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If you’re curious about Vermont outdoor careers, you’ve come to the right place.

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What is a Vermont Outdoor Career?

A better question might be what isn’t an outdoor career–that’s because outdoor recreation represents 4.8% of Vermont's GDP, the second highest ranking in the nation. An innovative, inclusive, and skilled outdoor workforce is key to growing Vermont’s outdoor economy and having a positive impact in Vermont’s communities from Bennington to Beecher Falls.

Outdoor careers are rooted in the more than 16,000 outdoor jobs across the state. Many are directly connected to outdoor recreation activities in the woods and waters, such as Adventure Guides, Event Directors, Photographers, and Trail Builders.

 

The workplaces of other outdoor professions are indoors but the outputs are just as essential from Finance to Human Resources, Customer Relations, and Information Technology.

 

Skill sets vary widely - from working with people to making, fixing or building things, to analyzing data or organizing lots of information.

 

Find the right high-pay, high-demand job which might be a Bicycle Mechanic or Snow Sport Technician, Facility Manager or Outdoor Educator, Gear & Apparel Designer or Marketing Professional.

 

Why a Vermont outdoor job? Working an outdoor job means making a difference - with expanding participation to finding solutions for climate change. It means sharing Vermont’s outdoor and healthy lifestyle and growing as a professional with the plethora of mentors and development opportunities.

THE LAND

An unparalleled natural landscape from the remote backcountry for camping to rushing rivers for paddling and quiet backyards for birding.

THE CULTURE

A diverse community finding joy, wellness, and curiosity in the outdoors and the work place.

THE CAREER

A myriad of jobs attract teams of energetic professionals offering career advancement within the state’s robust industry.

THE PURPOSE

Values-led employers dedicated to high quality products and experiences, contributing to vibrant communities, aspiring for equitable spaces, and solving climate challenges.

Watch Career Spotlights

We've set out to uncover the stories behind Vermont outdoor professionals who love their jobs. Learn about career journeys from education to experiences in the field, factory and shop. Technical outdoor jobs in construction, mechanics, instruction, and manufacturing are only a few of the many pathways within the highly diversified sector for living and working in Vermont.

Vermont Career Spotlight: Josh Ryan with Timber & Stone
Vermont Career Spotlight: Sarah Bailey at Green Mountain Club
Vermont Career Spotlight: Frank Hoard III at Orvis
Vermont Career Spotlight: Myrissa Fleury at Darn Tough
Vermont Career Spotlight: Dem Coppola at Vermont Adaptive Ski & Sport
Vermont Career Spotlight: Sarah Pushee from Red Clover Bikes
Vermont Career Spotlight: John from Willard Mountain Guides
Vermont Career Spotlight: Deegan Aiken at The Boot Pro

Outdoor Careers

Adventure Guides

Ski Technicians

Environmental Educators

Facility Managers

Finance Professionals

Customer Service

Gear & Apparel

Bicycle Mechanics

Outdoor Educators

Event Directors

Photographers

Sustainable Specialists

Trail Builders

Conservation Technicians

Networking Events

Through the year, VOBA hosts meet ups, forums, and events. Our goal is to help strengthen peer-to-peer connections by gathering industry folks to foster learning and expand representation. It's a great place to establish partnerships with non-profit organizations, education, financial, service, and health sectors. You'll have the opportunity to build relationships with policymakers and advocate for positive change!

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