The Program Director (PD) provides overall leadership of the High Sierra Program team and single point accountability for local High Sierra wilderness programming quality and safety. The PD works to provide daily leadership, administrative mentorship and management of the Midpines basecamp. Responsibilities include local operations, course supervision and business management. Reports to the Director of Program & Safety (DPS).

This opportunity is perfect for the individual looking to work with a tight-knit team and community during program season!

Compensation & Schedule

• This is an exempt, full-time 12 or 11 month position.
• Rustic housing is provided, if desired, during the summer program season, and there is an option to caretake the property over the winter.
• Food is provided during the summer program season.
• Salary is commensurate with experience, with a starting range from $60,000-65,000 annualized
• Tentative start date at the earliest is Oct 1, 2026
• Required to work from our Midpines Basecamp from April 1 - until approximately late Sept, and can work remote in an approved state the rest of the year (CA, CO, OR, UT)

Benefits

• OBCA offers a competitive benefits package, including comprehensive health insurance with employer contribution, PTO, long-term disability and life insurance, Flexible Spending Account, optional Health Savings Account, Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), and 401(k) plan with 1% match after 1 year from start date.
• Opportunities for professional development
• Pro Deal, the opportunity to purchase outdoor gear at discounted rates

Location

This position is located at our High Sierra program base in Midpines, California, in the Sierra Nevada foothills 30 miles east of Yosemite National Park. High summer temperatures can reach 80-120+ degrees Fahrenheit. The basecamp has a main building with an office, program gear sheds, a commercial kitchen and weather port living quarters (durable fabric structures).

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