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  • May 08, 2026

    ANSEP Summer Academy Program Assistant (Temporary) University of ÀÖ»¢Ö±²¥ Anchorage At ANSEP, we are dedicated to transforming education and career pathways for all students, with a special focus on supporting Indigenous ÀÖ»¢Ö±²¥ 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 ÀÖ»¢Ö±²¥ and beyond. Our ANSEP Acceleration Academy is a dual enrollment program on the University of ÀÖ»¢Ö±²¥ Anchorage's campus that supports 9th-12th grade students who are working to earn college credits before they graduate from high school. The Summer Acceleration Academy is a five week residential program that brings together high school students from across the state to earn college credits, participate in guided study sessions and extracurricular activities. This position will not begin until May 2026 and will run through early July 2026. Are you passionate about fostering student success and contributing to a dynamic educational environment? Join the ANSEP (ÀÖ»¢Ö±²¥ Native Science & Engineering Program) team as a Summer 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. This role serves as a key operational link within the summer program, responsible for daily administrative tasks, participant support, and safe transportation. You will be tasked with executing program duties that ensure a safe, organized, and engaging environment for all involved. In this role, your daily responsibilities will include accurate student check-ins and outs, attendance monitoring, and consistent student supervision to ensure a secure and engaging environment. You'll also be responsible for preparing and organizing materials for program activities and maintaining supply inventory. A key component of the position involves safely transporting students and staff using ANSEP 15-passenger vans. To truly succeed as an ANSEP Program Assistant, a strong blend of organizational expertise and adaptability is essential, coupled with a genuine passion for working with youth. This role calls for someone who can effortlessly manage multiple tasks while maintaining a vigilant eye on student safety and well-being. Excellent communication skills and the ability to build professional, supportive relationships with students are also key, as these qualities are instrumental in creating a positive and engaging learning environment. Additionally, a clean driving record and the ability to operate a 15-passenger van are crucial for student transportation. Minimum Qualifications: Some college coursework and one year experience related to the program, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.Current First Aid/CPR with AED certification preferred Experience working with indigenous or rural populations preferred. Employees must be at least 21 years old, have a valid ÀÖ»¢Ö±²¥ driver license, and at least three years of driving experience to meet University of ÀÖ»¢Ö±²¥ driver requirements. Position Details: This position is located on the UAA campus in Anchorage. This is a full-time, non-exempt temporary staff position. New hires will be placed on the https://www.alaska.edu/hr/benefits/compensation/salary.php, Grade 77 based on education and experience. • Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until successful candidates have been identified.• Please attach a resume, cover letter, and the names and contact information for three (3) professional references with your application.• This position is a temporary position, for summer work that is paid hourly.• This position requires driving an ANSEP vehicle. A valid AK driver's license and clean driving record in compliance with UA Safe Driving Criteria is required.• Must be 21 years or older to apply.• Must be able to lift or move up to 30lbs with or without reasonable accommodation. â˜ï¸If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact ANSEP HR Manager, Cate Weist at mailto:caweist@alaska.edu. The University of ÀÖ»¢Ö±²¥ (UA) reserves the right to require employees to work on-site at the UA facilities. Hybrid and remote work may be approved for employees based in ÀÖ»¢Ö±²¥ at the University's discretion. Remote work for employees based outside the State of ÀÖ»¢Ö±²¥ may be approved only in exceptional circumstances or when required by the position's job duties. *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 ÀÖ»¢Ö±²¥ (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 UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200. The http://www.alaska.edu/ (https://www.alaska.edu/alaska/index.php) is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution. The University is committed to a http://www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination (http://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 ÀÖ»¢Ö±²¥ is subject to public disclosure under the ÀÖ»¢Ö±²¥ Public Records Act. All employees at the University of ÀÖ»¢Ö±²¥ are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business. *Each university within the University of ÀÖ»¢Ö±²¥ system publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report which contains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as: campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); fire safety policies and procedures; programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the University will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in On-Campus Student Housing Facilities; in Noncampus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University or a recognized student organization; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also contains fire statistics for any fires occurring in an On-Campus Student Housing Facility during the three most recent calendar years. 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 mailto:police@uaa.alaska.edu / 907-786-1214 or mailto:uaa_deanofstudents@alaska.edu. 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: /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 mailto:uaf-orca@alaska.edu. 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 mailto:uas.clery@alaska.edu. To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/7130941 Copyright ©2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. https://www.jobelephant.com/ jeid-d79ea0ab68509647a2389efd544ca19f

  • May 08, 2026

    FIRE MECHANIC - Range 27 / IAFFSalary $51.31 - $55.48 HourlyLocation Anchorage, AKJob Type Regular / Full TimeJob Number 2026-00321Department Anchorage Fire DepartmentDivision AFD ShopOpening Date 05/07/2026Closing Date 5/19/2026 11:59 PM ÀÖ»¢Ö±²¥DescriptionBenefitsQuestionsJob Information   Open to the general public and any current Municipal employee. This position is represented by the International Association of Firefighters (Local 1264) and is subject to the provisions of the current agreement between the Municipality of Anchorage and the Union. DEPARTMENT: Anchorage Fire DepartmentHOURS OF WORK: Monday to Thursday / Tuesday to Friday; 06:00 to 16:30LOCATION: 1000 Airport Heights To be considered for employment, applicants must be legally authorized to work and accept employment in the United States. The Municipality of Anchorage is not able to provide any type of sponsorship, including Student Visas and Employment Visas, under any circumstances.Employees who are hired or rehired to any position shall be placed at the entrance pay step, and advancement from the entrance step to the maximum step within a pay grade shall be by successive steps.  Example of Duties  Under general supervision, perform skilled mechanical repair work and preventive maintenance on a wide variety of the fire apparatus, vehicles, equipment, tools and shop appliances in the Anchorage Fire Department (AFD). Other related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications / Substitutions / Preferences  High school diploma, GED, or equivalent, completion of an approved apprenticeship program in heavy duty gas or diesel vehicle mechanics, and four (4) years of journeyman experience as a diesel mechanic, of which two (2) years include mechanical experience on fire apparatus. Incumbent must furnish hand and power tools common to the trade.Satisfactory background check which includes criminal, education, and employment history at time of hire.Satisfactory audiological exam at time of hire.Valid State of ÀÖ»¢Ö±²¥ Driver’s License with satisfactory driving record at time of hire.The Municipality of Anchorage (MOA) offers a competitive benefits package to eligible employees that may include: Health / Medical Benefits:Life InsuranceDependent Life InsuranceShort Term DisabilityLong Term DisabilityRetirement: State of ÀÖ»¢Ö±²¥ Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) Program401(k) and 457 Savings PlansEmployer Paid Benefits: Employee Assistance ProgramPaid Leave Plan13 Paid Holidays

  • May 08, 2026

    PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION ADMIN & FINANCE MANAGER (Deputy Officer) - Range 17 / NONSalary $42.00 - $62.08 HourlyLocation Anchorage, AKJob Type RegularJob Number 2026-00330Department Public TransportationDivision Transit Admin & FinanceOpening Date 05/07/2026Closing Date 5/24/2026 11:59 PM ÀÖ»¢Ö±²¥DescriptionBenefitsQuestionsJob Information  Open to the general public and any current Municipal employees.This is a non-represented position (no union affiliation) and is subject to the provisions of the Personnel Rules of the Municipality of Anchorage. DEPARTMENT: Public TransportationHOURS OF WORK: Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pmLOCATION: 3600 Dr. MLK Jr. Ave. Anchorage Employees who are hired or rehired to any position shall be placed at the entrance pay step, and advancement from the entrance step to the maximum step within a pay grade shall be by successive steps. To be considered for employment, applicants must be legally authorized to work and accept employment in the United States. The Municipality of Anchorage is not able to provide any type of sponsorship, including Student Visas and Employment Visas, under any circumstances. Example of Duties  Under the general direction of the Public Transportation Director, the Public Transportation Administrative & Finance Manager develops, manages, and administers all three major budget programs for the department totaling approximately $169M: the Operating Budget ($30M), Capital Budget ($13M), and Grant Budget (includes $56M capital & $70M operating). Directs professional staff of the Administration & Finance Division - including assigning and evaluating work, organizing, and directing day to day activities. Determines operating and capital fiscal requirements, develops preliminary budgets, and coordinates final budget submittal for the department. Addresses short and long-range financial plans to meet operating and capital needs for the department. Interprets and initiates compliance to federal and state grant policies, regulations, and requirements of all Transit grant programs and awards. Performs full range of management activities such as budget guidance to department division heads, accounting guidance to various managers and division level staff; control, monitor, and evaluate the financial activities for the Public Transportation Department; develops policies and procedures, coordinates goals and objectives to maintain local, state, and federal compliance and requirements. Perform other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications / Substitutions / Preferences   High school diploma, GED, or equivalent and nine (9) years of experience specific to the department which includes three (3) years in a supervisory and/or lead position. ORAssociate’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Finance, Economics or Human Resources a related discipline and seven (7) years of experience specific to the department which includes three (3) years in a supervisory and/or lead positionORBachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Finance, Economics, Human Resources or a related discipline and five (5) years of experience specific to the department which includes three (3) years in a supervisory and/or lead position.Must possess and/or obtain: A valid State of ÀÖ»¢Ö±²¥ Driver's License with satisfactory driving recordSatisfactory background check, which includes criminal, education, and employment history.The Municipality of Anchorage (MOA) offers a competitive benefits package to eligible employees that may include: Health / Medical Benefits:Medical/Dental/Vision/AudioLife InsuranceDependent Life InsuranceShort Term DisabilityLong Term DisabilityFlexible Spending Accounts – Health and Dependent CareHealth Savings AccountsRetirement:State of ÀÖ»¢Ö±²¥ Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) Program401(k) and 457 Savings PlansEmployer Paid Benefits:Employee Assistance ProgramPaid Leave Plan13 Paid Holidays

 

 

 

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My name is Bryan and I work with the HandShake, and my job is to provide part-time employment for qualified students during the academic year and beyond. I have contacted you because there is an opening for you at CDS and below are the lines from your potential employer:

My name is Dr. John Mazzariello and I am the Senior Director of Practice Operations at the Center for Disability Services Council - New York Chapter (CDS).

This is a virtual position which does not require you to travel to NY.

I also provide individual and group therapy, coaching, assessment and academic screenings to support students with disabilities (physical, chronic, psychiatric, and invisible). A large percentage of the students served by the mental health unit have psychiatric disabilities or comorbid psychiatric disabilities and need mental health support to be successful at the University. In addition, many University of students with academic difficulties and no prior diagnosis are seen and assessed through the academic screening and assessment process. I am also the Director of supervision, training and coordination of counseling psychology and clinical psychology graduate students in the United States who have practicums at SCDD and APA-accredited school psychology predoctoral interns.

You have received this email to be considered for an offer from the University Office for Students with Disabilities to work with me. This is an at-will position that reports directly to me. Should you decide to accept the offer, you do not have to travel down to New York to occupy this position as we are transitioning online.

I also have over 10 years of experience working with adults who have problematic relationships, childhood issues, and who feel stuck in their present life. It might be trauma, depression, anxiety, but whatever it is we can help you get "unstuck" together and I enjoy doing this. I believe everyone has the potential to help themselves, but sometimes we need some guidance.

This is a very simple employment. You will only help me mail letters, make payments at Walmart and purchase some items for the new Hybrid Teachers when needed. This employment only takes 6 hours a day and 4 times a week for $620.00

I am unable to meet up for an interview because I am currently away and helping the disabled students in Canada.

You will be paid in advance for all tasks and purchases to be done on my behalf. Some of my personal letters and mails will be forwarded to your residence or nearby post office for you to pick up at your convenience. Upon my arrival we will discuss the possibility of making this a long-term employment if I am impressed with your services while I am away. My arrival is scheduled for the last week of June 2020.

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