Trail Crew Supervisor

Position:
Trail Crew Supervisor

Location:

Salt Lake City, Utah

The Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation is looking for a strong leader for our Northern Region Trail Crew based in Salt Lake City, Utah. We seek a sound decision maker who leads crews safely and delivers high‑quality trail maintenance across the state. This role plans and directs field projects, manages seasonal and permanent staff, and coordinates with partners such as State Parks, federal land agencies, local governments, and volunteer groups.

The position requires strong leadership in remote field settings, experience with hand and mechanized trail tools, and the ability to manage logistics, safety plans, and work schedules. The ideal candidate has experience in trail construction, crew supervision, risk management, and public land stewardship, with a focus on teamwork, accountability, and performance.

The Division of Outdoor Recreation is ever expanding, allowing great opportunities to grow within the recreation field. Utah’s recreation community is unique and provides opportunities for all different types of enthusiasts. Through being a part of the Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation, you can give back to the community by gaining experience working in beautiful areas as well as grow your leadership skills in a variety of settings and environments.

We encourage opportunities to connect with all partners and stakeholders within the realm of recreation. See more info here.

• Work with federal, state and local agencies to accomplish winter and summer trail maintenance and construction
• Manage and supervise day-to-day operations of trail crew members in the field
• Manage and assist with operations within snow grooming complexes in the winter months
• Carry out fiscal responsibilities within Division policy including making purchases, paying invoices and filling out purchase card reconciliation forms
• Ensure that all work is carried out safely and efficiently
• Handle performance issues and resolve crew conflict at the ground level communicating through chain of command as necessary
• Serve as recruiting and hiring manager for all crew members
• Ensure readiness of assigned personnel and crew before work is performed
• Obtain briefing from Operations Supervisor regarding areas of work, relevant partners and project details when necessary
• Serve as division representative on trail committees and attend pre/post season meetings with a variety of stakeholders
• Complete, authorize, ensure timeliness of site‑specific safety plans before crew work is performed
• Adhere to Standard Operating Procedures and update crew SOP manual on an annual basis
• Establish and communicate objectives, priorities, work assignments, and performance expectations with each crew member
• Identify, analyze, and use relevant situational information to make informed decisions and take appropriate actions regarding crew projects
• Provide both classroom and field orientation training for crew members
• Perform logistical duties such as purchasing equipment, tools, fuel, safety gear and other miscellaneous items required for trail crew function
• Utilize and be familiar with both geospatial information systems and navigational resources to report work performed
• Track all work time and ensure reimbursement for each crew member
• Perform, supervise and coordinate equipment maintenance on crew carrier vehicles, trailers and Off‑highway Vehicles
• Work with partners to evaluate satisfaction and quality of work
• Conduct After Action Reviews, crew performance evaluations and project briefings
• Monitor daily performance and provide immediate and regular feedback to crew personnel
• Allow for and provide training and career development opportunities for subordinates
• Other duties as assigned

• Must be 21 years or older with a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have a current and valid Utah driver’s license.
• Ability to lead a crew and carry out field work unsupervised.
• Ability to work with crew members, partners, and volunteers through effective communication.
• Ability to keep up with physically demanding duties as assigned.
• Ability to work in the backcountry in…