Washington Trails Association
Trails for everyone, forever
Washington Trails AssociationTrails for everyone, forever
We're looking for collaborative, passionate people to help us build trails for everyone, forever. Learn more about our hiring process, benefits and see our open jobs.
Everyone deserves to have opportunities to recreate outdoors and to have safe, welcoming and inclusive experiences on trail. If there’s one thing we know — it’s that trails and access to the outdoors are a must-have. Help us ensure more people have access to the benefits of time spent in nature. Let’s build those trails together.
We are a collaborative and fun community of passionate individuals, motivating each other to give our best efforts at work. Although we may be tackling some of the biggest problems facing hikers and public lands — we inspire and challenge each other to be fierce, take risks and celebrate when we can.
Safety, fun and work — in that order — has been the WTA trail maintenance motto since our program was founded more than 25 years ago. Whether on trail or in office, we believe fostering a safe and fun environment enables us to do our work better.
We’re committed to providing a total compensation program that aligns with our culture, values and strategic direction.
WTA is committed to advancing equity through our work and to becoming a more inclusive organization. People of color and others with underrepresented identities (including but not limited to: gender identity, class, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, age, ability, and background) are strongly encouraged to apply.
WTA does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of age, color, gender identity, marital status, honorably discharged veteran or military status, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, political ideology, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
Please reference the job posting for specific application directions.
Applications received by the priority deadline listed on individual postings will be given full consideration. We review complete applications after the priority deadline and then on a rolling basis, though early applications are strongly encouraged. Note that we contact only those applicants we are moving forward. If you do not hear from us, please accept our appreciation for your interest in working at Washington Trails Association.
Our interview process typically includes:
WTA provides reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities during the application and interview process, as well as during ongoing employment with WTA. If you believe you may need an accommodation while seeking employment, or if you have any questions about WTA’s reasonable accommodation process, please email HR@wta.org.
WTA is looking for a seasoned marketing professional to bring new expertise to our successful communications team. We are looking for someone who excels at developing strategies and content that will motivate people to engage more deeply with WTA’s mission to inspire hikers to explore and protect trails. This person will play an important role in helping set and execute our community engagement and marketing strategies across our digital platforms, as well as aligning and enhancing our communications across the organization.
This summer, WTA is continuing paid backcountry trail crews with the formation of the Lost Trails Found (LTF) Crew. The LTF crew will work in backcountry locations on National Forests throughout Washington State. WTA is seeking a dependable, flexible, and self-motivated Lost Trails Found Crew Member to participate on multi-day backcountry trail work projects. The ideal candidate will love working outdoors with others in all weather, have prior experience camping and doing trail work, and share our belief that everyone should feel safe and included in the outdoors community.
WTA is seeking a Trail Crew Leader who loves working with people and shares our commitment to trail stewardship and volunteerism. The Trail Crew Leader works outdoors leading volunteers in building and maintaining trails on public lands. The position’s primary responsibility is to lead single and multi-day work parties in Mount Rainier National Park, Washington.
We are always accepting new volunteers! WTA works with more than 5,000 volunteers each year. From maintaining trails to helping out in the office, we would love to have you!
