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 K'beq Heritage Site and development, schedule specialized programming involving youth performances, tours, and events. This person will develop and implement public presentations during the winter months. This person will ensure appropriate representation the Tribe's 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 Tribe's 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 K'beq 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
• Ensures compliance with Tribal, federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, Tribal policies and TERO ordinance

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

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. If the use of arm and/or leg control requires exertion of forces greater than that of sedentary work and if the worker sits most of the time, the job is considered light work.

Physical Requirements

• Stand or Sit (Stationary position)
• Walk (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 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

• Bachelor's 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 Tribe's history and cultural heritage
• Collaborative program development
• Curriculum design, implementation, and assessment

Preferred

• Knowledge and experience working with cultural diversities
• Bilingual and Biliterate –English and Dena'ina

License/Certification

• Must have a valid Alaska State driver's license and must remain insurable under the Tribe's 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 un'ina, visitors, co-workers and others