Chickaloon Village Traditional Council

(Nay’dini’aa Na’ Kayax)

Ahtna Language & Culture Lifeways Department

Internal/External Position Announcement

If you are interested in learning our Ahtna language and helping make it more accessible; and you want to be part of a strong and caring team of dedicated, passionate, and caring language professionals, this is the job for you!

Job Title:         Ahtna Language Apprentice

Department:    Ahtna Language and Culture Lifeways

Mission:           Helping Our Citizens to Thrive

What We Offer: A short-term, flexible position (through August 2024), with competitive pay, remote work opportunities, free training, and educational opportunities. A family-friendly work environment, cultural activities, and fun!

What We Are Seeking: A self-motivated professional to perform research and data entry to populate our website with Ahtna language materials, including videos, audio recordings, and language curriculum.

Additional Responsibilities: You will assist the Ahtna Language Specialist with creating Ahtna language learning modules on the 7000 Languages website for future use by Tribal citizens and the public.

Qualifications, Education & Experience: 

• No experience is required. We are willing to provide training for CNV Tribal citizens.
• Some high school is required. Must be willing and capable to learn and share Ahtna language, culture, stories, and history.
• Excellent interpersonal, customer service, and leadership skills; including the ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds; establish and maintain cooperative relationships and work successfully as a member of a team.
• Excellent time management, problem-solving and organizational skills, with a proven ability to meet sometimes competing deadlines.
• Superb verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to function well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to learn and embrace new or updated software.
• Reliable transportation to get to and from office and other working locations.

Pre-Employment Drug Screening and Background Check: This position requires you to complete and pass a pre-employment state and federal background check and drug screening as a condition of employment.

AN/AI Preference: As allowed in P.L. 93-638, preference for employment will be given to Alaska Native and American Indian peoples.

Visit www.chickaloon-nsn.gov/employ and select the job link to apply. Open until filled. Please contact HR at 907-761-3919 or employment@chickaloon-nsn.gov with any questions.

Posted 4-12-24