Youth Program Coordinator

Position Announcement

Job Title:                     Youth Program Coordinator

Department:               Family Services

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: A welcoming and inclusive workplace that prioritizes 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 PTO 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: A dedicated and organized individual who is passionate about supporting Tribal youth through cultural, educational, prevention, and justice-related programming. The Youth Program Coordinator oversees and coordinates programs such as Rural Youth Services (RYS), Native Youth Olympics (NYO), Culture Camp and other initiatives that promote youth success, school attendance, healthy lifestyles, and positive community engagement. The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader who can build strong relationships with youth, families, schools, Tribal departments, and community partners while managing multiple programs, maintaining compliance with grant and reporting requirements, and supporting the development of policies and procedures. This position requires professionalism, initiative, strong communication and organizational skills, and a commitment to serving Indigenous youth and families.

Qualifications, Education & Experience: 

• A minimum of 2 to 3 years of experience in youth services, social services, education, cultural programming, Tribal Court programs, juvenile justice, or a related field is preferred.
• A Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, social work, human services, education, psychology, Alaska Native Studies, or a related field is preferred, but may be substituted for 3 additional years of relative experience.
• 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.

Visit www.chickaloon-nsn.gov/employ and select the job link to apply. Application deadline is Friday, June 5th at 9AM. Contact Human Resources at (907) 745-0749 or cvemployment@chickaloon-nsn.gov with any questions.

Posted 05-29-2026