Alaska Youth Stewards; AYS Program Coordinator

Alaska Youth Steward (AYS) Program Coordinator Position Summary

The Alaska Youth Stewards (AYS) Program Coordinator is responsible for planning, implementing, and supervising YTT’s AYS program while supporting year‑round Tribal Conservation District objectives and long‑term stewardship capacity. During the AYS season (June–August), this position serves as the primary supervisor and safety lead for youth crew members, ensuring a structured, trauma‑informed, and culturally grounded work experience. Outside of the AYS season, the role focuses on program development, documentation, coordination, and capacity‑building work aligned with the long‑term stewardship strategy of Yakutat Tlingit Tribe, Yak‑Tat Kwaan Inc.,

and the City & Borough of Yakutat, helping build a sustainable youth‑to‑workforce pipeline and strengthening YTT’s environmental and conservation infrastructure in alignment with regional and national Conservation District standards.

• Serve as direct supervisor and Crew Lead for AYS Crew Members.
• Plan and manage daily and weekly work schedules, balancing field and office activities.
• Enforce all safety standards, PPE use, vehicle protocols, and field procedures.
• Conduct daily safety briefings, check‑ins, and end‑of‑day debriefs.
• Ensure youth work remains supervised, age‑appropriate, and within approved scope.
• Implement trauma‑informed practices, including predictable routines and gradual increases in responsibility.
• Coordinate with Environmental, Cultural Heritage, and partner agencies (e.g., USFS, NPS, CBY).
• Facilitate cultural learning opportunities in coordination with appropriate staff and knowledge holders.
• Track attendance, performance, and progress; provide coaching and documentation as needed.
• Lead midpoint and end‑of‑season evaluations for youth crew members.
• Oversee completion of the AYS Monitoring Summary and required reporting.
• Support Tribal Conservation District Network (TCDN) objectives, including:
  • program documentation
  • onboarding materials
  • SOP refinement
  • reporting and compliance support
• Maintain and update AYS program manuals, calendars, and training materials.
• Assist with planning and coordination for future AYS seasons.
• Support integration of youth pathways with Indigenous Guardians, Environmental programs, and Culture Camp.
• Assist with data organization, documentation, and reporting aligned with TCDN expectations.
• Coordinate with Tribal Operations and Environmental leadership on capacity‑building initiatives.
• Participate in regional TCD training, meetings, or technical assistance activities as appropriate.
• Contribute to grant planning, workplans, and funding alignment related to youth stewardship and conservation capacity.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:

• Basic technical and digital literacy, including use of Microsoft 365 and other tools for documentation, scheduling, and communication.
• Professional judgment and accountability, including the ability to exercise stop‑work authority and to escalate concerns appropriately.
• Safety practices and risk management in outdoor or operational environments.
• Cultural respect, professionalism, and Tribal values.
• Yakutat, Yaakwdaat Tlingit culture, or Southeast Alaska ecosystems.
• Tribal Conservation Districts or TCD Network programs.
• Youth workforce or internship programs.
• Customer service principles.

Skills in:

• Time management and prioritizing and organizing work.
• Problem solving.
• Interpersonal relations and customer service.

• Youth supervision and mentorship skills (or a desire to learn), including the ability to set clear expectations, provide coaching, and support youth development in a work setting.
• Strong safety awareness and risk management ability, particularly in outdoor, field‑based, or operational environments.
• Program coordination and organizational skills, with the ability to manage schedules, documentation, and multiple priorities across seasonal workflows.
• Trauma‑informed and culturally respectful leadership, including the ability to create predictable routines, respond appropriately to youth needs, and model professionalism.
• Field readiness and adaptability, including comfort working outdoors in…