Overview
Bring History to Life in the Rockies 🌄
History Program Assistant | YMCA of the Rockies – Snow Mountain Ranch
Love history, education, and the outdoors? Join the YMCA of the Rockies and help bring the stories of the past to life at the historic Rowley Homestead—just outside Rocky Mountain National Park.
As a History Program Assistant, you’ll design and lead engaging history programs for campers and families, give museum tours, support collections and archives, and help preserve historic buildings and artifacts. You’ll work side-by-side with the Museum Director in a hands-on, mission-driven environment where education, community, and adventure come together.
What You’ll Do:
Create and lead interactive history programs and museum tours
Welcome and engage multigenerational guests with meaningful storytelling
Support museum collections, archives, and databases
Help maintain historic buildings and grounds
Collaborate on special events and educational initiatives
Oversee Homestead operations when the Director is away
What We’re Looking For:
Working toward or completed degree in History, Education, Social Studies, or related field
Passion for American history and public education
Strong communication and organizational skills
Comfortable working outdoors and on weekends/holidays
Team-oriented, independent, and mission-driven
Why Work Here:
Live and work in a breathtaking mountain setting
Make a real impact on youth and families
Be part of a mission-driven community that values growth, service, and connection
Gain hands-on museum, education, and outdoor leadership experience
History matters. Your work will too. Apply today.
About YMCA of the Rockies
At YMCA of the Rockies, we believe nature has room for everyone—and so do we. From different backgrounds and abilities to different reasons for coming, each person adds something unique to our community. This is a place where you can be yourself, connect deeply, and grow together, naturally. As the largest YMCA camp and conference center in the world, YMCA of the Rockies serves over 210,000 people/year.
