Outdoor Activity Guide

Rock Creek Cattle Company•Deer Lodge, MT

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Rock Creek Cattle Company – Explore, Lead, and Inspire in Big Sky Country Do you love the outdoors, thrive in rugged Montana landscapes, and enjoy sharing your passion for adventure with others? Rock Creek Cattle Company is seeking enthusiastic Outdoor Adventure Guides to deliver unforgettable experiences across our 30,000-acre private ranch playground. As an Adventure Guide, you’ll be the expert who leads members and guests through the best of Montana—hiking trails, UTV routes, archery sessions, fishing spots, and more. You’ll help guests connect with nature, feel confident in the outdoors, and enjoy every moment of their time at Rock Creek. Position Seasonal Dates: May 1, 2026 - October 12, 2026 (approximately) Limited availability housing. Candidates may inquire with the hiring manager. Housing is not guaranteed. Rent is $395/month with a refundable deposit of $150 if approved. At this time, we are not allowing new pets. Job Summary: Responsible for all activities in and related to the fly shop such as wade and float fly fishing, hiking, UTVs excursions, biking and other booked activities. These duties are all subject to revisions based on operational demands.

Requirements

Work long and perhaps erratic hours which include overtime, split-shifts, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Must have high level of interpersonal skills with ability to handle sensitive information appropriately.
Must have ability to represent the company in a positive and professional manner.
Must have strong oral communication skills to tactfully and professionally interact with individuals at all levels.
Must possess strong verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively present information.
Must be able to influence others and build positive work environments and relationships through enthusiasm, sociability, supportiveness, insight, and cooperation.
Must demonstrate ability to build trust and respect.
Must work productively, both independently and in various group settings with conflicting interests to achieve completion of common goals.
Must be self-assured and confident in a variety of settings with a strong belief in own capabilities.
Must have ability to exercise good judgment and maintain confidentiality; ability to quickly synthesize information, define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions in changing situations using sound decision making skills while including appropriate people in the decision-making process.
Must be able to work independently as well as productively in a team setting.
Must have ability to multitask, prioritize, and adapt to unforeseen priority changes.
Must demonstrate self-reliance, stamina, and drive.
Must have high levels of objectivity and emotional consistency with the ability to remain level-headed.
Must have a valid Driver's License.
Must strive to continuously build knowledge with an open mind to constructive feedback.
Must have valid CPR/First Aid certification.
High School Diploma preferred.
Background of working with people in a service-type industry.
Regular movement including but not limited to bending, squatting, balancing, reaching, twisting, lifting, climbing, crawling, pulling, and carrying.
Continuous use of arms, hands, and fingers.
Must be able to access and navigate all areas of the property.
Must be able to exert up to 70 pounds of force occasionally and able to constantly lift, carry, pull, or push up to 70 pounds or more. Team-lift must be used on any object over 70 pounds.
May be required work in excessive heat and cold in association with outdoor environment.

Responsibilities

Communicate professionally, efficiently and personably with guests and members, establishing relationships that will assist in all visits being unique and tailored to the individual. This includes becoming familiar with preferences such as activities, times, equipment, merchandise and other information.
Maintain customer satisfaction by handling all their inquiries, concerns or comments and providing solutions; or directing them to a supervisor that can assist.
Communicate professionally, efficiently and personably with all staff, to help ensure a team atmosphere and cooperative environment.
Performance of guided activities, included but not limited to: fly fishing (wading and floating trips), UTV’s, hiking, and lake activities. Responsible for maintenance of materials and areas. This may include building and maintaining trails, washing UTV’s, picking up trash on property, repairing equipment and other upkeep.
Maintaining and repairing all equipment that will be used for outdoor activities. This includes checking and ensuring all gear is ready for use before and after trips.
Responsible for obtaining all releases from members and their guests. Also needs to ensure that all paperwork, scheduling and any accident reports are filled out accurately and are up to date.
Monitoring and maintaining all areas of the fly shop. This includes becoming proficient in the use of industry specific software as well as restocking, assisting in ordering process, inventories and aiding members with their purchases.
Initiating projects during slow times which include but are not limited to cleaning UTV’s, reorganizing merchandise, maintaining cleanliness and appearance of fly shop, researching new products and ideas, organizing equipment and any other projects that are relevant to the success of the outdoor activities department.
Promptly report member concerns, injuries, accidents, and other high-risk issues to management.
Promptly report employee and personal or “self” concerns, injuries, accidents, and other high-risk issues to management.
Follow all Employee Handbook, Job Description, and Rock Creek Cattle Company policies and procedures including but not limited to safety and attendance.
Be aware of and prepared for all property events, large parties, and reservations that may affect operations and outdoor activities operations.
Attend all mandatory staff meetings and trainings.
If allowed by law, responsible for alerting and receiving permission from management before taking required or allowed breaks.
Accountable for reporting accurate payroll records through clock-in/clock-out procedures.
Monitors personal payroll hours and notifies management when hours approach thresholds that necessitate overtime compensation.
Other duties as assigned.