Tribal Fishery Education Assistant
About The Position
Works under the Harvest Program Supervisor and the Tribal Fishery Education Technician with fishing the education set net. Essential Functions Assistants are responsible for picking fish from the net, sorting, proper vacuum packing, and fish distribution. Provides support in species reporting requirements and documentation of all cultural activities on a daily basis. Assists with cleaning all equipment needed in the operation of the fishery, including nets, buoys, lines, vehicles and fish cleaning stations. Maintain a good working relationship with co-workers and Tribal Members. Be a good representation of the Tribe, as the position is highly visible in community. Assists with keeping all sites clean, orderly and safe as well as drug and alcohol free. Assists with the entry level operations for the Harvest activities under the Kenaitze Indian Tribe's Educational Fishery Plan and the Tribes policies and procedures. It is the intent of this job description to highlight the essential functions of the position; however, it is not an all-inclusive list. The incumbent may be called upon and required to follow or perform other duties and tasks requested by his/her supervisor, consistent with the purpose of the position, department and/or the Kenaitze Indian Tribe's objectives.
Requirements
- Must be at least 16 years of age
- Experience in picking and vacuum sealing fish
- Current Alaska Drivers' License
- Able and willing to work unusual hours, determined by weather and tide
- Ability to read and understand a tide book and knot tying
- Willingness to learn the language, culture and history of the Dena'ina people
Responsibilities
- Picking fish from the net, sorting, proper vacuum packing, and fish distribution
- Provides support in species reporting requirements and documentation of all cultural activities on a daily basis
- Assists with cleaning all equipment needed in the operation of the fishery, including nets, buoys, lines, vehicles and fish cleaning stations
- Maintain a good working relationship with co-workers and Tribal Members
- Be a good representation of the Tribe, as the position is highly visible in community
- Assists with keeping all sites clean, orderly and safe as well as drug and alcohol free
- Assists with the entry level operations for the Harvest activities under the Kenaitze Indian Tribe's Educational Fishery Plan and the Tribes policies and procedures
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
