Top 32 Forestry Jobs in Alaska

Individual Placement-Alaska- Education and Interpretation
Student Conservation Association, Inc —Gustavus, AK
- Full-time
- Public speaking
- Driver's License
- Working with children
Forestry and Fuels Manager
Chugachmiut —Anchorage, AK
- Full-time
- Sales
- 5 years
- Bachelor of Science
2d
Forester 4 - Area Forester Southern Southeast (PCN 10-9245)
State of Alaska —Juneau, AK
- $6,612.80 a month
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- CDL
Land and Resources Specialist
Chugach Alaska Corporation —Anchorage, AK
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Computer literacy
- Bachelor of Science
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Forester 4 - Area Forester Southern Southeast
State of Alaska —Alaska
- $6,612.80 a month
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Office
- CDL
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
Forester 4 - Tok Area Forester
State of Alaska —Alaska
- $6,612.80 - $6,811.20 a month
- Full-time
- Sales
- Computer literacy
- Office
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
14d
Lands Specialist
Kikiktagruk Inupiat Corporation —Kotzebue, AK
- Extended hours
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
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Wildlife Biologist 3 (PCN 112050)
State of Alaska —Fairbanks, AK
- $5,614.50 a month
- Full-time
- Office
- Analysis skills
- Driver's License
10d
Wild Land Firefighter Type II Crew Member
Tanana Chiefs Conference —Fairbanks, AK
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Ability to walk for extended periods
Forester 2/3 Resource Forester Southern Southeast Area
State of Alaska —Alaska
- $4,593 - $5,292 a month
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Master's degree
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
14d
Forester 1/2/3 - Resource Forester Northern Southeast Area (PCN 10-9906)
State of Alaska —Haines, AK
- $3,999 - $5,292 a month
- Extended hours
- Mid-level
- Office
- Master's degree
10d
Wildlife Biologist 3
State of Alaska —Fairbanks, AK
- $5,614.50 a month
- Full-time
- Office
- Analysis skills
- Driver's License
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
10d
Natural Resource Specialist 2
State of Alaska —Anchorage, AK
- $30.62 an hour
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- English
- Office
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
9d
LRAM Vegetation Management Technician – Summer Hand Crew Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska
Colorado State University —Anchorage, AK
- $22 - $30 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- English
Superintendent
CHUGACHMIUT —Kenai, AK
- Seasonal
- Customer service
- Recruiting
- Organizational skills
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Crewmember FFT2- Yukon Fire Crew
Chugachmiut —Kenai, AK
- $18.75 - $21.88 an hour
- Extended hours
- Customer service
- Travel
- Ability to sit for extended periods
Crewmember FFT2- Denali Suppression Module
Chugachmiut —Kenai, AK
- $18.75 - $21.88 an hour
- Extended hours
- Customer service
- Travel
- Ability to sit for extended periods
LRAM Vegetation Management Technician – Summer Hand Crew
Colorado State University —Fairbanks, AK
- $22 - $30 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- English
Forester 1/2 Flex - Stewardship Forester
State of Alaska —Homer, AK
- $26.66 - $30.62 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Master's degree
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
4d
Assistant Superintendent
CHUGACHMIUT —Kenai, AK
- Seasonal
- Customer service
- Recruiting
- Organizational skills
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Quick Apply

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Individual Placement-Alaska- Education and Interpretation

Student Conservation Association, Inc -
Gustavus, AK

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Job Details

Full-time

Benefits

Housing allowance
Paid housing

Qualifications

Outdoor work experience
Customer inquiry handling
Driver's License

Full Job Description

Position Summary

Placements in this role assist with youth programs, visitor engagement, and educational outreach. Through hands-on work with park staff, you'll gain experience in interpretation, education, communication, and digital media, all while helping foster stewardship and appreciation for public lands. You'll also have opportunities to build confidence working with diverse audiences and to develop practical skills that translate directly into careers in parks, education, and public service. This position offers a meaningful chance to contribute to the mission of the National Park Service while learning in a truly unique setting.

Location

Bartlett Cove, AK

Schedule

July 20, 2026 - November 7, 2026

Key Duties and Responsibilities

. Help visitors plan their park experience and provide information about park features, resources, and safety.

. Engage visitors in ways that encourage personal connections to the park's stories, places, and values.

. Support interpretive and educational programming that promotes stewardship and inspires learning.

. Assist rangers with youth programs, including preparation, facilitation, and logistical support.

. Help ensure youth and education programs run smoothly,

. Support pre-visit tasks such as mail-outs, testing virtual connections, maintaining records, and recording educational demonstrations.

. Assist with developing and presenting educational content for youth and general audiences.

. Respond to student inquiries by email and letter.

. Update and maintain student outreach materials and support planning for summer day-camp activities.

. Participate in community outreach activities, including tabling events, Berry Picking Day, and Fishing Day.

. May provide interpretive talks or programs onboard cruise ships, helping visitors gain a deeper understanding of park resources while traveling through the area.

. Work schedules may include early-morning start times, especially during peak summer activity. Sometimes as early as 5am.

What You Will Gain

Practical experience in interpretation, education, and public engagement.

Training and mentorship from experienced park staff.

Opportunities to build skills in public speaking, youth programming, and visitor communication.

Experience working with diverse audiences, from local youth to international visitors.

Exposure to digital media tools, including web and social media content creation.

The chance to work in one of America's most unique natural environments while contributing to meaningful visitor experiences.

Marginal Duties

Media and Digital Engagement Responsibilities

Contribute writing, photography, or videography for the park's social media channels.

Assist in maintaining, editing, and creating education content for the park's website (nps.gov) and the NPS Mobile App.

Organize and catalog photos and videos in the park's media archive

Required Qualifications

. Interest in working outdoors

. Willingness to work with children 3-16 years old

. Driver's license

Preferred Qualifications

. Experience working with young people

. Experience in assisting with, developing or leading conservation education programs or closely related programs.

. Educational study in related topics including Environmental Science, Conservation, Forestry, Natural History, Biology, or Education.

Hours

40 per week

Living Accommodations

Private or shared room (depending on availability) in park housing, located in Bartlett Cove, Alaska with a shared kitchen. There is no cell phone service in Bartlett Cove, but housing does have internet included.

There is a small grocery store in the nearby town of Gustavus, Alaska. There are some open restaurants in the summer, but very few local amenities. Park staff will work with you to ensure you are fully prepared to live in this remote area.

Compensation

$600/week living allowance

$1,600 one-time roundtrip travel stipend

$500 duty-related reimbursements for gear and training stipend

Housing provided

All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes.

Personal Vehicle Information

Not needed

Additional Benefits

AmeriCorps: Not Eligible

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Student Conservation Association, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The SCA strives to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all staff members and is committed to maintaining a work atmosphere where lifestyles may grow personally and professionally.

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