Experiential Education Program Coordinator

Join an enthusiastic, inspiring team of educators and researchers to make a difference in the lives of youth from Alaska and beyond! Faculty at UAF's International Arctic Research Center (IARC) and Institute of Arctic Biology (IAB) seek a full-time Program Coordinator to lead the coordination of two science education/outreach programs for K-12 youth, including Inspiring Girls* Expeditions Alaska and Fostering Science. The Inspiring Girls* Expeditions Alaska program hosts unique, tuition-free expeditions for high school youth that blend science, art, and outdoor exploration in exciting landscapes. Fostering Science provides “science adventure camps” for youth aged 10-18 who are in care of the State (foster care), and science internships for older foster youth. This year-round position will be responsible for program outreach and recruiting, including through social media; coordinating application processes; supporting program logistics; overseeing safety and risk management policies and procedures; conducting program purchasing; communicating with participants; liaising with UAF administrative offices; and supporting the program leads with strategic planning for the future. Inspiring Girls* Expeditions Alaska is hosted at IARC, a premier institute with expertise spanning physical, biological, and social science research and education in the Arctic, while Fostering Science is based out of the Institute of Arctic Biology, which focuses on high-latitude research and outreach, with additional support from IARC. Bring your skills in science and/or outdoor education and logistics/coordination to a supportive and interdisciplinary team working to inspire the next generation of scientists and environmental leaders!

In this position, you will be part of a team designing and providing exciting informal education programs for K-12 students that engage youth in science and the outdoors. To thrive in this position, you will possess experience and/or training in environmental, outdoor, or science education, have supervisory and leadership experience with youth, have exceptional organizational and time management skills, and show a demonstrated commitment to advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice. You will be excited to work in a dynamic research and education institution alongside an interdisciplinary team.

Minimum Qualifications:

To be a good match for this position, you will possess 2-3 years and/or seasons of experience and/or training in environmental, outdoor, or science education. You will have supervisory and leadership experience with middle or high school youth, including coaching, teaching, guiding, working as a camp counselor, etc. You will have exceptional organizational, time management, and multitasking skills, and an ability to prioritize. You will possess excellent verbal and written communication skills for a variety of audiences, including youth, funding agencies, and the general public. You will demonstrate a high attention to detail, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, initiative, and the ability to use good judgment.

You will show a demonstrated commitment to advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice, particularly in science and/or outdoor fields. You are able to effectively work with colleagues and participants of different identities and backgrounds, celebrate diversity, and demonstrate cultural humility. You will demonstrate effective interpersonal, facilitation, and conflict resolution skills.

In terms of skills, you will have experience with social media, as well as proficiency with Google Workspace and Zoom. You will be able to work with minors and pass a criminal background check, and either possess a current Wilderness First Responder certification or be willing to obtain one prior to the first programs.

Position Details:

This position is located on the University of Alaska Fairbanks campus in Fairbanks, flexible on-site/hybrid work. This is a full-time, exempt staff position complete with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage. New hires will be placed on the UA Staff Salary Schedule, Grade 79, based on education and experience.

For full consideration please submit your application by Sunday, November 24, 2024 by 11:59 pm. The initial application review will begin on Monday, November 25, 2024. The position will remain open until a successful candidate is identified.  

*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.  Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.

The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.

UA is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, educational institution and provider and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual: www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination.

The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.

Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.

If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Delia Lopez-Ketzler, IARC HR Coordinator, at dketzler@alaska.edu or 907-474-1960.

All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business.

*Each university within the University of Alaska system publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report which contains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as: campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); fire safety policies and procedures; programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the University will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in On-Campus Student Housing Facilities; in Noncampus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University or a recognized student organization; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus.  The report also contains fire statistics for any fires occurring in an On-Campus Student Housing Facility during the three most recent calendar years.  

Access to the reports is available at:

UAA: (Addresses Anchorage campus, Aviation Technology Complex, JBER - Elmendorf Extension, JBER - Richardson Extension, Kenai Peninsula College - Kachemak Bay campus, Kenai Peninsula College - Kenai River campus, Kodiak College, Kodiak High School Extension, Matanuska-Susitna College, Prince William Sound College, and Prince William Sound College - Cordova Extension) Online: https://www.uaa.alaska.edu/students/safety. Request a paper copy in person: UAA Police Department Office at Room 114 of Eugene Short Hall on the Anchorage campus / UAA Dean of Students Office at Room 122 of Rasmuson Hall on the Anchorage campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-786-1120 or police@uaa.alaska.edu / 907-786-1214 or uaa_deanofstudents@alaska.edu. 

UAF: (Addresses Fairbanks Campus, Bristol Bay Campus, Chukchi Campus, Community and Technical College, Kasitsna Bay Campus, Seward Marine Center, Tok Campus, Kuskokwim Campus, and Northwest Campus) Online: https://www.uaf.edu/orca/files/ASFSR.pdf. Request a paper copy in person: UAF Office of Rights, Compliance and Accountability on the 3rd Floor of Constitution Hall. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-474-7300 or uaf-orca@alaska.edu.

UAS: (Addresses the Juneau Auke Bay Campus, Juneau Technical Education Center, Sitka Campus, & Ketchikan Campus) Online: https://uas.alaska.edu/equity-and-compliance/docs/clery/UAS_ASFSR.pdf. Request a paper copy in person: Hendrickson Building, Suite 202 on the Juneau campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-796-6371 or emailing uas.clery@alaska.edu.