Environmental Intern - Kenaitze Tribal Member Only

Environmental Intern

Department: Tribal Programs

Program: Environmental

Reports To: Environmental Program Manager

Employment Status: Seasonal

Schedule: Up to 40 Hours

Preference: TERO Ordinance 2017-01, P.L. 93-638

Job Summary

This is a part-time, seasonal summer position, working 20 hours per week from June through August. Intern will work with Kenaitze's Environmental Program Manager on a variety of environmental projects, especially those focused on local water quality, including both ocean and river sampling, recycling and climate change-related issues. Internship Program placements offer an educational experience, opportunities to build on job skills, career readiness, and gain exposure to the Kenaitze Indian Tribe's services and operational processes.

Essential Functions

• Assists the Environmental Program Manager with day-to-day activities of the department
• Attends weekly meetings and contributes to task planning for the week
• Takes part in weekly ocean acidification sampling and a 1/2 day summer sampling event as part of Kenai Watershed Forum's water quality monitoring program
• Helps out at educational events designed to promote community outreach and keep the public informed of Kenaitze's environmental programming and efforts (will on 1-2 occasions involve weekend hours to be discussed in advance)
• Supports community beach clean-up held in early August
• Participates in Kenaitze's glass and aluminum and e-waste recycling program
• Ability to work flexible hours, not to exceed 20 hours per week
• Ensures compliance with Tribal, federal, state and local employment laws and regulations, Tribal policies and TERO ordinance

It is the intent of this job description to highlight the essential functions of the position; however, it is not an all-inclusive list. The incumbent may be called upon and required to follow or perform other duties and tasks requested by his/her supervisor, consistent with the purpose of the position, department and/or the Kenaitze Indian Tribe's objectives.

Working Conditions

Lifting Requirements

• Light work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg control requires exertion of forces greater than that of sedentary work and if the worker sits most of the time, the job is considered light work

Physical Requirements

• Stand or Sit (Stationary position)
• Walk (Move, Traverse)
• Use hands/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position)
• Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance (Ascend/Descend, Work atop, Traverse)
• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl (Position self (to), Move)
• Talk/hear (Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information)
• See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess)
• Pushing or Pulling
• Repetitive Motion

Hazards and Atmospheric Conditions

• Noise

OSHA Categories

• Category II - Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue, but exposure or potential for exposure may occur

Equipment and Tools

• Phone
• Computer
• File Cabinet
• Fax Machine

Travel

• Local
• In-State

Qualifications

Education

• Currently enrolled in High School, or hold a High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)

Experience

• No experience necessary

Preferred

• Between the ages of 16-24
• Understanding of, and appreciation for the Kenaitze Dena'ina culture, history and traditions
• Knowledge and experience working with cultural diversities
• Ability to work flexible hours, not to exceed 20 hours per week

Special Skills

• Good oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrate ability to manage multiple goals, projects and deadlines
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively
• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite, or obtain training within 90 days of hire
• Conducts business in a service-oriented manner that is attentive, pleasant, respectful and kind when dealing with un'ina, visitors, co-workers and others

This position is a Covered Position subject to all requirements of the Alaska Barrier Crimes Act (ABCA) and to the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act, (ICPA). ABCA and ICPA requirements apply and must be complied with at all times in order to remain in the position.