• Strong working knowledge of Alaska Native organizations and priorities;
• Experience working in Higher Education systems, Alaska Native leadership development, or Arctic policy;
• Seeks opportunities to Indigenize higher education at the University of Alaska;
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, able to manage and prioritize multiple tasks;
• Exhibits excellent judgment and positive attitude in all aspects of this role, is tactful, ethical and trustworthy;
• Comfortable with trying new approaches and flexible with organizational needs;
• Strong writing, engagement, interpersonal and communication skills with a variety of audiences;
• Self-starter with strong time management skills – must be able to work well both independently and as an integral member of a team;
• Open to receiving direction, incorporating feedback, and working well under pressure;
• Able to nurture relationships within the university, members of the community, other organizations, and institutions;
• Strong knowledge, appreciation, experience, and commitment to working with and for Alaska Native people and statewide organizations;
• Strong knowledge, connection, and networking with entities and policy that impacts Alaska Native people;
• Knowledge of political, social organizations and the cultural ways of life of Alaska Native peoples and the communities and cultures we live and work in is preferred;
• Must be able to manage multiple projects and deadlines with no decrease in productivity.
• Strong computer skills with a high proficiency with the Google Suite and FoxIt products; willingness to learn new programs and software.
• Excellent interpersonal skills; must be able to work independently and interact effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• High ethical standards and the ability to maintain confidential information.
• Excellent organization skills and detail-oriented.

• In-depth knowledge of and demonstrated experience working with Alaska Native organizations and/or communities.
• An in-depth understanding of key issues, challenges, and opportunities related to Alaska Native/American Indians and post-secondary education.
• Proven track record of advocacy and organizing skills to help coordinate across dynamic statewide Alaska Native organizations.
• Understanding of higher education governance structures or interest and ability to learn.
• Strong technical writing and presentation skills are preferred.
• Equivalent experience and skills may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree and other requirements as deemed appropriate to fulfill the requirements of this role.
• Must have the manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard and standard office equipment.
• Recommended doctoral candidate.
• 5-7 years of expertise in Higher Education systems as administrator, faculty, and/or staff preferred.

Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields for the role is required as well as a minimum of 5 years of experience in project management, program creation and implementation, administration, general coordination, and team-based projects is necessary.

This is a full-time, 12-month, exempt staff position complete with both a competitive salary and a full employee benefits package. New hires will be placed on the UA staff salary schedule, Grade 83, based on education and experience.

UA provides a generous compensation package that includes excellent benefits including retirement options, vacation, and sick leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental, and vision care coverage.

Please attach a resume, cover letter, and the names and contact information of three (3) professional references with your application.

Review of application materials will begin immediately.

This recruitment will remain open until the position is filled. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until a successful candidate is identified. 

This position is located in Anchorage, Fairbanks or Juneau, or UA community campus location. Frequent travel to other local and out-of-state business sites, conferences, and meetings may be required.

This position is primarily indoors, consistent with a standard office position, and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. The incumbent is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The workload may require the incumbent to sit for extended periods of time. The incumbent must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.