Culture and Stewardship Coordinator

Culture and Stewardship Coordinator Department Tribal Programs Program Cultural Resources

Reports to: Cultural Resources Supervisor

Employment Status: Full-Time FLSA Status: Exempt

Schedule: Exempt Preference: TERO Ordinance 2017-01 P.L. 93-638

Job Summary

The Culture and Stewardship Coordinator will overlay culturally relevant curriculum and materials on existing and future educational programs and training. This person will supervise the Kbeq Heritage Site and develop specialized programming involving youth performances, tours, and events. This person will also develop and implement public presentations during the winter months. This person will ensure appropriate representation of the Tribes mission, strategic plan, cultural heritage, and language in future planning, community representation, and published materials.

Essential Functions

Ensure that the mission, traditions, and culture of the Kenaitze Indian Tribe are incorporated into all functions of the Tribes cultural and educational programs and services.

• Oversee development of cultural activities and programs in the Kenaitze Tribal Programs Department
• Consult with division program leads on cultural programming
• Develop Heritage and Cultural curriculum materials and programs
• Supervise cultural and heritage programs and staff at Kbeq Heritage Site
• Partner with agencies to develop appropriate community representation of Tribal Stewardship Heritage and Culture
• Support Community Youth and Elders activities and programs
• Network with stakeholders in the development of educational materials

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 their supervisor, consistent with the purpose of the position, department, and/or the Kenaitze Indian Tribes objectives.

Working Conditions

Lifting Requirements: Light work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

Physical Requirements:

• Stand or Sit
• Stationary position
• Walk
• Move
• Traverse
• Use hands and fingers to handle or feel
• Operate
• Activate
• Use
• Prepare
• Inspect
• Place
• Detect
• Position
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Position self to move
• Talk, hear, communicate
• Detect, converse with, discern, convey, express oneself, exchange information, see, detect, determine, perceive, identify, recognize, judge, observe, inspect, estimate, assess
• Pushing or Pulling
• Hazards and Atmospheric Conditions: Wet, Moist
• OSHA Categories: Category II - Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid, or tissue but exposure or potential for exposure may occur

Travel: Local, In-State

Qualifications

Education: Bachelors Degree in Education, Alaska Studies, Culture and Language related degree, or a combination of education and experience in a related field may be substituted for a degree.

Experience: Three (3) years teaching or instructing youth.

Experience with culturally appropriate education.

Knowledge of Kenaitze Indian Tribes history and cultural heritage.

Collaborative program development.

Curriculum design, implementation, and assessment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge and experience working with cultural diversities.
• Bilingual and Biliterate - English and Denaina.
• License/Certification: Must have a valid Alaska State drivers license and must remain insurable under the Tribes policy or obtain within 90 days of hire.

Special Skills:

• Project management
• Strong leadership
• Community outreach and collaboration
• High level of energy with ability to motivate staff and students
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively
• Conducts business in a service-oriented manner that is attentive, pleasant, respectful, and kind when dealing with visitors, co-workers, and others.