Director of Lands & Natural Resources

DIRECTOR OF LANDS AND NATURAL RESOURCES

Reports to: Senior Director of Policy and Lands
Status: Regular, Full-time, Exempt
Location: Anchorage, AK 

JOB SUMMARY: The Director of Lands and Natural Resources oversees all aspects of land and resource management activities, including strategic planning, land transactions, and natural resource management. This role requires strong leadership, communication, strategic thinking skills, and knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Embrace the values of The Aleut Corporation (Aleut) including honesty, integrity, accountability, respect, and perseverance.
• Attend regular meetings with diverse stakeholders from private industry, government agencies, Aleut partner organizations and other stakeholders.
• Development and management of annual operating and capital budgets, ensuring efficient allocation of resources.
• Responsible for development and implementation of strategic priorities for Aleut lands and resources, for the benefit of Aleut shareholders.
• Proactive management of land leases, land use permitting and materials management agreements with Aleut partners.
• In conjunction with Aleut leadership, regular engagement with Aleut-affiliated village corporations, tribes and other regional stakeholders.
• Regular contact with federal and state agencies related to Aleut lands (e.g., BIA, BLM, USF&WS, DOI, DNR, DEC, etc.)
• Tracking and oversight of the fulfillment of Aleut’s federal land conveyances and entitlements – surface and subsurface.
• Monitor and report on updates and changes to regulatory, administrative and legislative changes in relation to ANCSA land policy.
• Works closely with Aleut grants department in the identification, application and execution of state and federal grants that add value to Aleut.
• Negotiate, prepare, and manage diverse agreements and contracts related to Aleut lands and resources.
• Prepare high level written reports and communications as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to adapt quickly to changes.
• Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple projects with diverse personnel.
• Proficiency in understanding and negotiating detailed agreements (land, lease, etc.).
• Strong relationship-building skills with customers, executives, government officials and Aleut stakeholders.
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Understanding of environmental regulations and experience managing compliant projects.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for fostering positive stakeholder relationships.
• Experience in negotiating and managing land transactions.
• Good decision-making skills and judgment.
• Knowledge of Alaska land and resource management laws and regulations.
• Familiarity with ANCSA land regulations and provisions.
• Knowledge of the Aleut region and its cultural and economic landscape is a plus.
• Strategic thinking and the ability to develop and implement high-level plans and initiatives.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to lead and manage a team.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, creative, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Bachelor's degree in land management, natural resources, business administration, or a related field.
2. Seven (7) years of experience in land and resource management.

BENEFITS

• 401K - Employer matching up to 4%. 
• Paid Holidays (13/year). 
• Paid Time Off (accrued bi-weekly, starts at 6.20 hrs per pay period/20 days a year).
• 100% Employer paid Dental/Vision for employees and their qualified dependents. 
• 100% Paid Employee Life Insurance / Disability. 
• Potential for Annual Incentive. 

PREFERENCE STATEMENT

The Aleut Corporation (“Aleut”) is committed to providing employment and development opportunities for our shareholders and descendants. Aleut shall make employment selections first based on qualifications for the position. Preference shall then be given to eligible and qualified TAC shareholders and descendants in accordance with the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, 43 U.S.C. § 1601 et seq., and other applicable laws.

Aleut is an equal opportunity employer. Aleut shall select, train, and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant work factors such as work quality, attitude, education, and experience, so as not to discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, changes in marital status, pregnancy, parental status, physical or mental disability, age, status as a disabled veteran, special disabled veteran, Vietnam veteran, and all other eligible veterans, or other classifications protected by applicable law.