Overview

Position Summary

The Language Program Manager is responsible for the overall planning, implementation, and evaluation of the organization’s language revitalization programs. This role requires a strong understanding of Lingít language, culture, and communities, as well as experience in program management, curriculum development, and community engagement.

Preference will be given to Alaska Natives and/or American Indian applicants.

Qualifications

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree in linguistics, Indigenous studies, Indigenous language, education, or related field. Eight years of direct work experience may substitute.
• Experience in Indigenous language revitalization or program management.
• Strong understanding of Lingít language, culture, and communities.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency in computer software and language documentation tools
• Position will be exposed to multiple allergens including cedar and wool (sheep and mountain goat).
• Must be willing to travel to local and regional events via plane, car, ferry, etc. as needed
• Needs a valid AK driver's license

Desired Qualifications:

• Master's degree in linguistics, education, or related field.
• Fluency in Lingít language.
• Experience in curriculum development and instructional design.
• Experience in Lingít language revitalization or program management.
• Grant writing and fundraising experience

The salary for this position is $85,000 DOE

Responsibilities

Essential Job Functions:

• Develop and implement comprehensive language revitalization programs aligned with the organization's mission and goals.
• Oversee program budget development, monitoring, and reporting.
• Recruit, hire, and supervise language program staff.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with Lingít communities, Elders, and language experts.
• Develop and implement curriculum and teaching materials for language learners of all ages.
• Coordinate language documentation and preservation projects.
• Evaluate program effectiveness and make necessary adjustments.
• Secure funding for language programs through grant writing and fundraising.
• Represent the organization at conferences, workshops, and community events.
• Collaborate with other departments to integrate language revitalization efforts into the organization's overall mission and programming