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About the Role

The Outdoor Activity Guide is responsible for professional wildlife management work of average difficulty in the implementation of wildlife management practices in a moderate-sized wildlife area or facility. In this role, you will be part of creating memorable Discovery Land Company experiences for our members and fellow employees.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of activities associated with the management of wildlife, including habitat development and maintenance, hunting and fishing, shooting activities, and facilities and equipment maintenance.
• Schedule and guide hunts, fishing excursions, archery and 3D target shooting, and paintball.
• Engage in birding, foraging, biking, and hiking with members and guests.
• Assist in the operation of the Dog Kennel, including walking, training, feeding, and stall maintenance.
• Lead maintenance and repair of equipment and buildings.
• Plan, conduct, and evaluate on-the-job training for assigned subordinates.
• Promote, teach, and/or assist with hunting and fishing safety education programs.
• Provide hunter safety training.
• Coordinate plans and activities such as shooting, target shooting, archery, paintball, and renting of ATVs and UTVs.
• Monitor wildlife populations and assess the impacts of forest operations on populations and habitats.
• Perform upkeep on trails in and out of the forest.
• Manage wildlife fields for hunting, food plots, and brooding.
• Develop areas to keep and raise birds (pheasant +).
• Make memories.
• Have loads of FUN!

Requirements

• Bachelor Degree from an accredited college or university in wildlife or fisheries management, wildlife biology, or other related acceptable field, OR a minimum of five years of full-time working experience as a Hunting Guide/Fishing Guide.
• Guest experience in hospitality is a plus.
• Be at least twenty-one (21) years of age on the date of application.
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Possess a valid and current motor vehicle operator's license.
• Positive attitude, professional demeanor, and exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to work flexible work hours/schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to stay calm and focused during the busiest of times.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English; additional languages preferred.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position including working indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions, standing, walking, and moving for periods of greater than eight (8) hours, and lifting and carrying items sometimes greater than fifty (50) pounds.

Skills

• Wildlife management
• Habitat development and maintenance
• Hunting
• Fishing
• Shooting activities
• Facilities and equipment maintenance
• Guiding hunts
• Guiding fishing excursions
• Archery
• 3D target shooting
• Paintball
• Birding
• Foraging
• Biking
• Hiking
• Dog Kennel operation
• Equipment and building maintenance and repair
• On-the-job training
• Hunting and fishing safety education
• Hunter safety training
• ATV and UTV rental coordination
• Wildlife population monitoring
• Trail upkeep
• Wildlife field management
• Bird raising
• Hospitality guest experience
• Communication skills
• Interpersonal skills

Location

• Amenia, New York

Work Type

• Part time
• Seasonal

Experience Level

• Entry Level

Education Level

• Bachelor Degree in wildlife or fisheries management, wildlife biology, or related field
• Minimum of five years of full-time working experience as a Hunting Guide/Fishing Guide

Salary/Compensations

• $24.00 - $26.00 USD per hour

Benefits

• Employee Meals
• Referral Incentives
• Recognition Programs
• Professional development and upward mobility opportunities
• Work-Family Culture

About the Company

• Silo Ridge Field Club is a private, gated community situated on 850 acres in New York’s scenic Hudson Valley. It features a world-class 18-hole Tom Fazio-designed golf course, an equestrian center, an activity barn, a state-of-the-art fitness center, and Discovery’s renowned Outdoor Pursuits program.
• Discovery Land Company is a U.S.-based real estate developer and operator of private residential club communities and resorts with a world-renowned portfolio of domestic and international properties. The mission of Discovery Land Company is to create one-of-a-kind environments that provide individuals and families the freedom, security, and resources to learn, grow, and play in some of the most beautiful places in the world.