Welcome to the UAS "Virtual" Summer Job Fair!
Click on a company, agency or organization name to get a brief description of that employer, their contact information, a list of positions they are recruiting for, and a link to their website.
If you have any questions regarding this "virtual" job fair page, or need assistance creating or completing a resume or cover letter, contact Steve Laing, Career Services Specialist, by phone at 796-6368 or by e-mail at steve.laing@uas.alaska.edu.
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Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation^
410 Willoughby Ave., Juneau, AK 99801 Phone 907-465-5296 Fax 907-465-5070
Careers at DEC website: www.dec.state.ak.us/careers/index.htm
Jobs include: environmental scientists, engineers, accountants, information tech, administrative managers, and physical scientists.
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Alaska Department of Fish and Game^
PO Box 115526, Juneau, Alaska 99811-5526 Phone 907-465-2915 Fax 907-465-2604
Website: http://www.adfg.state.ak.us/
ADF&G hires a variety of job positions ranging from seasonal Fish and Wildlife Technicians to full-time Fishery Biologists, Fishery Scientists, Wildlife Biologists, Habitat Biologists, Subsistence Resource Specialists, Biometricians, Geneticists, Analyst/Programmers, Data Processing Managers, Grant Administrators, Boat Officers, Administrative Managers, Administrative Clerks, Accountants, Information Technology Professionals. In addition, ADF&G commonly offers students a variety of internship and job shadow opportunities.
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Alaska Department of Natural Resources^
550 W 7th Avenue, Suite 1260, Anchorage, AK 99510 Phone 907-269-8412 Fax 907-269-8901
Website: www.dnr.state.ak.us
DNR offers career track, seasonal jobs, and student internships in fisheries habitat management; land, water, minerals, oil and gas resource management; fire management and forestry; archaeology and state parks management; agriculture, and GIS mapping and other information technology fields. We provide opportunities to become an active participant in shaping Alaska’s future.
A partial list of positions includes: Analyst/Programmers (includes GIS); Forest Technician series; Geologist series; Habitat Biologist series; Land Surveyor; Natural Resource Technician series – including wildfire management; Natural Resource Specialist series; Natural Resource Manager series; Park Ranger series; Student Intern(s) – varied depending on our needs and student skills and interest.
We are flexible with intern positions and can customize to some degree based on the students interested in positions.
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Alaska Geographic^
Contact: Michelle Warrenchuk, S.E. Retail Sales Manager, 8510 Mendenhall Loop Road, Juneau, AK99801 Phone 907-789-6641 Fax 907-789-6643 E-mail JUNOManager@alaskageographic.org
Website: www.alaskageographic.org
Alaska Geographic is a non-profit organization, founded in 1959, to provide educational services about Alaska’s public lands through our bookstores. We are seeking individuals to assist with retail sales at the Mendenhall Glacier Visitor Center and four other major branch locations; Denali, Skagway, Sitka and Ketchikan.
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Alaska Permanent Fund^
PO Box 115500, Juneau, AK 99811-5500 Phone 907-796-1500 Fax 907-586-2057 E-mail hr@alaskapermfund.com
Website: www.apfc.org
The Alaska Permanent Fund Corporation is offering internships through their investment managers in various cities across the nation, as well as in London, England. Students must be enrolled full-time in a college in Alaska or have graduated within the last 6 months, OR be an Alaska resident enrolled full time in a college out of state or have graduated from an out of state college within the last 6 months.
You should be at least a second semester sophomore to be eligible for an internship. Students majoring in Accounting, Business, CIS/IT, Capital Markets, Economics, Finance, Management or Marketing and related fields are encouraged to visit our internships listing page http://www.apfc.org/internships/Internrecruit.cfm
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Alaska Zipline Adventures^
PO Box 21691 Juneau, AK 99802 Phone 907-321-0947
Fax 623-321-0947
Alaska Zipline Adventures offers Zipline/Canopy Tours through the Tongass National Forest at Eaglecrest Ski Area. We are a genuine eco-tour, and we are making every effort to minimize our impact on the environment. We are continuing to learn more about how to reduce our impact each day. Our tour consists of a series of ziplines and an aerial suspension bridge with beautiful mountain vistas surrounding you. This year, we are building a new treehouse on the last platform of the tour. Learn about the rainforest, and help participants gain their courage to zip from one platform to the next, soaring over the rainforest canopy. We are looking for responsible people who are outgoing, positive, flexible, athletic and have (or can obtain) current First Aid & CPR Training prior to training. Climbing experience is a plus, but full training will be provided. An end of the season bonus is provided to all employees who work until the end of the season.
We are currently hiring for the following positions:
Zipline/Canopy Guides,
Drivers,
Dock Representatives,
Bookkeeper, and
Tour Liason. If you would like to apply for one of these positions, please email your resume and cover letter to
info@alaskazip.com as soon as possible.
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Allen Marine Tours^
PO Box 211609, Auke Bay, AK 99821 Phone 907-789-0081 Fax 907-789-1743
Website: www.allenmarinetours.com
For almost four decades Allen Marine Tours has been the leader in Alaska wildlife and natural history cruises. Our greatest assets are the operational capabilities of our fleet of water-jet propelled vessels combined with the experience and enthusiasm of our highly-trained crews. The positions we have openings in are: Passenger Service Crew Members and Tour Representatives.
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Analytica Environmental Group, Inc.^
5438 Shaune Drive, Juneau, Alaska 99801 Phone 907-780-6668 Fax 907-780-6670
Website: www.analyticagroup.com
Analytica Group Inc. is a private company providing laboratory analysis of environmental samples for a variety of governmental and private clients in SE Alaska.
Positions Available: We are looking for full and part time employees to assist with our busy summer season, with the potential for continued employment. Positions to be filled are for bench chemists and sample shipping/receiving, with additional responsibilities available for motivated individuals. All positions will involve training in EPA/Standard Methods and contract chemical analysis. For more information see our website and follow the employment link or contact Paul Herendeen at 907-780-6668 or pherendeen@analyticagroup.com
To Apply: Please submit a resume with references. Electronic submissions are preferred, but application materials can also be faxed to 907-780-6670 or sent to Analytica Group, 5438 Shaune Drive, Juneau AK 99801.
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City & Borough of Juneau^
155 SE Seward, Juneau, AK 99801 Phone 907-586-5250 Fax 907-586-5392
Website: www.juneau.org
CBJ only accepts applications for positions currently being announced by a Job Announcement. Positions that are announced are open for a minimum of five working days. Each announcement lists the recruitment period and where applications are to be submitted. All applications must be received by 4:30 p.m. (Alaska Time) on the closing date. For a listing of open positions, visit the CBJ website and select the Jobs option on the menu bar.
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Cruise Line Agencies of Alaska^
1330 Eastaugh Way, Suite 4, Juneau, AK 99801 Phone 907-586-1282 Fax 907-463-5011 E-mail ryan@claalaska.com
Website: www.claalaska.com
Juneau Positions for the 2008 Summer Season: Agent Assistants, Office Assistant, Logistics Coordinator, Receptionist. Must be 18 years of age by May 15th and have a current drivers’ license. Must have excellent people skills. Main jobs duties include, but are not limited to the following: Picking up crew members at the ship and transporting them to doctors appointments, the airport, different shops in town; answering phones and e-mails and making doctors appointments or hotel reservations; helping with general duties around the office, including cleaning the company vans, emptying trash, cleaning office daily; picking up ships’ lost luggage at the airport.
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Cruise West^
Ready for a change? Try Cruise West. We're up close, casual, and personal.
Website: www.Cruisewest.com
Cruise West, America's premier small ship cruising company, is now hiring in all locations for the 2008 summer season. We have various positions available in Ketchikan, Petersburg, Juneau, Anchorage, Denali, Fairbanks, and on board each of our vessels. We're looking for outgoing personable people who have a zeal for Alaska and are excited to share their enthusiasm with our guests. Positions include driver/guides, guest service representatives, vessel support representatives, luggage truck drivers, and others. We offer great pay and a great place to work. If you're looking for something different, try Cruise West.
Visit our website to view all of our open positions and job descriptions.
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DIPAC – Macaulay Visitor Center^
2697 Channel Drive, Juneau, AK 99801 Phone 907-463-4810 Fax 907-463-5612
Website: www.dipac.net
Douglas Island Pink & Chum, Inc., (DIPAC) is a private non-profit organization that runs a salmon hatchery and visitor center. DIPAC hires seasonal tour guides and retail workers as well as hatchery technicians.
Dates of Employment: Visitor Center, May – September; Salmon Hatchery, March – September. Positions Available: Tour Guide/Retail Clerks, Hatchery Technicians.
Qualifications: Hard working, friendly, customer service oriented, some public speaking and/or retail experience, and basic knowledge of salmon and/or marine life.
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ERA Helicopters^
6910 N Douglas Hwy, Juneau, AK 99801 Phone 907-586-2030 Fax 907-463-3959
Website: www.flightseeingtours.com
Era Helicopters LLC operates a variety of wondrous flightseeing tours throughout Alaska. Our Juneau base offers spectacular glacier landing tours and a helicopter dog sled adventure. We specialize in providing an Alaskan style adventure like no one else!
We are actively recruiting for the following positions: Tour Host, Bus Escort, Dock Representative, Flight Coordinator, and Driver/Expediter. General Qualifications for all positions: Enrollment in substance screening program; Professional & neat appearance; Excellent customer service skills; Outgoing personality & enthusiastic attitude; Punctuality & dependability; Safe driving record; Ability to interact with large groups of people.
Resumes and applications may be emailed to: mcooney@erahelicopters.com
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Four Seasons Marine Services^
PO Box 211267, Auke Bay, AK 99821 Phone 907-790-6671 Fax 907-790-6672
Website: www.4seasonsmarine.com
At Four Seasons Tours we take passengers from the visiting cruise ships out on our sightseeing vessels for whale watching adventures through scenic Stephens Passage, an area known for an abundance of humpback whales. Some tours include a stop at our day lodge Orca Point, located on Colt Island, where the passengers enjoy a buffet style meal where freshly grilled Alaskan salmon is the main feature. Four Seasons Tours is looking for bright, friendly people for employment as deckhands, naturalists, boat captains, expeditor, vessel dispatcher, and Orca Point Lodge kitchen and wait staff to work for our tour season 2008. Learn boating skills and all about Juneau's wildlife and waterways. Enjoy the variety of activities the city has to offer, kayaking, boating, fishing, rock climbing, hiking, camping, bike riding, and many more. Four Seasons Tours will train you.
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Gastineau Guiding^
1330 Eastaugh Way, Suite 2, Juneau, AK, 99801 Phone 907-586-8231 Fax 907 586-3990
Web Site: www.StepIntoAlaska.com/employment.cfm
Working in the Alaska tourism business is demanding, fast-paced and challenging. Gastineau Guiding provides a diverse and encouraging environment where you can be yourself and enjoy learning nature’s lessons with a fantastic group of individuals. The work is people intensive and requires a responsible individual with an open mind, flexible schedule, positive attitude and a fun spirit. Good communication is expected and a professional attitude and appearance must always be maintained. The desire and ability to share knowledge of the Tongass and the Juneau area is essential. Providing excellent customer service, while offering a safe and enjoyable experience is the basis of the job. It is important to be prepared, consistent and at your best under all circumstances. Below are job descriptions for the positions we are recruiting for in the 2008 season.
Naturalist Guide: Lead groups on interpretive natural, cultural and historical walks, hikes and whale watching tours. Share expertise on all ecosystem types in the Juneau area, including the alpine, sub-alpine, rainforest and coastline. This position offers variety, as you will be guiding on various trails which include the Mt. Roberts Loop Trail, the Rain Forest Trail on North Douglas Island, historic Perseverance Trail, scenic West and East Glacier Trails and possibly others. Drive and operate company vehicles for guided tours, if eligible. CIG certification available through the National Association of Interpretation (see Links).
Nature Center Interpreter/Sales Staff: Present formal and informal interpretive programs through visitor interactions, video & slide shows, and deck talks. Provide current trail information to visitors and assistance to guides. Perform first aid as needed and assure safety on the mountain. Perform specific retail functions based on everyday operations such as working the computer register and credit card machine; answering the phone and visitor questions; stocking, pricing, inventory and other duties as assigned. Guide natural history walks through the alpine ecosystems on the Mt. Roberts Loop Trail as needed.
Dock Representative: Assist with day-to-day tour operations on the docks. Act as the first point of contact for all Gastineau Guiding visitors. Foster sales and settle daily accounting and port-of-call issues with cruise line representatives. Complete daily guide schedule and update database. Carry out other administrative duties as assigned.
Drivers: CDL Class B license required (Will provide training). Experience in local area preferred. Drive a media shuttle for various photography/hiking tours. Knowledge of vehicle maintenance and care a plus. Must be flexible, outgoing and enjoy working with the public.
Maintenance Assistant: Monitor and maintain a vehicle fleet of 16. Responsible for minor repairs, fluid levels, cleaning/detailing and related projects. Assist with Nature Center freight delivery. Clean office facilities as required.
Bookkeeper: Applicants should have experience with A/R and basic accounting functions. Familiarity with MS Access and Quickbooks a plus. Organizational skills, a positive attitude and good customer service skills required. Hours are flexible.
Naturalist Photography Guide: Lead small groups on tours to Juneau’s hot spots while working to improve their photography skills. Responsibilities include everything from instructing guests on how to use their equipment, to explaining the mechanics of the Mendenhall Glacier. Since this tour is conducted on both land and sea, you will be on the water almost daily. The position requires a solid background in photography and strong interpersonal skills. A willingness to train as a naturalist and obtain Coast Guard crew certification is mandatory. Drive and operate company vehicles for guided tours, if eligible. You may be asked to fill in as a Naturalist Guide when needed.
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Discover Alaska Tours/Gray Line of Alaska^
Looking for Driver/Guides, Dispatch Supervisor, Customer Service Representative
Website: www.graylineofalaska.com
Discover Alaska Tours/Gray Line of Alaska, a subsidiary of Holland America Line, was Alaska's first tour company and has been the leader for 56 years. The company operates in eight different cities across Alaska and the Yukon Territory of Canada. We offer exciting summer jobs in Anchorage, Denali National Park, Fairbanks, Skagway, Juneau, Ketchikan, Whitehorse, and Dawson City.
While exploring some of the world's most magnificent and unspoiled country, we offer our guests and employees an experience that is truly unmatched. Join our team in Alaska as a Driver Guide, Tour Director, McKinley Explorer Train Car staff, Customer Sales and Service Host, Yukon Queen crew or Gold Dredge No. 8 staff. Competitive wages, seasonal bonus for all positions, and free cruise after two summers of seasonal work. Job descriptions and applications are available online at the website listed above. You'll find the employment link at the bottom of the page.
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Icy Strait Point^
Juneau Office Phone 907-523-3679 Fax 907-789-8001
Website: www.icystraitpoint.com
Welcome to the Real Alaska. Down the road from Alaska’s largest Tlingit village exists a uniquely Alaskan place — lcy Strait Point. It’s just 22 miles southeast of Glacier Bay National Park and it’s the only wilderness port in Alaska. The area has been the homeland to the Huna Tlingit Natives for thousands of years. It’s beauty, grandeur, history and people offer visitors a glimpse into the real Alaska.
Looking to fill the following positions: Cooks, Wait staff, Fish Processor, Zip-rider Operator, CDL Bus Driver, Charter Boat Captain, Cooking class hosts, Guides, Security, Cleaning staff, Maintenance staff, Tlingit Cultural Theater, Actors/Dancers , Dock Reps, Retail Sales Reps.
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Juneau Job Center/Alaska Department of Labor & Workforce Development^
10002 Glacier Highway, Juneau, AK 99801 Phone 907-465-5545 Fax 907-465-5549
Website: www.labor.state.ak.us
The Juneau Job Center offers guidance and counseling to help you to explore your career interests, select a new career, find a new job, and locate suitable education or training opportunities. It also offers assistance with resume writing and learning effective job search techniques. Utilize the Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development's ALEXsys program, a powerful online job seeker/workforce services system that enables you to conduct a job search in your area, or elsewhere in the state of Alaska.
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Juneau Youth Services^
Address: PO BOX 32839, Juneau, AK 99803 Phone 907-523-6502 Fax 907-789-8401
Website: www.jys.org
Juneau Youth Services (JYS) is a comprehensive behavioral health provider for children and youth, and their families. We began operations in 1961 and currently provide a full array of emergency, residential, and community-based programs, including both mental health and chemical dependency services. Our overall admission philosophy at JYS is to provide individualized, wraparound services to children and families that are strengths-based, and provided in the most normative (least restrictive) settings. Positions include Youth Care Workers, and Mental Health Clinician.
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Mt. Roberts Tramway^
490 S. Franklin Street, Juneau, AK 99801 Phone 907-463-3412 Fax 907-463-5095
Website: www.goldbelttours.com
Soar to new heights in scenic adventure aboard the Mount Roberts Tramway, Juneau's top attraction, and help our guests experience the best of Southeast Alaska. Once at the top, visitors enjoy the amenities of our multi-million dollar mountain complex. The Mountain House (Shaa Hit) is nestled among towering Sitka Spruce trees on the edge of the grasses and wildflowers of the sub-alpine. The complex houses the Chilkat Theater, Raven Eagle Gifts, the Timberline Bar & Grill (with optional outside dining) and offers access to The Nature Center, an eagle exhibit and the extensive Mount Roberts improved trail system. Visitors are introduced to the Tlingit culture through the award winning film Seeing Daylight, shown every half hour in the Chilkat Theater. There are also frequent theater performances by a local Tlingit actor sharing the story of his clan's origin. Native artists are often featured in the complex working on wood, fossilized ivory or silver carvings, making dolls, sewing garments, beading or creating large totem poles out of cedar logs.
For the 2008 season, we are recruiting for the following positions: Ticket Agents, Hosts, Retails Clerks, Stocker, Janitor, Tram Operations Supervisor, Tram Operator, Cabin Car Conductor, Restaurant Floor Supervisor, Bartender, Server, Host/Busser, Lead Line Cook, Line Cook, Prep Cook, Dishwasher, and Barista.
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Northstar Trekking^
1910 Renshaw Way, Juneau, AK 99801 Phone 907-790-4530 Fax 907-790-4419
Website: www.northstartrekking.com
NorthStar Trekking is looking for energetic and enthusiastic people
to join our team for the summer season. We work hard to make our
trips the best that they can be for our customers, but we also have a lot
of fun and get to meet great people from all over the world. If you are interested
in applying you can view our job descriptions and download an application from our website.
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Once In a Blue Moose^
219 S. Franklin, Juneau, AK 99801 Phone 907-463-4311 Fax 907-463-4312
Website: www.onceinabluemoose.com
Join the crew of Once in a Blue Moose, our gift shop in the Juneau historic downtown district. We are looking for energetic and enthusiastic retail sales clerks. Both full and part-time positions available. Seasonal positions May through September.
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REACH, Inc.^
213 Third Street; Juneau, AK 99801 Phone 907-586-8228 Fax 907-586-8226
Website: www.reachak.org
For the past 30 years, the mission of REACH, Inc has remained the same: to promote choice and well being for people with disabilities. People with disabilities can make great contributions to our communities, and REACH, Inc provides a full range of services and opportunities for clients to help them reach their personal goals, and improve their quality of life.
Positions Available: There are many part-time and full-time positions available throughout REACH, Inc; serving numerous clients throughout the busy summer season. Positions include DIRECT SERVICE PROFESSIONALS, ASSISTED LIVING/24 HOUR CARE, RESPITE PROVIDERS, CUSTODIANS, etc. For those choosing to pursue a career in Direct Service, there is excellent potential for continued, year around employment, personal growth and advancement opportunities.
To Apply: Obtain Agency application and Job Announcement(s) online; or @ 213 Third Street; Juneau. Submit completed application and resume online, or mail or fax to: Human Resources Manager, REACH, Inc; 213 Third Street; Juneau, AK 99801 (Fax 907-586-8226)
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SAGA - Southeast Alaska Guidance Association^
9397 LaPerouse, Juneau, AK 99801 Phone 907-789-6172
Website: www.servealaska.org/
SAGA is a non-profit organization meeting the needs of the people, communities, and lands of Alaska. Originally founded to fill the void left when the Youth and Young Adult Conservation Corps closed, SAGA has continued the tradition of serving its members by offering opportunities to serve communities throughout Alaska.
We are currently hiring for: Part-time Facilitators for our experiential education program (EVC), in Juneau; and AmeriCorps Crew Members and Field Educators for our conservation corps program (SAYC/ASC) crews who travel around the entire state.
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State of Alaska, Dept. of Administration, Div. of Personnel & Labor Relations^
PO Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811 Phone 907-465-4432 Fax 907-465-2576
Website: www.workplace.alaska.gov
The State of Alaska provides many opportunities for employees to develop new skills and take on new challenges. State employees can build a career with a single operating agency, or have the mobility to move between agencies, therefore greatly expanding their job options. Career opportunities exist virtually in any field of interest, with plenty of room for career growth. Some of the career fields available include: Information Technology, Natural Resources, Law and Law Enforcement, Financial Management, Marine Transportation, Human Resources, Health Care, Engineering, Education.
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TEMSCO Helicopters, Inc.^
“Alaska’s original glacier helicopter tour company, celebrating 50 years of aviation in Alaska.”
1650 Maplesden Way, Juneau, AK 99801 Phone 907-789-9501, ext. 201 for reception Fax 907-789-7989
Website: www.temscoair.com
Tour Attendants: Entry-level position where most first year employees will begin working. Stationed at helicopter base, main responsibilities include greeting passengers, outfitting them with boots, presentation of safety information, assisting passengers on and off helicopters.
All Purpose: Duties are varied, depending on need, but may include working as a Tour Attendant, Bus Representative, Bus Coordinator, Expeditor, Receptionist and Glacier Guide Assistant. Must have current CPR/Basic First Aid cards to qualify for glacier work.
Dock Representatives: Prior experience with TEMSCO Helicopters, Inc. or other tour operator necessary. Work on the docks downtown as a coordinator between ship sales staff and TEMSCO base.
Reception: Working at heliport taking reservations, answering phones, faxes, data entry, occasional loading of passengers into aircraft and/or van runs. Collect payment, manifest walk-in customers and keep expeditor schedule updated. This position requires organization and the ability to handle many tasks at one time.
Flight Followers: Prior experience with TEMSCO Helicopters, Inc. or with radio communication required. Responsibilities include but not limited to: flight following, coordination of communication between all sites of operation, data entry and precise record keeping.
Glacier Guide: Responsible for supervising guest’s activities while on the ice which may include a presentation of basic glacier information. This position will assist the lead guide in all areas of the glacier operation. Majority of time is spent out in the elements. Must have current CPR and First Aid cards or currently in the process of obtaining them.
Expeditor: Will transport passengers, bus reps, and dock reps to and from the heliport. Must be courteous, prompt and have a safe and current driving record. Should also be familiar with Juneau area. Will be responsible for daily upkeep and fueling of vans.
Lead Tour Attendant & Ramp Supervisor: (2 positions) Daily supervision of all tour attendants, works closely with management, must be familiar with all aspects of the tour operation process at base and is prepared to fill in when needed. Good communication skills a must.
Bus Representatives: Should be friendly and outgoing and enthusiastic. Assist our dock reps with loading passengers onto buses, collect all information from them for aircraft manifests and in general give our guests a warm welcome both to Juneau and TEMSCO Helicopters, Inc.
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Trail Mix, Inc.^
P.O. Box 35693, Juneau, AK 99803-5693 Phone 907-790-6406 Cell 907-723-6406 Fax 907-790-2549
Website: www.juneautrails.org
We will be hiring 8 to 10 trail crew workers this summer; two of those positions will be supervisory foremen.
Our major project this summer is the $1.3 million Auke Lake Trail, which will run from UAS to Goat Hill. Other projects include the Dan Moller Trail, Windfall Lake Trail, Perseverance Trail, Amalga Meadows, and Mt. Roberts Trail. For more information, visit the website listed above.
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Wings Airways/Taku Glacier Lodge^
2 Marine Way, Suite 175, Juneau, AK 99801 Phone 907-586-6275 Fax 907-586-6276
Website: www.wingsairways.com
Wings Airways in Juneau, Alaska, specializes in two unique floatplane tours crafted to reveal to our guests the best this region has to offer. We provide safe, professional, "once in a life time" adventures for any age. We are currently recruiting for the following positions: Customer Service Ambassadors, and Ramp Service Agents.
