Individual Placement-Alaska- Outreach, Education, and Biological Admin Field Assistant
About The Position
Tetlin National Wildlife Refuge seeks qualified applicants to assist its Visitor Services and Biological programs for 25 weeks with winter projects in field and office settings. The role is based in Tok, Alaska, and involves both front-country and potentially backcountry work. Emergency services, public transportation, and cell phone reception may be limited depending on the work location. Office work includes sorting and entering legacy data, developing metadata, archiving historic documents and datasets, summarizing data, and writing reports. The position also supports monthly outdoor education events, including the Fresh Eyes on Ice program in cooperation with the University of Alaska Fairbanks, coordinates the Christmas Bird Count, and updates the Refuge Visitor’s Guide. Field duties include monitoring vegetation conditions and providing logistical support to state and federal partners. The position runs from December 14, 2026, through June 5, 2027, and is scheduled for 40 hours per week. USFWS housing is provided when the incumbent is not in the field; housing may be shared and rustic. Driving a motor vehicle for the partner agency or organization is required. A personal vehicle is not required but may be useful.
Requirements
- Strong work ethic, positive attitude, and willingness to serve in any capacity required.
- Some experience with outdoor activities such as camping, hiking, or hunting/fishing.
- Must be between ages 18 and 30 inclusive, or a veteran age 35 or younger.
- Must be a U.S. citizen or national, or a lawful permanent resident alien of the United States.
- Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent, agree to obtain one, or be enrolled in an institution of higher education.
- Must be able to complete or fulfill all partner driving requirements.
Nice To Haves
- Work experience and education in biological sciences, public education and outreach, and maintenance.
- Personal vehicle available, though it is not required.
Responsibilities
- Sort and enter legacy data.
- Develop metadata.
- Archive historic documents and datasets.
- Summarize data and write reports.
- Assist with monthly outdoor education events, including the Fresh Eyes on Ice program in cooperation with the University of Alaska Fairbanks.
- Coordinate the Christmas Bird Count.
- Update the Refuge Visitor’s Guide.
- Monitor vegetation conditions.
- Provide logistical support for work conducted by state and federal partners.
- Drive a motor vehicle for the partner agency or organization.
Benefits
- USFWS housing when not in the field; housing may be shared and rustic.
- $880 per week living allowance.
- $1,500 one-time travel stipend.
- Bear Safety training.
- Defensive Driving Training.
- Off-Road Vehicle Safety training.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
