Job Title: Environmental Program Assistant Department: SVT Environmental Department Reports To: Environmental Program Coordinator Supervises: Seasonal Project Crew FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Classification: Full-Time, Regular Location: Seldovia, Alaska Work Schedule: Monday - Friday / 9:00am - 5:00pm / 35 Hours Per Week Position Overview Seldovia Village Tribe (SVT) is seeking an Environmental Program Assistant (Assistant) to assist with the Environmental Department\xe2\x80\x99s goals and objectives to support SVT\xe2\x80\x99s Mission. On the job training is available for many of the key responsibilities. Under the guidance of the Environmental Program Coordinator, the Assistant will support the planning, development and implementation of the Environmental Departments projects and programs. This will include a variety of tasks that include, analyzing data, helping develop reports and documents, and maintaining a good working relationship with local, state, and federal agencies. The Assistant will help the Environmental Technician with field work and tasks when needed. There are many opportunities to learn and grow in this position in subjects such as Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and grant writing. Benefits Subject to waiting periods for eligibility and/or personnel policy, a full-time employe may qualify for the following benefits:
Medical, Vision, and Dental
Group Life Insurance is provided at no cost by SVT with an optional Voluntary Term Life option.
401(k) Retirement Plan with 5% employer match
11 Paid Holidays
Sick Leave accrual (12/year)
Annual Leave accrual (rates based off of years of service) starting at 15 days per year
Supplemental coverage through AFLAC
Seldovia Village Tribe is a qualified employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Duties & Responsibilities
Participate in planning and developing field work plans
Help development of reports and documents
Participate in writing and developing grants
Operate various water quality and air monitoring Instruments
Help collecting electronic waste and recycling.
Public speaking and presenting oneself profesionally.
Participate in community education efforts in various capacities
Participate in and contribute to tribal events and efforts
Participate in emergency planning and training as required
Other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements Education: Bachelor\'s Degree in Marine Biology or work equivalent, required. Experience: Experience in fisheries, preferred. Experience in tribal environmental programs a plus. Certifications/Licensure: HAZWOPER Certification (can get certified post hire if necessary) CPR/FIrst Aid - provided by SVT Other Requirements: Preemployment Background Screening Preemployment Drug Testing Computer/Equipment Skills:
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Products \xe2\x80\x93 Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
Experience with Geographic Information System (GIS) Software
Experience using water quality and/or air monitoring equipment and associated software. Or a willingness to learn.
User knowledge of PC and Mac Computers
Physical Demands N \xe2\x80\x93 Not Applicable: Activity is not applicable to this position O \xe2\x80\x93 Occasionally: Position requires activity up to 33% of the time (0-2.5+ Hrs/Day) F \xe2\x80\x93 Frequently: Position requires activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 \xe2\x80\x93 5.5+ Hrs/Day) C \xe2\x80\x93 Constantly: Position requires activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ Hrs/Day)
Stand F Lift/Carry 10 lbs or less C Walk F Lift/Carry 11-20 lbs F Sit F Lift/Carry 21-50 lbs F Climb F Lift/Carry 51-100 lbs O Crawl F Over 100 lbs N Squat/Kneel F Bend F Push/Pull 12 lbs or less C Speak O Push/Pull 13-25 lbs F Grasp O Push/Pull 26-30lbs O Manually Manipulate O Push/Pull 41-100 lbs N Reach Outward/Above O Work Environment Seldovia Village Tribe is a drug-free, alcohol-free, and tobacco-free work environment. This position will be required to travel to remote locations. An individual in this position may expect to travel in small to large aircrafts, small to large water crafts, and/or automobiles. An individual in this position may be exposed to environmental hazards common to a field setting, including but not limited to insects, rough terrain, fresh and saltwater hazards, exposure to sun, wind, rain, and other types of weather. An individual in this position should expect to spend long periods of time on boats, in the outdoors, or in an office as needed.
Review Seldovia Village Tribe has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee\'s ability to perform the position described. It is not intended as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Supervisors, directors, and/or CEO may assign additional functions and requirements, when appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and Seldovia Village Tribe reserves the right to change this job description. Hiring preference will be given to Alaskan Natives and American Indians according to the Seldovia Village Tribe TERO Compliance Plan.
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