Youth Program Assistant

Holland America-Princess (Holland America Dawson City Inn); Alaska; On-site; USD 24,796 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

14 paid holidays

PTO accrual

Free training and education

Learn Ahtna language and cultural life

Family-friendly environment withwelln?

Competitive pay

Full-time 32-hour-per-week

Job summary

CVTC is seeking a Youth Program Assistant to support the Tribal Youth Program in Palmer, AK. You will help plan, coordinate, and deliver youth activities and events such as Native Youth Olympics and Culture Camp, while supporting Tribal Court initiatives.

The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, and youth-centered, thriving in a team-oriented, culturally grounded environment. A valid Alaska driver’s license and training opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–2 years of related experience preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal, customer service, and leadership skills.
• Strong time management and organizational abilities with meeting deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day operations of the Tribal Youth Program.
• Assist with planning, coordinating, and delivering youth activities and events (e.g., Native Youth Olympics, Culture Camp).
• Support youth-related Tribal Court initiatives, including Healing to Wellness Court and Youth Attendance Achievement Court; assist with recordkeeping and outreach.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Leadership

Time management

Organizational skills

Verbal and written communication

Microsoft Office Suite

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Youth Program Assistant

Department: Traditional Tribal Court

Mission: Helping Our Citizens and Community to Thrive

Values: Care and love for each other, education, honesty, humor, and respect.

If you are passionate about supporting Tribal youth and your community, enjoy working in a team-oriented and culturally grounded environment, and are eager to assist with youth programs and court-connected initiatives, then this is the job for you!

CVTC Offers

• 401(k) retirement plan
• 14 paid holidays
• accrued PTO
• free training and educational opportunities
• opportunities to learn the Ahtna language and cultural lifeways
• family-friendly environment, with wellness activities and opportunities for fun
• competitive pay
• full-time, 32-hour-per-week position

Who We Are Seeking

An individual who is passionate about supporting Tribal youth and strengthening cultural, educational, and prevention-focused programming. This position supports the day-to-day operations of the Tribal Youth Program by assisting with planning, coordinating, and delivering youth activities and events such as Native Youth Olympics (NYO), Rural Youth Services, Culture Camp, and other youth programs. The Youth Program Assistant also supports youth-related Tribal Court initiatives, including Juvenile Healing to Wellness Court and Youth Attendance Achievement Court activities, while helping with recordkeeping, data tracking, outreach, and community engagement. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, youth-centered, and committed to working collaboratively in a Tribal and court-connected environment.

Qualifications, Education & Experience

• A minimum of 1 to 2 years of relevant experience preferred. We are willing to provide training for CNV Tribal citizens.
• Excellent interpersonal, customer service, and leadership skills, including the ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds, establish and maintain cooperative relationships, and work successfully as part of a team.
• Strong time management, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with a proven ability to meet competing deadlines.
• Superb verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to function well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software, with the ability to learn new or updated software.

Certificates and Licenses

A valid Alaska Driver’s license and the ability to be insured on CVTC’s vehicle insurance policy is a requirement of this position.

Pre-Employment Drug Screening and Background Check

This position requires you to complete and pass a pre-employment state and federal background check and drug screening as a condition of employment.

Hiring Preferences

As allowed in P.L. 93-638, preference for employment will be given to Alaska Native and American Indian peoples. CVTC also applies family and local hiring preferences.

Palmer, AK

Tribal Affiliation(s): Chickaloon Native Village