Housing & Activities Coordinator - Denali National Park / Doyon Joint Venture

Aramark

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Housing & Activities Coordinator supports a diverse and engaged employee community working under the Denali National Park Concessions Contract. This role oversees key aspects of seasonal employee housing and activities programs and plays a vital role in supporting morale, retention, and overall employee experience. The workforce represents a broad range of ages, backgrounds, and professional experiences. The coordinator is responsible for supporting both on-site resident employees and off-site staff by providing accessible, inclusive activities and ensuring housing operations run efficiently. This role requires an even balance of administrative work and hands-on support—spending time in the office completing housing records, documentation, and communication, as well as working in housing areas, activity spaces, and the broader employee community. About Denali National Park & Preserve and Doyon/Aramark Joint Venture: Summer days in Alaska stretch nearly endlessly, with up to 20 hours of daylight on the Summer Solstice. Spanning 6.2 million acres, Denali National Park & Preserve is home to Denali, the highest peak in North America, and attracts over half a million visitors annually. Conveniently accessible by road—4.5 hours from Anchorage and 2 hours from Fairbanks. Doyon Limited and Aramark have teamed up in a Joint Venture as the Denali National Park & Preserve's Concessionaire. Open May to September, our operation manages the transportation, retail, guest service and food and beverage concessions with our client; The National Park Service. By road, our 100 Blue Bird Bus Fleet takes guests past the 15-mile public access point daily during summer months, allowing people to hike, view wildlife, climb, and camp where few people have set foot. This is a seasonal role with ideal dates of April 20 - September 27, 2026. We offer competitive wages, paid Holidays, Sick Pay and Benefits Stipend. On-site housing and meal plan ($16/day all inclusive!) & local discounts! Employees are responsible for knowing the environmental aspects and associated impacts of their job position. Job specific Environmental Aspects and Impacts will be communicated by Dept. Managers during EMS training.

Requirements

Previous experience in hospitality, recreation, student housing, community programming, HR support, or similar fields preferred.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of engaging a workforce of mixed age groups, backgrounds, and lifestyles.
Highly organized with the ability to independently manage multiple priorities.
Comfortable performing hands-on tasks including light cleaning, event setup, and housing walkthroughs.
Positive, team-oriented mindset with strong problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, or similar systems; experience with internal housing or scheduling systems a plus.
Availability to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends for events.
Ability to live and/or work in a remote setting for the duration of the season.
Ability to walk between housing units and employee areas over uneven terrain.
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs for event equipment, cleaning supplies, and housing setup.
Comfort working outdoors in Denali’s variable weather conditions (rain, snow, cold, wind).

Responsibilities

Coordinate all aspects of move-in and move-out activities, including room assignments, key distribution, occupancy tracking, and documentation.
Serve as a primary resource for housing policies, room changes, community expectations, and resident concerns.
Conduct regular inspections and partner with Maintenance to address cleanliness, safety, and repair needs.
Assist in preparing housing units and common areas for season opening and season close, including light cleaning, organizing supplies, and completing room checks.
Maintain accurate and timely housing logs, rosters, and operational reports.
Plan, coordinate, and execute a wide range of seasonal employee activities, events, and wellness opportunities suitable for a workforce with varied ages and living arrangements.
Ensure activities are inclusive and accessible to both on-site and off-site employees.
Communicate events and announcements via flyers, social media, digital boards, and other channels to maximize participation.
Manage supplies, budgets, transportation needs, and event logistics.
Help foster a safe, welcoming, and inclusive community environment throughout the season.
Support HR and leadership in new hire onboarding, including housing guidelines, community expectations, and available employee resources.
Collaborate with the General Manager, HR team, and Maintenance on program improvements and employee support initiatives.
Respond promptly and professionally to employee questions, feedback, and concerns.
Maintain regular office hours while also being highly visible and present in employee housing areas and activity locations.