Environmental Projects Lead – Alaska (Remote Eligible)

Kawerak, Inc.; Nome (AK); Remote; USD 51,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Kawerak, Inc. is seeking an Environmental Project Coordinator in Nome, Alaska to assist with planning, coordinating, and administering environmental projects across the Bering Strait region.

You will work with Environmental Program staff, Tribes, and partners to ensure grant compliance and successful project delivery. The role emphasizes project management, budget tracking, procurement support, and outreach across solid waste, recycling, contamination prevention, and climate initiatives.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree with 2 years environmental work experience.
• Experience may substitute for the degree requirement year-for-year.
• HAZWOPER and Oil Spill Response preferred.
• Experience with Tribal, rural, or Indigenous communities.
• Experience in grant-supported programs and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support environmental projects to meet timelines and budgets.
• Organize meetings, trainings, and teleconferences with Tribes and partners.
• Maintain relationships with village staff, tribal leaders and stakeholders.
• Assist with recycling, contaminated sites, food security, and related initiatives.
• Research funding opportunities and assist with grant development.
• Prepare progress reports and communications for funders and partners.
• Maintain organized project files, records, databases, and performance data.
• Assist with procurement and contracting processes for projects.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Multi-project coordination

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Associate’s degree plus 2 years environmental experience

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Job description

Kawerak, Inc. is seeking an Environmental Project Coordinator in Nome, Alaska to assist with planning, coordinating, and administering environmental projects across the Bering Strait region.

You will work with Environmental Program staff, Tribes, and partners to ensure grant compliance and successful project delivery. The role emphasizes project management, budget tracking, procurement support, and outreach across solid waste, recycling, contamination prevention, and climate initiatives.