent strongly preferred

  • Availability from June to September (North America and Europe guiding season)

Contact
To apply, please email a cover letter describing your interest and experience, and send a resume of your work and education history to ELemployment@nathab.com. 

 

Ground Operations Staff


 

We are looking for a driven, passionate, highly capable, organized and fun individual to join our ground operations team. The Ground Operations staff member is responsible for providing logistical support and assistance to the Trip Owner and Expedition Leaders. This is a field-based contract position that requires the ability to adapt and thrive in a dynamic environment with many variables.

We are currently looking for guides in North America (Canada, United States National Parks, Alaska), England, Portugal, Australia. Our preference is to hire guides who are from the regions we travel to. Please note where you reside in the subject line of your email. For example, "I am from Switzerland." This way we can quickly note this among the many inquiries we receive.

 

Responsibilities
Job responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:

  • Be the first line of defense on any trip issues; foresee scheduling conflicts, manage Expedition Leader requests, develop alternative solutions for trip disruptions and inform vendors of changes as needed

  • Manage any last-minute schedule interruptions (bad weather, cancellations, etc.)

  • Provide in-person assistance to Expedition Leaders and guests when necessary

  • Address any partner relationship issues with Trip Owner in a timely manner

  • Acquire, manage and track petty cash transactions

  • Assist with group luggage as needed (pickup and delivery to hotel and into rooms)

  • Work with partners in the field on sustainability when necessary (arranging field lunches, etc.)

  • Provide shuttle services to guests and Expedition Leaders, if applicable

  • Assist with rescheduling of meals and informing both Expedition Leaders and vendors

  • Work with restaurants to ensure dietary requirements are met

  • Work with hotels to correct rooming issues and provide suitable room types for guests with mobility limitations

  • Work with Adventure Inventory Manager to handle vehicle issues in the field

  • Working with Adventure Inventory Manager to manage any additional season gear needs

  • Complete end-of-season inventory

  • Comply with and promote all safety procedures

Time & Seasonality

While your hours will vary from day to day, it is virtually certain you will need to work long hours every day in order accomplish our goal of ultimate customer service. It is imperative to understand that at times, accomplishing our goal will require working very early mornings and late nights.

Requirements

  • Three or more years of operational experience in the field

  • Three or more years of customer service experience

  • Proven leadership abilities, including a strong track record of dependability and interpersonal skills

  • Ability to work with a team

  • Be able to lift items up to 50 pounds

  • Experience working in remote areas for long periods of time (prior work experience in small, remote towns preferred)

  • Valid driver’s license and clean driving record

  • Certification in First Aid/CPR

  • Must abide by all Natural Habitat Adventures polices regarding COVID-19. Must be vaccinated and be willing to take COVID-19 tests throughout the season, when required.

Compensation & Benefits
Nat Hab provides housing, meals, transportation to/from location for any travel, as well as branded clothing.


Contact
To apply, please email a cover letter describing your interest and experience, and send a resume of your work and education history to ELemployment@nathab.com. 

 

Additional Information About Natural Habitat Adventures 

Our mission is conservation through exploration: protecting our planet by inspiring travelers, supporting local communities and boldly influencing the entire travel industry.