The Adirondack Experience invites those with a passion for Adirondack history and culture to inquire about seasonal and year-round employment opportunities. We value our staff’s diverse backgrounds and appreciate the creative outlook everyone brings to the table. The Adirondack Experience is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About our Community

Surrounded by breathtaking landscapes and cozy small towns, Blue Mountain Lake offers something for everyone who enjoys the serenity of the Adirondack Park. We are nestled right in the heart of the Adirondacks. Year-round outdoor recreation opportunities available right at your doorsteps. Click here to learn more.

Employee Perks

Onsite Housing

Onsite housing is available for some seasonal employees. Each housing unit includes a shared living room, kitchen, and bathroom. Room occupancies are either single or double. Hiking trails and other outdoor recreational activities are available right at your doorstep.

Reciprocal Program

Our reciprocal program allows staff members to visit roughly 50 museums and attractions in the Adirondack Region for FREE or a discounted rate and bring up to 3 guests. Not only do you get to work on a gorgeous campus with a diverse and motivated team, you get to explore as well.

Fringe Benefits

We offer a rich benefit package to our year-round employees that includes paid time off, health, dental, vision, and supplemental insurances at an affordable rate, and a generous contribution to a 403b plan with no match required. Flexible scheduling and hybrid-remote work is also allowed for some positions during the closed season. Potlucks and staff gatherings are also a must!

Membership

All staff receive a complementary family membership while employed. This membership includes admission for two Members AND all accompanied children (age 17 and under). Benefits also include free or discounted admission to special programs, access to member-only sales, events, & tours.

Staff Testimonials

“After 20+ years of employment at the ADKX, I love the fact that there is still so much to learn, whether it be in regards to our rich Adirondack history, the collections and exhibits or fellowship with other staff, interns and especially our valued guests. The gorgeous campus and breathtaking views of Blue Mountain and Blue Mountain Lake only enhance this unique “experience.” Whether it be for employment or simply a visit, there truly is no other place like it!”

– Jason Hall, Assistant Manager of Retail Operations

Employment Opportunities

Employment Application

Interested in volunteering? Please contact our Human Resources Department

Year-Round Employment

Facilities Assistant

The Adirondack Experience is looking for a motivated individual to help with general maintenance, safety and operational readiness of museum buildings, grounds, and exhibits. Experience and/or interest in plumbing and electrical work is preferred. The role balances general maintenance and janitorial duties with the unique need to work carefully around valuable collections and provide support for museum-specific events and exhibits. Weekend work may be required as well as occasional evening events

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Capital Campaign Assistant

The ADKX is embarking on an exciting capital campaign and is in need of a two-year term, full-time (40 hrs/week), year-round coordinator to help oversee all aspects of the capital campaign.The primary responsibilities of the Capital Campaign Assistant include assisting the Advancement Manager in implementing the Capital Campaign plan including solicitation straegies, donor engagement, and volunteer coordination.

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Seasonal Employment

Summer 2026

Admission Assistant

Provide information to visitors, both in person and on the campus main phone line. The person in this position is the “voice” of the ADKX and will respond to all phone calls and visitor questions in an informed, cheerful, and professional manner, leaving a positive impression.

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Café Assistant

Create a memorable dining experience for our visitors. Our café offers made to order sandwiches and coffee beverages, soups, salads, and grab and go items as well. Café Assistants help prepare all of the food selections and serve them to our visitors in a friendly and courteous manner.

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Café Assistant Manager

Assist the Cafe Manager with Lake View Café operations, menu planning and product ordering, supervision and scheduling of Café Assistants, and other administrative tasks. Experience working in a fast-paced food service environment is preferred.

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Exhibit Assistant

Exhibit Assistants are an integral role at the ADKX as they ensure each of our visitors feel welcomed and informed, and provide a level of security over our exhibits. Staff may work in our exciting, Life in the Adirondacks exhibit, our world-class art exhibit, Artists & Inspiration in the Wild, or on our Minnow Pond Trail and Boathouse where visitors are able to take out various styles of Adirondack Boats.

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Marketing Assistant

The Marketing Assistant will act as a brand ambassador for the Adirondack Experience and assist the Marketing department with social media posts and survey collection. The Marketing Assistant will also help distribute brochures and develop positive relationships with lodging, dining, camping, retail, and information center staff to increase awareness of the Adirondack Experience.

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Retail Assistant

Retail Assistants play a vital role at the ADKX by providing our visitors with exceptional customer service. The Museum Store is typically the last stop of our visitor experience. Our Retail Assistants ensure our visitors leave with a lasting positive impression and reminders of their visit at the ADKX.

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Internships

Currently there are no internship opportunities.

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