The Resort at Paws Up

Montana's Premier Luxury Ranch Resort

Advance your career while spending your summer hanging with the bison and steers at The Resort at Paws Up on a sprawling, 37,000-acre, authentic working cattle ranch in Western Montana.

John Steinbeck once said, “I’m in love with Montana. For other states I have admiration, respect, recognition, even some affection. But with Montana it is love. And it’s difficult to analyze love when you’re in it.” We invite you to fall in love with Montana as you work under the Big Sky day after day, delivering memorable experiences to interesting guests from around the globe.

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About The Resort at Paws Up

Paws Up employees are responsible for providing an exceptional experience to guests staying at the resort.  Every position is important to achieving the high level of service our guests anticipate.

If you have a natural desire to be hospitable, can start a friendly conversation with a total stranger, enjoy the outdoors, crave adventure, have a strong work ethic, possess an innate desire to make a difference and are personable and friendly, then Paws Up is a good fit for you!

The predominant post-vacation sentiment expressed by our guests is the excellent service they received from our staff. At Paws Up, we invest a lot in our employees with professional training, competitive pay and seasonal privileges. Our staff members gain the valuable experience that comes with helping travelers discover the resort, and the great state of Montana.

The Employee Experience

  • Q:  What makes The Resort at Paws Up The Last Best Place?
  • A:  The Resort at Paws Up is America’s premier luxury ranch resort that spans 37,000 acres. Paws Up delivers an individualized, luxury experience for affluent guests from all over the world. Few resorts in North America can compete with Paws Up’s level of luxury, commitment to personalized service, delectable cuisine, diverse offering.

  • Q:  Would Paws Up be a good fit for me?
  • A:  We’re looking for people who have the desire to extend genuine, heartfelt hospitality and comfort to our guests. If you would like to bring your passion for service, individuality, personality and focus to work with you every day, then Paws Up is the place for you. 

  • Q:  What is the work season?
  • A:  The Resort at Paws Up is a year-round resort and offers year-round and seasonal employment. The peak season of summer starts in April/May and ends in October. Seasonal team members should be available to work weekends and holidays. 

  • Q:  What seasonal positions are offered?
  • A:  The Resort at Paws Up offers full-time and part-time positions during the seasons, including Activities, Culinary, Glamping, Guest Services, Housekeeping, Food and Beverage, Maintenance, Ranch Operations, Retail, Spa and Wellness and more. 

  • Q:  Where is Paws Up located?
  • A:  The Resort at Paws Up is located 35 minutes northeast of Missoula, Montana, in Greenough.

  • Q:  Should I bring my own car?
  • A:  We highly encourage employees to bring their own cars due to the proximity of The Resort to the neighboring cities and towns and seasonal employee accommodations. This will aid in your own exploration of Montana on your days off as well.

  • Q:  Do you sponsor H2B Visas?
  • A:  At this time, we currently do not sponsor H2B Visas. Although we currently sponsor J1 Visas and Summer Work and Travel Visas through Alliance Abroad. Inquire here -  Alliance Abroad | Live and Work Abroad

Ideal Candidate

Our Brand Statement is simple: Paws Up is a one-of-a-kind resort designed to deliver memories that will last a lifetime. Paws Up provides an authentic, unique, and exhilarating experience of the unspoiled American West - unpretentious, uncompromising, and incomparable. Become part of the team that brings this vision to life. The Resort at Paws Up® is always seeking qualified team members who have a passion for people and who wish to be part of an exceptional team while delivering a five-star guest experience.

Room and Board

Corporate housing for year-round management positions are subject to availability. If housing is full, we recommend looking for housing available in nearby Missoula or Seeley Lake, Montana.

Employee Perks

Team members can look forward to: 

  • Carpool Reimbursement $5-$20/Day
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee lunch provided
  • $250 Referral Bonus
  • Employee Discounts on Merchandise

Getting Here and Getting Around

We are located approximately 30 miles east of Missoula and its airport. We recommend private transportation to enjoy the rest of the area.

For Fun

We offer all that is awesome to Montana... Hiking, horseback riding, whitewater rafting, fly fishing, snow shoeing and various other summer & winter seasonal activities.

How to Apply

To apply, please click APPLY HERE via the link below for a current listing of open positions and to submit an online application. 

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