River Manager

• Work in a dynamic, culturally diverse team from around the globe
• Fast-paced and active position – get your step counter ready!
• The chance to work in an inclusive culture and make life-long friends
• Opportunities for career growth or future work at other Pursuit locations
• Discounts at Glacier Park Collection and other Pursuit locations
• Access to one of the world’s most beautiful and iconic National Parks

The River Manager works as part of the operations management team and services as a front-line shift manager at the rafting depot, fly shop, and operations barn. They coordinate logistics, organize trips, mentor staff, and provide formal and on-the-job training. The River Manager plays a key role in ensuring the efficiency and safety of daily river operations. They lead daily safety meetings, adjust and communicate guide and driver schedules, and field customer service issues and on river incidents.   

$2,256.00 biweekly

This role is available for our summer 2025 season!

• Organize and coordinate fishing trip departures and arrivals.
• Organize and coordinate raft trip departures and arrivals.
• Organize, coordinate, and help with staff needs for shuttles, rentals, and self-guides.
• Communicate with office staff on updated guest participation numbers.
• Manage guides, shuttle drivers with Glacier Raft Company operations.
• Coordinates with Kitchen Manager for daily food service needs
• Conduct morning meetings to update guide staff on current river conditions as well as continuing to train on guiding, river safety and company policies and procedures.
• Address guest concerns or incidents on the river.
• Organize daily operations to maximize efficiency and profits.
• Ensure the cleanliness of the barn, downtown office, and company vehicles.
• Assists guests and teammates where needed.
• Be a utility player who can complete a variety of job duties.
• Drive Shuttles and Guides as needed

• Previous guide experience required
• Previous river leadership experience preferred
• Class B CDL with passenger and airbrake endorsement
• Swiftwater rescue training
• CPR/First Aid certification
• MT Guide License
• Work-ethic and commitment to the team and guest is key.
• Be willing and able to work solo or as part of a team
• Be committed to Safety First and the highest quality of cleaning & sanitizing standards
• Be organized with a great eye for detail
• Be kind to others and always bring your best
• Be a good communicator, always suggesting ideas and solutions
• Be helpful and friendly, willing to go the extra mile
• Be relaxed, flexible and able to handle a few curve balls
• Be ready to have fun!

• You’ll work in iconic, unforgettable and inspiring Glacier National Park. You’ll see amazing scenery and wildlife. You’ll participate in team events – and fun!
• You’ll spend your days in and around historic hotels, lodges and cabins
• Glacier Park Collection is a non-smoking, drug-free environment
• Our home is filled with trees, lakes and blue-bird skies; rather than buildings, freeways and smog. Connect with friends around a bonfire instead of through WiFi.
• You need to be prepared for a physical working environment with walking, stair climbing, bending, reaching, lifting (up to 50 pounds with assistance) required
• You'll spend your days working with a unique team of individuals where your views, orientation, culture, background and opinions are welcome as we strive to ensure an inclusive culture.