Community Pantry Assistant

Not a remote or hybrid position. This role requires 100% onsite work in Cordova, Alaska.

• The Native Village of Eyak (NVE) is a federally recognized Tribal government based in Cordova, Alaska—a remote, roadless community nestled between the eastern Chugach Mountains and the waters of Prince William Sound.
• Our ancestral homelands have long served as a traditional gathering place for the Eyak, Aleut, Tlingit, and Athabascan peoples and span more than 55 million acres of land and sea, encompassing the Copper River Delta and the Northern Gulf of Alaska. This territory reflects the deep, enduring connection our people have to the land and waters that have sustained us for generations.
• NVE is governed by a seven-member elected Council, which upholds our Constitution and Bylaws. The Council provides strategic leadership and direction to the Administrative Executive Director and Health Executive Director to implement projects and programs in alignment with a strategic plan.
• The Ilanka Community Health Center is a primary care outpatient clinic serving the Cordova community. As both an Indian Health Service facility and a Community Health Center, Ilanka offers affordable, high-quality care through contract health services and sliding fee scales. In addition to medical services, Ilanka also provides behavioral health support.
• Mission:
  Dedicated to exercising our sovereignty to enhance the well‑being of our people, culture, and homelands.
• Vision:
  To cultivate a resilient and thriving community where our people are healthy and empowered, our culture is alive, and we honor our lands and waters. Through our relationships, education, healing, and leadership, we uphold our sovereignty and empower current and future generations to sustain our way of life.
• Traditional Values:
  God, Loyalty, Humor, Cooperation, Teaching, Cultural Pride, Sharing, Discipline, Language, Respect
• Most positions require or strongly prefer on‑site work in Cordova to ensure the highest quality of services for our Tribal Members. Remote work may be considered on a case‑by‑case basis, depending on the nature of the role, and may require regular travel to Cordova.
• NVE is an e‑Verify employer and encourages all qualified applicants to apply.
• In accordance with P.L. 93‑638, preference in hiring practices are given to Alaska Native, American Indian, and Native American applicants.
• We are committed to equity, access, and inclusion in our hiring process. If you need assistance applying, please contact our HR team at HR@eyak‑nsn.gov

Work Location: 100% onsite in Cordova, AK. Remote/hybrid work not available for this position.

Salary Grade: Grade 6 (starting at $25.23 per hour DOE)

Reports To: Food Sovereignty Manager

Schedule: 25 hours per week

FLSA Status: Hourly & Eligible for Overtime Pay

In accordance with P.L. 93‑638, preference in hiring practices are given to Alaska Native, American Indian, and Native American applicants. Hiring preference for NVE Tribal members is in effect for this position

This position supports the daily operations of NVE’s food assistance programs, including FDPIR and TEFAP. The position assists participants with accessing food assistance, maintains program inventory and records, receives and organizes food shipments, prepares food orders, and assists with monthly distributions and deliveries. This position serves as a primary point of contact for community members accessing the pantry and is expected to provide welcoming, respectful, confidential, and consistent service.

• Welcome and assist individuals and families accessing the Community Pantry.
• Assist participants with program applications, required documentation, appointments, and general program questions.
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