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Posted August 22, 2026

Tribal Fishery Education Assistant

Kenaitze Indian Tribe
Kenai, AK, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description
Tribal Fishery Education AssistantRevision Date: 05/29/2020Dept./Program: Tribal Member ServicesEmployment Status: Full Time, TemporaryDivision: Tribal ProgramsFLSA Status: Non-ExemptReports To: Tribal Harvest Program SupervisorSchedule: 40 hours/weekSupervises: N/APreference: TERO Ordinance 2017-01, P.L. 93-638Job SummaryWorks under the Harvest Program Supervisor and the Tribal Fishery Education Technician with fishing the education set net.Essential FunctionsAssistants are responsible for picking fish from the net, sorting, proper vacuum packing, and fish distributionProvides support in species reporting requirements and documentation of all cultural activities on a daily basisAssists with cleaning all equipment needed in the operation of the fishery, including nets, buoys, lines, vehicles and fish cleaning stationsMaintain a good working relationship with co-workers and Tribal MembersBe a good representation of the Tribe, as the position is highly visible in communityAssists with keeping all sites clean, orderly and safe as well as drug and alcohol freeAssists with the entry level operations for the Harvest activities under the Kenaitze Indian Tribe's Educational Fishery Plan and the Tribes policies and proceduresIt 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.Working ConditionsLifting RequirementsMedium work – Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.Physical RequirementsWalk (Move, Traverse)Use hands/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 PullingRepetitive MotionHazards and Atmospheric ConditionsWetOSHA CategoriesCategory II – Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue, but exposure or potential for exposure may occurTravelLocalComments: Local travel required for shopping, 1 – 3 times per week. In-state travel required for training, 1-2 times per year.Qualifications ExperienceMust be at least 16 years of ageExperience in picking and vacuum sealing fish License/CertificationCurrent Alaska Drivers' License Special SkillsAble and willing to work unusual hours, determined by weather and tideAbility to read and understand a tide book and knot tyingWillingness to learn the language, culture and history of the Dena'ina people

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