Dream Job Alert: Mad River Glen, VT, Is Hiring a Snow Reporter

In elementary school, all the kids dreamed of testing ice creams or video games as their career. As adults, we are often told to abandon those dreams for more realistic and stable position. Well, Mad River Glen, an iconic resort in Eastern Vermont, is hiring a Snow Reporter for the 2025-26 season. This job is a revolt against those norms and will satisfy the childlike dreams of a knowledgeable and motivated skier. .

Mad River Glen sits in the Green Mountains of Vermont on General Stark Mountain and stands apart as a skier-only resort focused on small crowds and an authentic experience. While smaller than many of the other East Coast’s popular mountains, it has no trouble matching their skiing quality. With 2,037 feet of vertical, 115 acres of trails, and 800 acres of glades, there’s plenty of terrain to explore. Mad River is best known for its rugged, largely untouched skiing: dense woods and steep drops that will give even the most advanced skiers a challenge.

Unlike many resorts that rely heavily on groomers and snowmaking, Mad River has no snowmaking at all, instead trusting its average 228 inches of natural snowfall to deliver. Its iconic single chairlift accesses the mountain’s summit and offers some of the most challenging terrain in the East, highlighted by the legendary Paradise trail.

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Mad River Glen is also the only cooperatively owned ski area in the United States. Rather than being run by a corporation or family, it’s owned by its skiers: over 1,800 shareholders holding 2,200 shares. This cooperative ownership model means business choices are made by skiers, for skiers—prioritizing experience over profit.

Now, onto the dream job itself: the Snow Reporter. This job literally gives you first tracks every day. Working with the marketing department, the lucky candidate evaluates snow conditions and writes daily updates for the mountain’s website and visitors. The day starts early—around 5 a.m.—with a mountain-wide evaluation before posting the initial report. Collaborating with both Mountain Ops and Ski Patrol, the Snow Reporter obtains a thorough assessment of mountain conditions. Throughout the day, the candidate continues providing real-time updates based on changing weather and snow conditions. Beyond online updates, the role involves being an on-mountain presence—chatting with guests, directing people to the soft spots on the mountain, and sharing the stoke. 

While certifications aren’t required, there are some key skills necessary. The applicant must be an advanced skier, at a minimum, comfortable on all of Mad River Glen’s terrain (which is no small feat). A solid understanding of snow science and surface conditions is vital—an avalanche certification isn’t required, but is certainly a strong sign that one has the necessary know-how. Strong communication and writing skills are essential for the online portion and public interactions, as well as the ability to collaborate and be consistent, since the role works closely with several departments and must be publishing accurate updates throughout the day. The position is full-time seasonal, paying $22–25 per hour, depending on experience and certifications.

This job at this legendary this mountain is the stuff of dreams for East Coast skiers. Whoever lands it will not only represent Mad River Glen’s skier-first spirit but also become part of a truly special community. Here’s to hoping for a season filled with deep snow, good turns, and fired-up morning reports—for the new Snow Reporter’s sake and ours.