The Little Nell, Aspen's only Five-Star, Five-Diamond, ski-in/ski-out hotel offers luxury services and unparalleled access to America's most famous mountain town. Guests of The Little Nell enjoy a cosmopolitan yet intimate ambience, haute cuisine, and exclusive adventures and amenities designed to rejuvenate the mind, body and spirit. The Nell is frequently recognized for its award-winning wine and culinary programs and dedicated service, and has been acknowledged with numerous awards including being named a Forbes Five-Star hotel since 1995. Learn more at www.TheLittleNell.com  

Summary 
The Fly Fishing Guide instructs guests on lakes, rivers and streams. Responsible for transportation, equipment and supplies using TLN vehicles and/or float boat. Provides knowledgeable, interpretive commentary of the land, the environment and the history. Guides must enjoy spending time with multiple guests in conditions that require excellent teaching, communication and guest service skills. As a part-time member of the roster, this position is on-call, may only guide a few trips a season, and is best suited for a candidate already established in the Roaring Fork Valley. 

Essential Job Functions
•    Conducts guided trips
•    Instructs guest in fishing skills
•    Advises guests regarding fishing regulations
•    Provides opportunity to fish with maximum possibility of success
•    Cleans assigned vehicle and/or boat and equipment
•    Specific knowledge of fly fishing and guiding the waters of the Roaring Fork area including Carbondale and Glenwood Springs
•    To ensure safety of guests and vessels
•    Current CPR and First Aid

•    Fishing skills-When, Where, How
•    Communication skills; to entertain and inform
•    Knowledge of area fishing regulations and/or boating regulations
•    Knowledge of safety, emergency and life saving procedures
•    Knowledge of weather patterns
•    Knowledge of company policies and procedures
•    Clear driving record

Supervision Given and Received 
Given: This position has no supervisory responsibilities. 
Received: Works under direct supervision of Guest Services Manager. Tasks are assigned according to specific procedures, and work is checked frequently. Instruction, advice and assistance are readily available.

Work Environment and Physical Demands 
•    Ability to reach, crouch, kneel, stand, bend or be on your feet for extended periods of time 
•    Regularly work in wet, cold, hot conditions requiring the use of protective apparel/equipment to prevent exposure to the elements and may be required to walk on slippery and uneven surfaces
•    Must be able to occasionally lift, push or pull up to 50 lbs. individually or with assistance (weight limits can vary according to position, but no more than 50)

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. By accepting a position with Aspen Skiing Company, you acknowledge that you are able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. To request accommodation during the application and interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 970-300-7700.         

This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Aspen Skiing Company / ASPENX / The Little Nell / Limelight Hotel is an equal opportunity employer.  

For an overview of Aspen Skiing Company's benefits and other compensation visit www.aspensnowmass.com/employment/benefits-and-perks

As of March 11th 2022, Aspen Skiing Company, ASPENX, The Little Nell, and The Limelight Hotels will no longer require all active employees to be fully vaccinated in the workplace. Read more about our policies as it relates to employee safety here