Program Lead, Indigenous STEAM Pathways

Sealaska Constructors; Juneau (AK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Program Manager at Sealaska Heritage Institute oversees a large federal grant supporting Indigenous Science education and research. This role manages program staff, ensures fiscal accountability, and leads grant reporting and compliance with SHI’s mission and cultural values.

The position serves as the primary liaison to funders and partners, supervises the STEAM Pathways team, coordinates the annual STEAM Academy, and collaborates with SHI’s leadership to steer program strategy and

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in education or project-related field required.
• 3 years of professional work in project management and coordination preferred.
• Experience with NA/AN governments, organizations, communities, and individuals preferred.
• Experience managing federal grants, grant reporting, and project evaluation.
• Knowledge of Southeast Alaska Native culture and communities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Indigenous Science Pathways program and align with grant goals and compliance.
• Supervise the Research Lab policies, protocols, and programming.
• Lead the STEAM Pathways team and coordinate with the Project Evaluator.
• Lead budget management and fiscal reporting for the program.
• Coordinate STEAM Academy, community engagement, internships, and partnerships.
• Represent SHI with funders and partners and support grant development.
• Collaborate with SHI ISHED management and department director on program strategy.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Grant management

Budget management

Project coordination

Verbal & written communication

Stakeholder collaboration

Data management & analysis

Ecological field knowledge

Cultural knowledge of SEA Natives

Team supervision

Federal grant compliance

Education

Bachelor of Arts or Science Degree in education or project-related field

Tools

Spreadsheets

Databases

Charts & graphs

Job description

The Program Manager at Sealaska Heritage Institute oversees a large federal grant supporting Indigenous Science education and research. This role manages program staff, ensures fiscal accountability, and leads grant reporting and compliance with SHI’s mission and cultural values.

The position serves as the primary liaison to funders and partners, supervises the STEAM Pathways team, coordinates the annual STEAM Academy, and collaborates with SHI’s leadership to steer program strategy and