Join the Outdoor Adventures team at one of the largest, most beautiful, and top private country clubs in North America, Desert Mountain Club, as an Outdoor Adventures Manager!

In this role, you will be responsible for the vision, growth, financial stewardship, safety standards, and elevated member experience of a dynamic outdoor program delivering approximately 100–135 events annually. This role requires a hybrid leader, equally comfortable in strategic planning, member relationship building, financial management, and in-field guiding. The Outdoor Adventures Manager must embrace our core value of providing a safe, positive, and healthy culture that treats all teammates with dignity, care, and professionalism.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years progressive leadership experience in outdoor recreation, experiential programming, or related hospitality fields. Demonstrated experience in culture building, financial oversight, and operational management. Experience in a premium hospitality environment preferred.

Required Certifications:

• Wilderness First Responder certification required within 6 months of start date.

• CPR and First Aid Certification must be obtained within 90 days of start date.

• Must have a valid driver’s license with no traffic violations within the last 3 years.

BENEFITS

Join a top 10, 5-Star Platinum Club of America and be a part of an exciting, challenging, and rewarding experience PLUS enjoy excellent benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Time Off - PTO and Sick Pay
• Annual Education Scholarship
• Professional Development Scholarship
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Mentorship Program
• Internships
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Medical FSA and Dependent Care FSA
• FREE onsite medical clinic to all employees & their dependents
• FREE employee meals during shifts or meal stipend
• FREE golf and tennis
• Rosetta Stone
• Matching Retirement 401K Plan
• Retail discounts
• Pet insurance
• Employee uniforms provided

*Please note, benefits are dependent on your DOL Status (ex. Full-Time, Part-Time, Seasonal).

We believe our teammates are our greatest asset and are committed to fostering a culture of care, respect, and positivity with a sincere focus on the safety, health, and professional growth of every teammate. If you’re looking to join an incredible team, then Desert Mountain is the place for you!

JOB DETAILS

Responsibilities:

• Manage, recognize, and hold team members accountable for consistently executing the Desert Mountain mission, vision, values, and service standards. This includes, but is not limited to, delivering excellence, creating exceptional experiences, and maintaining courtesy and efficiency within the operation.
• Design innovative, member-driven outdoor programming aligned with Club demographics and premium service standards ensuring safety, and industry best practices.
• Establish clear operational standards. safety protocols, and monitor KPIs including participation, member satisfaction, revenue performance, and operational efficiency.
• Assist in the strategic planning of the Outdoor Adventures Department for future growth.
• Develop and manage accurate budget tracking for the department.
• Oversee payroll and review staffing schedules to ensure budget alignment and operational efficiency.
• Hire, onboard, train, coach and retain the best talent.
• Ensure compliance with all land management agencies, permits, legal requirements, and insurance standards.
• Oversee staff certification requirements including CPR, First Aid, Wilderness First Aid/Responder, and Leave No Trace.
• Create an environment where the safety and health of members and teammates is the highest priority.
• Possess and share a robust knowledge of the area’s fauna, wildlife, geology, and history.
• Be flexible to assist as needed throughout the Sonoran Clubhouse, including covering MOD shifts as scheduled.
• Other duties as assigned by Director of Athletics & Sonoran Clubhouse.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

• Required to stand and walk – Frequently
• Ability to drive a motor vehicle – Frequently
• Required to work in an outdoor working environment – Regularly
• Exposed to extreme temperatures and inclement weather – Regularly
• Must be available to work, days, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

OUR COMPANY

Desert Mountain Club is one of the finest private residential communities in the world featuring world-class golf, indulgent amenities, and curated experiences. It is a private country club open to on and offsite property residents located in the elevated foothills of the beautiful Sonoran Desert in North Scottsdale, Arizona. The club spans across 8, 000 acres featuring:

• Seven signature golf courses (six of which are Jack Nicklaus & a par 54 championship course)
• Seven distinctive clubhouses – each with its own unique restaurant plus banquets
• An award-winning spa and fitness center
• Spectacular swim and tennis facility
• Dozens of hiking and biking trails

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