ANSEP Summer Academy Program Coordinator; Temporary

At ANSEP, we are dedicated to transforming education and career pathways for all students, with a special focus on supporting Indigenous Alaska students. Our mission is to increase representation of Indigenous people in STEM and other high-demand fields through a model that begins in middle school and continues through graduate school and into the workforce. Working at ANSEP means joining a team committed to excellence and opportunity – where we empower students to achieve their full potential and create lasting change for Alaska and beyond.

Our ANSEP Acceleration Academy is a dual enrollment program on the University of Alaska Anchorage campus that supports 9th‑12th grade students who are working to earn college credits before they graduate from high school. The Summer Acceleration Academy is a five‑week residential program that brings together high school students from across the state to earn college credits, participate in guided study sessions and extracurricular activities.

The position will not begin until May 2026 and will run through early July 2026.

• Supervise students and coordinate community building experiences.
• Respond to incidents, accidents, and potential emergencies and provide risk management duties.
• Coordinate program logistics and work closely with the Summer Program Manager, Summer Dorm Supervisor and program leadership to meet students’ educational and extracurricular needs.
• Work a varied schedule: day, evening and weekend shifts.
• Interpret and apply policies and respond in emergency situations while maintaining Title IX compliance and completing annual training.
• Provide academic support, tutoring and time‑management coaching to students.

• Some college coursework or equivalent experience of 2‑3 years progressively responsible experience related to student or high‑school‑aged programs.
• Current CPR with AED/First Aid certification preferred; experience working in a camp or student summer program.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, conflict resolution and behavior management skills; experience in a residential setting.
• Strong student supervision skills, ability to establish and maintain professional boundaries with students, and proficiency in providing academic support.
• Must be at least 21 years old, have a valid Alaska driver license, and at least three years of driving experience to meet University of Alaska driver requirements.
• Ability to lift or move up to 30 lbs with or without reasonable accommodation.

This position is located on the UAA campus in Anchorage. This is a full‑time, non‑exempt temporary staff position. New hires will be placed on the UA Temporary Staff Salary Schedule, Grade 78 based on education and experience.

• Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until successful candidates have been identified.
• Please attach a resume, cover letter, and the names and contact information for three (3) professional references with your application.
• This position requires driving an ANSEP vehicle. A valid AK driver’s license and clean driving record in compliance with UA Safe Driving Criteria are required.
• Must be 21 years or older to apply.

☎️If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact ANSEP HR Manager, Cate Weist at caweist.

University of Alaska (UA) is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution. The University is committed to a policy of non‑discrimination against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status.

The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.