Be the Operational Backbone of One of Alaska’s Top Adventure Companies

Posted: Apr 18, 2026

Operations Office Manager - Adventure Tourism

Kenai Backcountry Adventures

Seward, Alaska

Wages/Pay
$60,000.00 - $72,000.00 / year
Experience Level
Previous experience required
Job Start Date
Apr 22, 2026

Operations Office Manager - Adventure Tourism

Full-Time | Seward, Alaska

Kenai Backcountry Adventures is seeking a strong, organized, and dependable Operations Office Manager to help run the day-to-day office side of our business in Seward.

This is a key role focused on keeping the office organized, supporting daily operations, helping maintain staff accountability, and ensuring communication stays clear between guests, office staff, field staff, and leadership. We are looking for someone who can help create consistency, solve problems, keep priorities moving, and bring calm, professionalism, and follow-through to a fast-paced adventure tourism environment.

This is not a marketing role. It is an operations-focused office leadership role for someone who can help keep the business running smoothly day to day.

What You’ll Do

  • Oversee daily office operations, including phones, emails, guest communication, and front desk flow

  • Help ensure reservations, confirmations, payments, manifests, and guest details are accurate and up to date

  • Coordinate daily communication between office staff, guides, and leadership

  • Keep schedules, task flow, and office priorities organized and moving forward

  • Help hold staff accountable for professionalism, follow-through, and day-to-day expectations

  • Support hiring, onboarding, staffing coordination, and employee oversight

  • Identify operational issues early and help solve problems before they become bigger disruptions

  • Help create a more organized, efficient, and positive office environment

  • Support operational continuity during the busy summer season while also helping strengthen year-round systems

What Success Looks Like

  • The office runs in a clear, organized, and professional way day to day

  • Guest communication and reservation details are accurate and timely

  • Staff understand expectations and follow through on responsibilities

  • Daily operations move forward with fewer fire drills and less confusion

  • Leadership has stronger visibility into what is happening operationally

  • The office becomes a more stable, accountable, and well-run part of the company

What We’re Looking For

  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

  • Clear, confident, and professional communication

  • Ability to manage multiple moving parts in a fast-paced environment

  • Good judgment, problem-solving ability, and follow-through

  • Ability to help hold people accountable and maintain a strong team culture

  • Comfort operating in a hands-on role with real responsibility

  • Experience in office management, operations coordination, hospitality, tourism, or team leadership preferred

  • Familiarity with Google Workspace and modern office systems preferred

Compensation

$60,000–$72,000 annually, depending on experience.

Benefits & Perks

  • Paid time off for eligible full-time employees

  • 401(k) with company match for eligible employees

  • Access to health, dental, vision, and related insurance options

  • Optional employee housing, subject to availability

  • Complimentary or discounted participation in select KBA adventures

  • Opportunities for professional development and growth

Why Work With KBA

Kenai Backcountry Adventures is one of Alaska’s leading adventure companies, known for delivering high-quality experiences in wild places. This is an opportunity to step into an important role within a fast-moving operation and help create the kind of structure, consistency, and professionalism that supports both an exceptional guest experience and a strong internal team.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and a short note telling us why you’re a strong fit for this role. Be sure to include any relevant experience in office management, operations, hospitality, tourism, team coordination, or staff leadership. Please also let us know your availability, whether you are currently in Alaska or able to relocate to Seward, and your earliest possible start date. Immediate start preferred.

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Contact Info

Kenai Backcountry Adventures

Experience the best of Alaska's backcountry with Kenai Backcountry Adventures. Our small-group tours and expeditions offer a personalized and unforgettable way to explore national parks, wildlife refuges, mountains, and rivers. With flexible itineraries and a comfortable pace, there's something for everyone, from family-friendly day trips to all-inclusive multi-day expeditions.

Location
Alaska
Season
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter, and Year Round
Staff size
15-20
Housing
Whether included in the compensation package or provided at a cost, housing is provided for staff.
Housing details
Shared apartment with shared, or private rooms, contingent upon availability.
Family housing available
Yes
Single occupancy housing available
No
Pet friendly
No
Meals
Some meals / discounts
Cell phone service
Yes, most carriers
Internet access
Good
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