Environmental Specialist - Land Revitalization Program - Juneau

Central Council Tlingit & Haida Indian Tribes • Juneau, AK

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Environmental Specialist will support and coordinate environmental projects primarily within the Land Revitalization Program, including solid waste management, greenhouse gas reduction initiatives, and the Tribal Response Program. This role involves assisting with grants and projects that advance the establishment of a regional recycling hub, expand composting initiatives across Southeast Alaska, and contribute to the assessment, cleanup, and inventory of brownfield sites. The position will also provide technical and administrative support for other environmental initiatives within tribal villages and the Environmental Division.

Requirements

• Expertise in federal, state, and environmental program regulations, particularly in waste management and land revitalization.
• Ability to develop and implement complex environmental program/projects.
• Ability to work effectively with local, state and federal agencies and tribes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for outreach, public education, and grant writing.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Basic financial management knowledge, including grant budgeting and reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant software.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Ability to travel using all forms of commercial transportation.
• Associate’s degree
• 2 years’ experience at the technician level or above in an environmental field
• Additional education in the environmental field may be substituted for experience and additional experience in the environmental field may be substituted for education.
• Must be 21 years of age with a Valid Alaska Driver’s license

Nice To Haves

• Experience assisting in environmental programs, particularly in sustainable waste management and brownfield land remediation.
• Familiarity with composting and recycling equipment and procedures.
• Familiarity with the Tlingit and Haida cultures; contemporary, traditional, political social.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the implementation and coordination of projects related to solid waste management, composting, and brownfield remediation under the Land Revitalization Program.
• Provide administrative and technical support to ensure successful execution of Environmental Division projects, including budget tracking, scheduling, and reporting in alignment with funding agency requirements.
• Support the monitoring of program budgets and funding compliance, assisting with the preparation of financial reports and updates for various funding sources.
• Contribute to public outreach and educational initiatives, promoting tribal and community engagement with environmental programs and raising awareness of key issues.
• Collaborate with local, regional, state, and federal partners to support the development and implementation of tribal environmental services and guidelines.
• Maintain effective communication with tribal communities and stakeholders, providing input to support program planning and development.
• Support the research, development, and preparation of grant applications to secure funding for environmental projects.
• Perform additional tasks as needed to support the Environmental Division’s objectives and priorities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree