CAREER
OPPORTUNITIES

Full Time • Location Will Vary

This position provides technical and research assistance to the Tribal Fish & Wildlife Director and the Tribes regarding marine mammal issues and needs while serving to promote the rights of the Chugach Region Tribes in choosing how to continue to meet their nutritional, cultural, and economic needs through sustainable marine mammal populations.

Primary Duties:

• Lead the Tribal Fish & Wildlife Department Marine Mammal Program
• Fulfill Marine Mammal Program strategic plan and Tribal needs.
• Be a point of contact for the Chugach Region on marine mammal issues.
• Attend all region marine mammal related board/committee/agency meetings.
• Build Alliance member capacity through technical support by researching and providing meeting training opportunities to Alliance members, tracking, and disseminating information to the Alliance on marine-related proposals that could impact the southcentral region, assisting Alliance members with developing proposals/testimony for the public process, and developing information on harvesting opportunities in the southcentral region. 
• Attend all Alliance meetings.
• Prepare technical and research reports, such as environmental impact reports, and communicate the results to individuals in industry, government, or the general public.

Full Time • Anchorage, Alaska

The Climate Change Coordinator will develop and implement programs based on the review and evaluation of scientific research and data that identifies how shifts in climate will potentially affect natural resources, animals, and civilizations.

Primary Duties:

• Manage and oversee all aspects of assigned projects, ensuring they are completed on time,within scope and budget.
• Compile, analyze, and clarify information, data, and research regarding environmental management and climate change.
• Review existing climate or environmental management legislation, regulations, policies, and practices to determine actual and potential environmental impacts.
• Communicate research findings to partner Tribes, regulatory agencies, or other stakeholders through written reports, presentations, and academic papers.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to develop educational and outreach programs regarding climate change.
• Prepare and interpret long-range climate projections and related materials.
• Prepare and distribute reports and papers to the Environmental Director as requested.
• Maintain knowledge of developments and studies in the field.
• Assist with the development, implementation, and oversight of the departmental budget.
• Assist with all aspects of grant reporting, including tracking progress and ensuring compliance with grantor requirements.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

How to Apply:  To apply or make inquiries and/or apply, email your credentials or questions to Willow Hetrick at . Submit a resume, cover letter, and 3 professional references, BIA Form 4432 (if claiming Indian Preference). Communications will be treated in confidence and resumes will be accepted until the position is filled.  
Resumé reviews begin immediately.

Finance Director

Full Time • Anchorage, Alaska – Remote considered

The Finance & Administration Manager leads CRRC’s accounting and grants and contract team to manage grants and contracts from federal, state, and local granting agencies and private contracts. This position works closely with the Executive Director and Mariculture Director to maintain effective finance, grant, and administrative processes. The position is responsible for providing financial expertise, managing the full grants and contracts process, and human resources support to our mission programs. The Finance & Administration Manager builds and maintains internal controls and processes for the organization through a collaborative team effort.

Primary Duties:

• Manage and mentor employees in the accounting, grant and contracts, & human resources departments, fostering their growth and development.
• In coordination with the accounting staff and others, maintain the accounting records to ensure the integrity and accuracy of CRRC’s financial data in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles.
• Ensure the timeliness and accuracy of payroll, quarterly and annual payroll tax reports (941 and ESC), and the accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
• Review or perform reconciliations of financial accounts and project budgets monthly.
• Prepare and/or review monthly financial reports to the Executive Director and program managers.
• Develop and ensure approval of Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreements (NICRA) with Federal oversight agencies
• Prepare annual, audit, Single Audit and Form 990 with external auditor.
• Assist the Executive Director in the preparation and monitoring of the annual operating budget.
• Work with the accounting department to organize, streamline, and maintain processes for maximum efficiency.

How to Apply:  To apply or make inquiries and/or apply, email your credentials or questions to Willow Hetrick at . Submit a resume, cover letter, and 3 professional references, BIA Form 4432 (if claiming Indian Preference). Communications will be treated in confidence and resumes will be accepted until the position is filled.  
Resumé reviews begin immediately.

Full Time • Seward, Alaska – No remote work will be considered

The Chemistry Laboratory Manager is responsible for the operation and management of the Dissolved Inorganic Carbon (DIC) Research Laboratory, conducting laboratory analysis specific to ocean chemistry, and overseeing the APMI Community Sampling and Continuous Monitoring Programs.

Primary Duties:

Laboratory Operations Management:

• Oversee day-to-day laboratory operations, ensuring all activities comply with safety protocols, standard operating procedures, and regulations.
• Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment, ensuring good working condition of all equipment. Coordinate with vendors for repairs and maintenance when necessary.
• Manage the inventory of chemicals, reagents, and other consumables, ensuring sufficient stock levels and proper storage.
• Conduct assays, which will focus on biochemical monitoring, and assist with the oceanographic monitoring.
• Manage the inventory of samples and maintain accurate chain of custody records.
• QA/QC data generated in the lab and create final reports, figures, and other research products.
• Maintain and operate a “Burke-o-Lator” continuous pCO2/TCO2 analyzer to determine baseline ocean conditions. Analyze discrete water samples from APMI partner communities.
• Produce water quality results for Directors and husbandry staff to use in daily activities.
• Oversee CRRC’s EPA Water Quality Monitoring program, including interaction with Tribal Natural Resource Specialists, providing technical assistance, keeping sampling inventory filled, and collecting, curating, and analyzing data.
• Participate in grant reporting.
• Prepare technical and research reports and communicate the results to individuals in industry, government, or the general public.
• Present at regional, national, and international conferences.
• Assist in the preparation of manuscripts for peer-reviewed publications.

How to Apply:  To apply or make inquiries and/or apply, email your credentials or questions to Willow Hetrick at . Submit a resume, cover letter, and 3 professional references, BIA Form 4432 (if claiming Indian Preference). Communications will be treated in confidence and resumes will be accepted until the position is filled.  
Resumé reviews begin immediately.