POSITION OVERVIEW

As Canada’s leading outdoor adventure post-secondary institution, Timberline Canadian Alpine Academy is dedicated to developing the next generation of mountain professionals, guides, and conservationists. We are seeking a passionate and dynamic Academic Program Manager to join our team in Banff, Alberta. This is a seasonal role running from mid-September to June, blending academic leadership with hands-on experiential learning and student mentorship.
The ideal candidate is an enthusiastic outdoor educator with a strong commitment to conservation, local ecology, Indigenous relations and sustainable tourism. They are a skilled interpretive guide, an inspiring teacher, and a collaborative team member. If you are well connected to the local community and driven to foster meaningful learning experiences in the Rockies, we invite you to apply.

QUALIFICATIONS

· Relevant field work or post-secondary education in areas such as Outdoor Education, Environmental Science, Ecotourism, or Education.
· Significant experience working as a guide or interpretive guide within the Bow Valley, demonstrating in-depth knowledge of the region’s landscapes and communities.
· Strong understanding of the Bow Valley’s local history, Indigenous heritage, ecology, and current social and environmental issues.
· Demonstrated ability to teach and facilitate learning in both classroom and outdoor settings.
· Experience with curriculum development, program coordination, or educational leadership.
· Well established community connections and collaborative experience within the Bow Valley.
· Current certifications in wilderness first aid and guiding qualifications.
· Commitment to inclusion, reconciliation, and respect for diverse perspectives in outdoor programming.
· Comfort with technology and adaptable to both remote and field-based education.
· Adventurous, resilient, and enthusiastic about a wide range of outdoor activities throughout the seasons.

· Deliver experiential, field-based learning and best practices in outdoor leadership, interpretation, and environmental ethics.
· Design, develop, and continuously update program curricula to reflect evolving trends in ecotourism, guiding, and outdoor education.
· Collaborate with other leadership team members, external partners, and industry experts to ensure program relevance and excellence.
· Deliver lectures, seminars, and field sessions on interpretive guiding, local ecology, safety, and conservation.
· Mentor aspiring guides, providing academic support, career guidance, and leadership development.
· Champion ecological stewardship and sustainability initiatives within the Academy and the greater Bow Valley community.
· Develop partnerships with local conservation organizations, Parks Canada, and community stakeholders.
· Work closely with staff to ensure program cohesion, resource allocation, and a positive learning environment.
· Participate in Timberline programs, including hiking, skiing and other outdoor pursuits.
· Support administrative, marketing, and outreach activities as needed, demonstrating flexibility to contribute across business needs.