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 that supports 9th-12th grade students who are working to earn college credits before they graduate from high school. This position is based at our newly launched Nome campus.
Are you passionate about fostering student success and contributing to a dynamic educational environment? Join the ANSEP (Alaska Native Science & Engineering Program) team as a Program Assistant and play a crucial role in empowering the next generation. This temporary position is ideal for an individual who excels in a structured setting, enjoys direct student interaction, and is committed to promoting a safe and effective learning atmosphere.
The Program Assistant plays a crucial role in supporting ANSEP's mission by directly assisting students and contributing to the smooth operation of program activities. This position involves direct student supervision, academic support, logistical coordination, and ensuring a safe and engaging learning environment. Program Assistants are integral to fostering student success and achieving ANSEP's overarching goals.
To truly thrive as an ANSEP Program Assistant, you need a balanced mix of strong organizational skills, adaptability, and a genuine interest in supporting youth. This role is active and hands-on; you will be managing day-to-day logistics like tracking student attendance and prepping activity supplies, all while keeping a close eye on student safety and making sure university policies are followed. Because you are working directly with students, having clear communication skills and the ability to maintain professional boundaries is essential to keeping the environment positive and secure.
Thriving here also requires flexibility and a team-first mindset. You will need to be comfortable working occasional evenings and weekends, and even staying in the UAA dorms a few times a year to help supervise our statewide events. Finally, you must be comfortable driving a 15-passenger van to transport students safely if needed, which means managing their behavior on the road and strictly following safety guidelines.
SCHEDULE: While this role will normally follow a standard 9-month academic calendar (August through May), this year requires an early start in mid-July 2026 to help support site setup and launch preparations. Following this initial setup phase, the role will transition into the standard academic schedule running through May 2027. Please note that because the position aligns with the school calendar, it includes scheduled, unpaid time off during standard school holidays and term breaks.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Some college coursework in a STEM or education field and one to two years progressively responsible experience related to school aged children, or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Teaching certification preferred.
- Current CPR with AED/First Aid certification preferred.
- Position requires driving an ANSEP vehicle. Applicant must be 21 and older to apply and have a valid AK driver's license with three years of a driving record on a valid driver's license.
- Must be able to lift or move 25 to 50lbs with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Experience working with rural and/or Indigenous Alaska populations preferred.
Position Details:
This position is located on the UA campus in Nome. This is a temporary full-time, 9 month, hourly staff position. New hires will be placed on the UA Temporary Staff Salary Schedule, Grade 77, with a 34% geo-differential based on education and experience.
This is a pooled position and applications are reviewed as needed. Submission of an application does not guarantee review or a job offer.
This positions main support is for the standard academic year (August through May). However, the schedule may vary depending on the needs of the program.
Please attach a resume, cover letter, and the names and contact information for three (3) professional references with your application.
- ️If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Cate Weist, ANSEP HR Manager, at [email protected].
- To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.
The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the ADA team at [email protected].
The University of Alaska (www.alaska.edu) is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution. The University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination (www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination) 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.
Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.
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Access to the reports is available at:
UAA: (Addresses Anchorage campus, Aviation Technology Complex, JBER - Elmendorf Extension, JBER - Richardson Extension, Kenai Peninsula College - Kachemak Bay campus, Kenai Peninsula College - Kenai River campus, Kodiak College, Kodiak High School Extension, Matanuska-Susitna College, Prince William Sound College, and Prince William Sound College - Cordova Extension) Online: https://www.uaa.alaska.edu/students/safety. Request a paper copy in person: UAA Police Department Office at Room 114 of Eugene Short Hall on the Anchorage campus / UAA Dean of Students Office at Room 122 of Rasmuson Hall on the Anchorage campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-786-1120 or [email protected] / 907-786-1214 or [email protected].
UAF: (Addresses Fairbanks Campus, Bristol Bay Campus, Chukchi Campus, Community and Technical College, Kasitsna Bay Campus, Seward Marine Center, Tok Campus, Kuskokwim Campus, and Northwest Campus) Online: https://www.uaf.edu/orca/files/ASFSR.pdf. Request a paper copy in person: UAF Office of Rights, Compliance and Accountability on the 3rd Floor of Constitution Hall. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-474-7300 or [email protected].
UAS: (Addresses the Juneau Auke Bay Campus, Juneau Technical Education Center, Sitka Campus, & Ketchikan Campus) Online: https://uas.alaska.edu/equity-and-compliance/docs/clery/UAS_ASFSR.pdf. Request a paper copy in person: Hendrickson Building, Suite 202 on the Juneau campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-796-6371 or emailing [email protected].
