Youth Program Assistant

Position Announcement

Job Title:                     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: A welcoming and inclusive workplace that prioritizes staff members’ professional development, health, and overall well-being. This is a full-time, 32-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: 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.

Visit www.chickaloon-nsn.gov/employ and select the job link to apply. Open until filled. Contact Human Resources at (907) 745-0749 or [email protected] with any questions.