Below are current job openings. Complete an application and turn into the Chilkat Indian Village office. Requests for applications can be made to klukwan@chilkat-nsn.gov
As of August 25, 2023 – the following positions are open:
Lingít Language/Cultural Coordinator
Post Date: August 25th, 2023
Department: Education
Hours: 20-30 hours per week
Wages & Benefits: $20-$25 an hour DOE
Start Date: September 2023
Role:
- To increase Lingít language opportunities and resources for the community of Klukwan
- To collaborate with JKHC, Klukwan Library, Klukwan School staff, and other organizations in the planning and development of a Klukwan community Lingít language program
Requirements:
- Intermediate level of Lingít language knowledge and experience (preferred minimum, can be beginner level with requisite experience).
- Commitment to strengthen language and cultural traditions in Klukwan
- Ability to work as a team member
- Computer and design skills to develop informational posters, videos, and other media print & digital resources.
Responsibilities:
- Report to the Chilkat Indian Village Council and Tribal Administrator
- Collaborate with partners: JKHC, Klukwan Library, Klukwan School to
- Integrate language learning opportunities into existing programs
- Create and revise language resources, for families, programs, and to create a robust language and culture resource page on the CIV website & server
- Meet regularly as part of the Klukwan language team and with elders, Lingít speakers, and other community members for
- Strategic planning
- Language and culture program development for students, families, and community members
- Program implementation
- Program feedback sessions
- Compiling and analyzing past survey data
- Developing and administering new or revised language and culture surveys
- Facilitate singing & drumming gatherings, and other cultural activities
- Document/organize/publish language learning materials and data to the CIV server