Director, Indigenous Language Center — Grants & Growth

University of Alaska Anchorage; Fairbanks (AK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The College of Indigenous Studies at the University of Alaska Fairbanks is seeking a Director for the Alaska Native Language Center (ANLC), a nationally recognized center dedicated to the documentation, preservation, and revitalization of Alaska Native languages. This is a pivotal leadership role for someone ready to shape the future of ANLC's research, archival, academic, and outreach initiatives.

The Director will provide strategic vision for the Center, aligning its work with UAF's broader

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field and five years progressively responsible experience.
• Experience directing research or outreach programs in academia or Indigenous initiatives.
• Strong grant-writing skills and ability to secure funding.

Responsibilities

• Secure and administer grant funding for ANLC initiatives.
• Supervise a small team of research and administrative staff.
• Build the infrastructure to grow ANLC's research capacity.
• Represent ANLC to funders, university leadership, Indigenous communities, and external partners.
• Provide strategic vision aligning ANLC with CIS and UA system goals.

Skills

Grant writing

Staff supervision

Strategic leadership

Community relations

Education

Master's degree in a relevant field

Job description

The College of Indigenous Studies at the University of Alaska Fairbanks is seeking a Director for the Alaska Native Language Center (ANLC), a nationally recognized center dedicated to the documentation, preservation, and revitalization of Alaska Native languages. This is a pivotal leadership role for someone ready to shape the future of ANLC's research, archival, academic, and outreach initiatives.

The Director will provide strategic vision for the Center, aligning its work with UAF's broader