The Evacuation Coordinator supports field courses based out of Lander, the Rocky Mountain River Base (RMRB), and Three Peaks Ranch in a variety of circumstances via the evacuation phone. The Evacuation Coordinator works closely with the Evacuation Manager and Leadership Team at Rocky Mountain locations to coordinate all aspects of in-field support as well as instructor and student field evacuations. This role supports instructors and students in the field through logistical, medical or behavioral issues. This role is crucial to the function of successful field courses.

Key Logistical Points:

• Location: NOLS Rocky Mountain Lander, WY

• Must be an active NOLS Instructor preferably at Course Leader level experience.

• Position Type: Seasonal (late May - late August 2026), up to 4 months

• Start date: Late May 2026

• Questions? Feel free to contact peopleteam@nols.edu

What does an Evacuation Coordinator do?

The Evacuation Coordinator job is a dynamic job where everyday is different! The Evacuation coordinator gets to problem solve, think creatively, and make a big impact on the support that instructors receive in the field. In this job, you get to work through questions like what trends are we seeing in student behavior this season? What training topics do instructors need? How can we work more effectively to support teams in the field?

In this role you will be the main person responsible for the following activities:

• Carry the evacuation phone 24/7 for 3-5 days/3-5 nights in a row.

• Coach instructors in tactics and decisions regarding evacuations, student performance/behavioral issues, and course dynamics.

• Supervise and coordinate logistics for Rocky Mountain evacuations.

• Make parent/emergency contact phone calls related to student behavioral issues and/or evacuations. Communicate decision-making and next steps with clarity to emergency contacts. 

• Facilitate the experience of evacuated or expelled students with respect, compassion, and accountability. 

• Coach field staff on risk management documentation and decision making; contribute to NOLS Accepted Field Practices updates and development.

• Support Three Peaks Ranch and the River Base with evacuation concerns as necessary.

• Calculate evacuation expenses for students and submit reports to the NOLS finance department.

• Train field and program staff on all aspects of the Rocky Mountain evacuations (protocols and procedures, documentation and paperwork, challenging phone conversations).

• Collaborate and work closely together with the Evacuation Manager to create vision and systems for the Evacuation office. 

• Must be an active NOLS field instructor. Experience course leading preferred. 

What makes a great Evacuation Coordinator at NOLS? 

We are looking for people who share our values and are keen to learn and develop their expertise. We are looking for candidates with the skills listed below. We expect to provide training and development support in some of the areas. 

• Attention to detail with organization of paperwork and evac office systems.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to support instructors, students, and parents during challenging or emergent situations. This includes listening intently, asking questions, and maintaining a calm, helpful presence.

• Ability to task-switch quickly between field phone calls and organizing logistics, while keeping track of all details related to different situations being managed simultaneously from the field. 

• Be able to think creatively in relation to field evacuation logistics, student support in town and utilizing team resources. 

• Be a team player, within the program department and throughout all NOLS Rocky Mountain departments. Contribute to an environment that encourages field staff and students to feel relaxed, supported, and focused going into the field and while on course.

How to Apply

Upload your cover letter and resume as one PDF document when you are prompted to upload your CV/resume.

At NOLS we use the Applied platform for our recruitment. The Applied platform will ask you some demographic questions before you start your application. We at NOLS never see the responses to these demographic questions with your application. We only see summary statistics to help us check if our candidate pool is balanced and if everyone has an equal chance to get hired irrespective of their background. If you prefer, you can easily opt out of answering these questions.

Who is NOLS?

NOLS is a nonprofit global wilderness school that strives to be the leading source and teacher of wilderness skills and leadership that serve people and the environment. Our community—staff, students, trustees, and alumni—shares a commitment to wilderness, education, leadership, safety, community, and excellence. 

We believe that anyone can be a leader; it is our role to provide the environment and training to help people discover their full potential. We do that in classrooms close to home and in remote wilderness areas around the world. We are an organization with heart, expertise, and wildness, and these qualities help us support powerful, authentic experiences.

Why is NOLS a great place to work?

• Global Reach: With locations across the U.S. operations in six countries, and courses running in all 50 states and more than 10 countries, you’ll be part of an organization with a truly worldwide impact.

• Course Discounts: Receive special pricing on NOLS courses for yourself and your family.

• Comprehensive Benefits: Full-time employees are eligible for a robust benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.

• Flexible Time Off: We offer a flexible time off policy that empowers employees to take the time they need for rest, adventure, and personal priorities without the constraints of traditional accrual systems.

• Employee Assistance Program: Access confidential, 24/7 counseling and support services to help you maintain balance and well-being.

Additional Information

To support pay transparency and equity, the posted salary range is fixed. We encourage you to explore our opportunities that fit your pay expectations. 

• A criminal background check is required for all NOLS employees.

• NOLS participates in e-verify for U.S. employees, Certificado de Antecedentes for Chilean or Mexican employees, and other relevant employment verification systems based on location.

• Current NOLS employees please note it is NOLS policy to conduct an internal reference check with People Team and/or your current supervisor as part of the reference check process. If you have any questions or concerns about this process please contact peopleteam@nols.edu.

NOLS does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetics information, disability unrelated to job or admission requirements, or status as a protected veteran. The school’s nondiscrimination policy applies to all phases of its employment process.

Reasonable accommodations may be requested for disability; limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or a related medical condition; religion; and domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, or harassment by emailing peopleteam@nols.edu with your request.