Overnight Incident Commander
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North Cascades Institute
WA
Summary
The Overnight Incident Commander serves as the primary point of contact for after-hours operations, including guest needs and safety emergencies. They collaborate with daytime staff to ensure consistent campus operations and effective incident response.
Job Description
Description
North Cascades Institute (NCI) seeks a qualified, safety-minded individual to serve as the Overnight Incident Commander (OIC) at the Environmental Learning Center (ELC) in the heart of the North Cascades. The OIC is a key member of our risk management team, is responsible for after-hours operations, responding to guest and staff needs, and overnight incident response. This position requires strong judgement, clear communication, and the ability to remain calm, professional, and responsive in a remote environment setting.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
While on duty, the OIC serves as the primary point of contact for after-hours needs; ranging from room lockouts and building concerns to medical or safety emergencies. The OIC collaborates closely with Daytime Incident Commanders, program staff, and the on-site director to ensure a consistent, coordinated approach to guest experience, safety, and campus operations.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
- Ability to communicate kindly, clearly, and effectively through email, in person, and over the phone.
- Excellent customer service, situational awareness, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work respectfully with people from diverse backgrounds, cultures, identities and ages.
- Experience with emergency response, incident command, or risk management systems.
- A passion for working in a unique outdoor setting is a plus.
- Required Wilderness First Responder Certification – Current or ability to gain certification prior to start.
LIVING & WORKING AT DIABLO LAKE
- Housing is provided at a minimal cost.
- Due to the remote location, having your own vehicle is required.
- Enjoy the opportunity to spend a season in the spectacular North Cascades.
SEASONAL OPPORTUNITY WITH MULTIPLE SEASON EXTENSIONS AVAILABLE
Come for one season or stay for multiple seasons. Whether you're looking for a unique seasonal experience or a longer-term opportunity, we'd love to have you join our team.
North Cascades Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
We inspire and empower environmental stewardship for all through transformative experiences in nature. Since 1986, we have helped connect people, nature and community through the hands-on study of the natural and cultural history of the Pacific Northwest. Our goal is to help people of all ages experience mountains, rivers, forests and wildlife so all will care for and protect this special place.
Join us at the North Cascades Environmental Learning Center on Diablo Lake in the heart of North Cascades National Park for hands-on learning adventures with the Pacific Northwest’s best naturalists, artists, scientists and writers. In addition to world-class educational opportunities on topics ranging from birds to watercolors to mushrooms to photography, programs at the Learning Center offer guests comfortable accommodations, delicious meals made from local, organic ingredients in the lakeside dining hall and naturalist-led activities in the Diablo Lake neighborhood.
Check out our current outdoor programs in the North Cascades – including Family Getaways, Base Camp Learning & Lodging and Diablo Lake and Lunch Boat Tours -- at ncascades.org/get_outside.
Founded
1986
Company size
11-50 employees
Industry
Environmental Services
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Sedro-Woolley, WA
We inspire and empower environmental stewardship for all through transformative experiences in nature. Since 1986, we have helped connect people, nature and community through the hands-on study of the natural and cultural history of the Pacific Northwest. Our goal is to help people of all ages experience mountains, rivers, forests and wildlife so all will care for and protect this special place.
Join us at the North Cascades Environmental Learning Center on Diablo Lake in the heart of North Cascades National Park for hands-on learning adventures with the Pacific Northwest’s best naturalists, artists, scientists and writers. In addition to world-class educational opportunities on topics ranging from birds to watercolors to mushrooms to photography, programs at the Learning Center offer guests comfortable accommodations, delicious meals made from local, organic ingredients in the lakeside dining hall and naturalist-led activities in the Diablo Lake neighborhood.
Check out our current outdoor programs in the North Cascades – including Family Getaways, Base Camp Learning & Lodging and Diablo Lake and Lunch Boat Tours -- at ncascades.org/get_outside.
Founded
1986
Company size
11-50 employees
Industry
Environmental Services
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Sedro-Woolley, WA
