Trail Manager

Organization

Salida Mountain Trails

Job Posted

January 7, 2026

Job status

Open

Job Category

Job Type

Job Duration

Job Compensation Type

Remote

No

Website

https://salidamountaintrails.org/jobs/

Careers

Contact Name

Jon Terbush

Contact Email

jobs@salidamountaintrails.org

Deadline to Apply

Location

Salida, CO
United States
The Trail Manager (TM) is responsible for providing a long-term vision for the SMT trail network, and will work closely with SMT’s Trail Program Manager (TPM) to plan, coordinate and carry out maintenance projects on trails within the system. This position will also support volunteer projects throughout the field season. With support from the TPM, the Trail Manager will oversee seasonal trail crew(s), contractors, and Youth Conservation Corps to ensure SMT trails are safe, sustainable and aligned with a positive user experience. This position will split time between planning, administrative, and field duties, with the majority of field hours taking place between March and November. Projects will range from new tread construction, technical rock work, raking, cleaning out drains, and everything in between.

Summary

Salida Mountain Trails (SMT) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit whose mission is to build and maintain sustainable, multi-use trails; steward public lands; and promote a thriving trail community. SMT manages 70 miles of singletrack spread across two trail systems close to town—Arkansas Hills and Methodist Mountain—as well as part of the iconic Monarch Crest.

SMT is a small, tight-knit organization with 3 full-time employees, and we are looking for an experienced Trail Manager to join our growing team! A significant amount of the work completed on SMT trail systems is performed by community volunteers, and in the 2026 field season we anticipate hosting approximately 40 volunteer events. We do our best to foster a work culture that balances professionalism, efficiency, and high-quality work with a human-centered, fun, and safe learning environment.

The Trails Manager is a hands-on, working-lead role. During the primary field season (March–November), the Trail Manager should expect to spend the majority of their work week performing and leading trail maintenance and construction (usually 3–4+ days/week in the field), with remaining time dedicated to planning, coordination, reporting, and partner communication.

***Please visit our website www.salidamountaintrails.org/jobs/ for a full job description. 

 To Apply: Send a resume and cover letter to jobs@salidamountaintrails.org with “Trail Manager” in the subject line.

Application Deadline: February 6, 2026. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, priority will be given to those received prior to January 31.

Compensation Information

This is a Full Time, Salaried, Exempt, 12-month position with a salary range of $60,000 - $70,000 commensurate with experience. Additional benefits include a stipend for health insurance, 15 days PTO, plus all federal holidays.