


The Tyonek Tribal Conservation District is currently hiring for the following position(s):
CONSERVATION TECHNICIAN
Tyonek Tribal Conservation District (TTCD) is seeking seasonal Conservation Technician(s) to join our team! These positions will be working closely with the Senior Habitat Programs Director and Conservation Biologist to implement annual biological field tasks including invasive species management and monitoring, salmon population monitoring, water temperature monitoring, fish sampling, and habitat assessments. The ideal candidate has experience working outdoors, collecting biological data in Alaska, has Alaska plant and fish identification skills, and a team-oriented attitude while also thriving in the flexible, dynamic, and fast-paced environment of a growing and reflective nonprofit.
This position will be based in either Anchorage or Tyonek and will involve travel to remote communities including Tyonek and Beluga for both day and overnight [multi-day] trips during the summer months. The Conservation Technician will gain valuable experience through exposure to the daily operation of a conservation nonprofit organization. Download a full job description.
Status: Seasonal, Full-Time (May 5-Oct 10)
Pay rate: $21-26/HR DOE
Job Functions & Responsibilities
- Field work with TTCD staff and partners in remote areas, including spending up to a week at atime in each of the following locations: Skwentna, Alexander Creek, Tyonek, and Beluga.
- Conservation project planning and implementation, including northern pike survey and suppression, aquatic invasive plant surveys, salmon population monitoring, stream temperature and flow monitoring, and other projects as needed.
- Data collection, entry, organization, and analysis for conservation projects.
- Assisting, assessing, and monitoring aquatic habitat restoration projects.
- Collaborating with partners to implement conservation projects including invasive species management activities and other projects as assigned.
- Working cooperatively with TTCD staff to achieve goals of current District projects and programs, as well as assist in the development of future district projects and programs.
- Assisting with Tyonek Garden tasks as needed.
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Minimum Qualifications
- Willingness to work in remote areas, including flying by small aircraft to project sites.
- Willingness to work outdoors, including physical work in varying weather conditions.
- Comfortable working in/on lakes and streams by wading and in boats and packrafts.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Strong organizational and teamwork skills.
To Apply
To apply, applicants should include a resume with three professional references, and cover letter describing their interest and qualifications. The resume and cover letter (as well as inquiries) can be emailed to the Tyonek Tribal Conservation District hiring team at admin@ttcd.org. Applications will be accepted until March 31st at 5PM. Resume reviews will begin immediately and the position will remain open until filled.
YOUTH GARDEN INTERNS
Youth Interns will work with the Garden Supervisor and Tyonek Grown Program Manager to accomplish day-to-day management of the Tyonek Garden. You will learn skills in farming and gardening, including plant care, composting, pest management, harvest practices and more. No gardening experience required!
Status: Seasonal, Part-Time
Pay rate: $15/HR
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Planting seeds and vegetable starts in the garden
- Watering and weeding crops
- Data collection
- Following instructions and attention to detail
- Vegetable harvesting
- Vegetable sales and marketing
- Making and maintaining compost
- Agricultural training
- Participate in Youth-Elder food system interviews
- Other tasks as assigned
POSITION DETAILS
- Must be 14-20 years old
- 20-30 hours per week
- Position begins May 26th, 2025
- Reports to Tyonek Grown Program Manager and Garden Supervisor
- Internship is 12 weeks long and flexible schedules will be considered
TO APPLY
Submit a letter of interest (at least a half page in length) explaining your interest in this position and gardening. Include any relevant experience you may have, as well as your contact information (phone and email). Submit your letter to admin@ttcd.org by Friday, April 25th, at 5pm.