Recruiting for the Alaska Native Language Preservation and Advisory Council

The Alaska Native Language Preservation and Advisory Council is fast becoming a reality. The State of Alaska today announced a position vacancy for an Alaska Native language speaker to lead the council. From the job description:

Do you have a passion for Alaska's indigenous languages? Do you want to be part of a team charged with finding a way to promote the vitality of Native Languages across the state?

Duties for this position include, but are not limited to:

• Plan Design and manage research projects.
• Represent the program at statewide or regional conferences, seminars, meetings, and workshops.
• Maintain communication with stakeholders including schools, non-profits, native organizations and others.
• Serve as state liaison for similar programs with schools, non-profits, native regional organizations and others.
• Compile, update and maintain data in an organized manner using standard data management software.
• Write technical reports and other publications summarizing research study findings, policy implications and program evaluations.
• Prepare presentations, technical reports, brochures, articles, and professional journal articles to promote the program.

Position may be based in Juneau or Anchorage. Apply online through Workplace Alaska position ID 08-5112. Applications close September 7.