Vice President of Systems

Natural Habitat Adventures (Nat Hab), a nature-focused global adventure travel company, is seeking a strategic and forward-thinking Vice President of Systems to lead our enterprise systems function. This senior leadership role is responsible for translating company vision into scalable systems strategy, leading a team of direct reports, ensuring operational excellence, and driving innovation that enhances productivity, decision-making, and guest experience. 

The ideal candidate is both a strong people leader and a practical technologist, someone who can inspire a team, build trusted relationships across departments as well as parent and sister companies, and implement modern systems and AI tools that fit seamlessly into business workflows. 

This is a full-time, exempt position open to local candidates only as this position is required to be in the Louisville, Colorado offices no less than 50% of the time.  

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Lead, mentor, and develop members of the Systems department, establishing clear priorities and accountability. 

• Lead and continuously refine the organization’s systems development lifecycle (SDLC), establishing clear processes, governance, and cross-department collaboration to ensure technology initiatives are scoped effectively, delivered efficiently, and aligned with strategic business priorities. 

• Translate company vision into enterprise systems strategies and a multi-year technology roadmap. 

• Oversee the performance, reliability, and optimization of core business systems, infrastructure, and integrations. 

• Lead planning and execution of company-wide technology initiatives, including project management, change management, and staff training. 

• Partner closely with department heads and senior leadership to identify technology solutions that support operational and strategic goals. 
• Build and scale the Systems team by recruiting, hiring, and developing high-performing IT professionals and software developers, aligning talent strategy with the organization’s systems roadmap, operational needs, and long-term digital growth.

• Develop and execute Nat Hab’s AI strategy, identifying high-impact opportunities to improve workflows, productivity, and insight across teams. 
• Report project status and strategic initiatives to the executive team, translating technical progress, risks, and priorities into clear business insights.

• Establish responsible AI governance standards and ensure data privacy and security best practices are upheld. 

• Monitor system performance metrics to measure effectiveness and drive continuous improvement. 

• Oversee the Systems department budget and vendor relationships as a steward of company resources. 

• Partner with IT leadership to ensure cybersecurity, compliance, and regulatory alignment (including SOX, and CCPA). 

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS 

• 5+ years of progressive leadership experience in systems, technology, or IT roles, including managing direct reports. 

• Bachelor’s degree in a technology-related field preferred. 

• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence organizational change. 

• Strong executive presence and relationship-building skills. 

• Strategic thinker, able to balance long-term vision with practical execution. 

• Experience developing and executing enterprise systems strategies. 

• Strong understanding of IT infrastructure, integrations, and business systems. 

• Previous experience as a systems developer required 

• Experience working with AI, automation, or workflow optimization tools along with practical experience implementing AI solutions. 

• Knowledge of cybersecurity, data governance, and responsible AI practices. 

• Previous experience with public company compliance requirements is a plus. 

• Experience with online commerce is highly desirable. 

COMPENSATION  

Starting salary range: $155,000-$175,000 plus an annual bonus. Compensation will be commensurate with experience. (Per Colorado’s Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, employers must include compensation ranges in job postings.) This is a full-time, exempt position.  

This role includes a comprehensive benefits package with medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k)-retirement plan; generous paid time off; and paid holidays. Additional perks include annual opportunities for paid travel on Nat Hab adventures, complimentary stays at our Colorado mountain house, access to The Nest, significant discounts with partner travel companies, and pro-deal pricing on outdoor gear. Our Louisville, Colorado office also offers scenic trails, an on-site fitness facility, and a café serving daily breakfast, lunch, and locally roasted coffee. Benefits are subject to change at the company’s discretion. 

LOCATION AND TRAVEL 

This position offers a hybrid schedule and requires in-person attendance at our Louisville, Colorado office at least 50% of the workweek. This position may also require 1–3 weeks of travel annually to meet the needs of the role, with potential for more travel to visit sister company sites. This location and travel policy is subject to change at the company’s discretion.

WORKING HOURS 

Nat Hab operates a 24/7 global adventure travel business, and this role reflects that reality. While standard company office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM MT, and Saturdays from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM for select members of our guest-facing teams, the VP of Systems is expected to maintain flexible availability beyond these hours to support operational continuity and must be reachable for urgent situations specific to technology that may arise at any time, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Additional hours are often required to meet the demands of a 24/7 operation.   

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION STATEMENT
At Natural Habitat Adventures, we believe that diversity enriches every journey. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where individuals from all backgrounds, identities, and life experiences are welcomed, respected, and valued. We encourage applicants from all walks of life to join us—even if you haven’t worked in the travel industry before. If you’re passionate about our mission and bring ideas, talents, or perspectives that can help make Nat Hab a more innovative and resilient company, we want to hear from you. 

DISCLAIMER STATEMENT
This job description is intended to outline the general nature and level of work performed in this role. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required of the position, and responsibilities may change at any time based on business needs.