What are the responsibilities and job description for the Restorative Justice Officer position at Chickaloon Native Village?
Position Announcement
Job Title: Restorative Justice Officer
Department: Judicial Services
Division: Judicial, Family & Recovery Services
Mission: Helping Our Citizens and Community to Thrive
Values: Care and love for each other, education, honesty, humor, and respect.
If you're looking for meaningful work where you can combine accountability, compassion, and cultural values to support lasting recovery and community wellness, this role is for you.
CVTC Offers: A welcoming and inclusive workplace that prioritizes each staff members’ professional development, health, and overall well-being. This is a full-time, 36-hour-per-week position, with competitive pay and a flexible benefits package including 401(k) retirement plan, 14 paid holidays, accrued paid time off, and free training and educational opportunities. You will also have opportunities to learn the Ahtna language and cultural lifeways. Our environment is family-friendly, with wellness activities and opportunities for fun!
Who We Are Seeking: We are seeking a compassionate, dependable professional who is committed to supporting individuals on their recovery journey. The ideal candidate believes in accountability through encouragement, values collaboration with treatment providers and community partners, and is dedicated to helping participants build resilience, maintain sobriety, and successfully reintegrate into their families, culture, and community. This role is perfect for someone who can balance structured supervision with empathy while advancing our mission of helping our citizens and community thrive.
Additional Responsibilities: Collaborate with Tribal Court, treatment providers, Elders, and community partners to support participant success through restorative justice and reentry planning. Maintain accurate case documentation and court reports, participate in ongoing professional development, contribute to program improvement, and uphold organizational standards while advancing culturally grounded healing, accountability, and community wellness.
Qualifications, Education & Experience:
- High school diploma or G.E.D. required; college coursework in Criminal Justice, Social Work, Behavioral Sciences, or a related field is preferred.
- Must be willing to attend out-of-state Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) or Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers (FLETC) training within six months of hire.
- Excellent interpersonal, customer service, and leadership skills.
- Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills.
- Ability to remain calm and effective in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications.
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. This position is subject to random drug testing.
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.
Visit www.chickaloon-nsn.gov/employ and select the job link to apply. Open until filled. Contact Human Resources at (907) 745-0749 or cvemployment@chickaloon-nsn.gov with any questions.