Scott Ammons

Director of Recreation @Catalina Island Conservancy

Avalon, CA, US

The Director of Recreation will set the vision and strategy for world-class recreation programming and visitor experience across Catalina Island. They will develop new outdoor experiences, sharing cultural, historical, and natural understanding to inspire visitors, nurturing a new generation of outdoor enthusiasts and environmental stewards. They will grow and expand current offerings, including Eco-tours, hiking, backpacking, and camping experiences.*Lead and manage the Conservancy\'s visitor centers and recreation hubs and curate retail spaces.*Lead and manage the Visitor Experience team.*Lead and manage a team of Rangers, ensuring strong field leadership and emergency response.*Lead risk management, emergency response, and visitor safety.*Manage and develop recreation partnerships.*Build and improve policies and processes.*Develop and manage the annual budget.

University of California, Santa Cruz

Bachelor’s Degree, Economics

Cal State Long Beach

Outdoor Recreation Administration