Cruise Operations Manager

Job overview

Cruise Operations Manager is onsite in Skagway, AK from season setup through shutdown, typically mid-March through mid-October; remote work may be possible outside those months but is not guaranteed. Pay is $4,100–$4,500 per month, DOE. The role supports Alaska Mountain Guides’ tours for cruise ship guests and independent travelers in Southeast Alaska. The manager oversees cruise program operations, site managers, guides, and dock staff while coordinating schedules, office work, and site needs. The role helps ensure tour operations, staffing, and guest-facing logistics run effectively through the season.

What you'll do

• Oversee cruise program operations in Skagway
• coordinate with the Haines office
• support long-trip operations
• share management of guides, dock staff, and site managers
• review timesheets and scheduling
• coordinate dock transfers
• maintain office records and calendars
• support seasonal allocations
• and coordinate site and property needs.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

cruise operations manager

cruise tourism

tour operations

guide management

skagway ak

alaska mountain guides

$4,100–$4,500/month

40–50 hours/week

seasonal onsite

remote work possible in winter

cruise programs

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

The role is expected to work 40–50 hours per week. Remote work outside the operating season is possible based on performance and is not guaranteed.

About the employer

Alaska Mountain Guides is hiring for this role. Industry: All Other Amusement and Recreation Industries. Sector: 71.