Job Description

Description:

Sheet’ká Rainforest Park is seeking knowledgeable Cultural Consultants to support Indigenous programming on a part-time, on-call basis. There are multiple positions available to support a variety of program areas based on your knowledge set including; cultural training for staff, support in the development of interpretive signage, and development of cultural content and activities. The ideal candidate brings deep understanding of Tlingit culture especially Sheet’ká Kwáan and excels at teaching, guiding, and supporting others in cultural awareness, storytelling, and respectful engagement.

About Us

Sheet’ká Rainforest Park is a cultural and natural destination that celebrates the beauty of Southeast Alaska and honors the heritage of the Tlingít people. Home to immersive experiences like Treetop Adventure Tours and Salmon Tales, our mission is to provide visitors with authentic connections to the land, the community, and the stories that make Sitka unique through guided tours, cultural programs, high-quality food and exceptional hospitality.

Key Responsibilities

Support for Staff Training

• Work with management to develop and lead cultural orientation for all staff at the start of the season.
• Offer guidance on key topics such as:

• Tlingit history, values, and protocols
• Oral history, clan structure, traditional values
• Traditional art forms
• Subsistence foods and practices.
• Local place-based knowledge
• Cultural sensitivity and respectful guest interaction
• Participate in ongoing summer training sessions to reinforce knowledge, answer questions, and support staff growth.
• Offer guidance to staff on integrating accurate cultural context into guest conversations, tours, and daily operations.
• Collaborate with Elders, culture bearers, and community partners when appropriate.
• Uphold cultural accuracy, respect, and alignment with traditional values across all training activities.
• Model professionalism and traditional values for all staff.

Indigenous Programs

• Support efforts to integrate Indigenous culture and values across Shee Atiká’s family of companies
• Support programming that focuses on cultural revitalization and Indigenous knowledge sharing.
• Review and provide feedback on interpretive materials and cultural content.
• Serve as a cultural resource when questions or cultural situations arise.

General Responsibilities

• Participate in staff meetings and professional development opportunities as appropriate.
• Maintain professional communication with Sheet’ká Rainforest Park and Shee Atiká staff.
• Support a positive and culturally grounded workplace culture.

Minimum Candidate Requirements

Candidate must be able to work for any employer in the United States without work sponsorship.

Candidate must have experience with the following:

• Experience in cultural interpretation, tourism, education, or community programming.
• Familiarity with Southeast Alaska ecology and salmon traditions.
• Strong communication and cultural storytelling abilities.
• Passion for cultural revitalization and knowledge sharing
• Tlingít or other Alaska Native language skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with Elders, culture bearers, and diverse staff teams.
• Commitment to cultural authenticity, respectful representation, and ongoing learning.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions as needed.

Desired skills, knowledge, and experience

• Lived experience as a Tlingit or Alaska Native person.

About Shee Atika Incorporated (SAI)

Shee Atiká, Incorporated (SAI) is an Alaska Native Corporation headquartered in Sitka, Alaska. We are proud stewards of our heritage and committed to creating sustainable economic opportunities for our shareholders. SAI maintains an outstanding work environment that includes competitive compensation, outstanding benefits, and challenging work assignments with opportunities for advancement/career growth. To be considered for employment opportunities you must complete an online application.

Our Mission

We deliver meaningful value to our shareholders, people, partners and customers.

Our Values

We are open, honest, and trustworthy

We respect all beliefs and perspectives

We work together as one team

We are committed to excellence in all that we do

We are responsible and accountable for our actions

Our Vision

Our people thrive, prosper and are self-sustaining. We inspire and hold each other up through meaningful connections to our land, ocean, traditions and heritage.

Work Environment

This is an in-person position in an office environment. Requires ability to provide clear, concise, accurate and timely communication, both verbally and in writing (100%). Requires ability to interact professionally with co-workers, management, and client (100%). Occasional business travel may be required. Only requested and approved expenses will be covered by SAI.

Accessibility
Shee Atika Incorporated (SAI) is committed to expanding access to employment for people with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, and your disability prevents you from applying, please advise what reasonable accommodation SAI can provide to assist you in applying for one of our open positions. You may contact us by sending an email to SGS-HR@sheeatika.gov.com

Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation for applying for a specific posted position will be responded to. Requests will be kept confidential and shared strictly on a need-to-know basis.

Please be aware, scammers may try to impersonate our company by reaching out regarding job opportunities. We will never ask you for bank account information, checks, or other sensitive information as part of our hiring process. If you’re unsure, please email SGS-HR@sheeatika.gov.com with questions.

The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

EEO Statement

SAI is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action-Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or protected veteran status. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

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Shareholder Hire

SAI accords a hiring preference to qualified shareholders of its parent corporation, Shee Atiká Incorporated, an Alaska Native corporation, in accordance with and in implementation of applicable law, including without limitation 43 U.S.C. §1626(g).

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