NOW HIRING: The West Central Montana Avalanche Center

The U.S. Forest Service is hiring one Avalanche Center Director and two Avalanche Forecasters for the West Central Montana Avalanche Center (WCMAC) in Missoula, Montana.

These positions represent an exciting investment in WCMAC’s future and will strengthen avalanche forecasting, snow science, and public safety throughout WCMAC’s forecast region.

We encourage qualified applicants who are passionate about professional avalanche forecasting and public service to explore these opportunities.

Avalanche Center Director

Application Deadline: July 6, 2026

The U.S. Forest Service is seeking an Avalanche Center Director to lead operations for WCMAC.

USAJOBS Announcement
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Applicants must apply through USAJOBS and submit a federal résumé.

The position is also listed on the American Avalanche Association (A3) Professional Employment Page under the Forest Service Avalanche Program.

Avalanche Forecaster Positions (2)

Application Deadline: July 14, 2026

The U.S. Forest Service is also hiring two Meteorological Technician/Avalanche Specialist positions based in Missoula to support the Avalanche Center Director and forecasting operations.

The positions are also listed on the American Avalanche Association (A3) Professional Employment Page under the Meteorological Technician/Avalanche Specialist listings for the West Central Montana Avalanche Center.

Background

The West Central Montana Avalanche Center is made possible through a longstanding partnership between the U.S. Forest Service and the West Central Montana Avalanche Foundation. Together, the two organizations support professional avalanche forecasting services that help improve public safety and informed decision-making throughout WCMAC’s forecast region.

These positions represent an important investment in the long-term future of the Avalanche Center. Expanded professional staffing will strengthen the Avalanche Center’s capacity to provide timely, high-quality avalanche forecasting services throughout the forecast region.

This investment reflects a shared commitment to ensuring the Avalanche Center remains well positioned to meet the evolving needs of the backcountry community throughout its forecast region.

Learn More & Apply

Additional information, application instructions, and links to USAJOBS are available through the American Avalanche Association (A3) Professional Employment Page.

American Avalanche Association (A3) Professional Employment Page

https://www.americanavalancheassociation.org/employment-list