The Tribal Climate Change Guide is part of the Pacific Northwest Tribal Climate Change Project (TCCP). The TCCP is part of the L.I.G.H.T. Foundation (LF), is an independent, Indigenous-led, conservation 501(c)(3) nonprofit established on the Colville Indian Reservation in the traditional territory of the Nespelem Tribe in present-day north central Washington State. LF supports the restoration and cultivation of native Plant and Pollinator Relatives and the culturally respectful conservation of habitats and ecosystems which are climate resilient and adaptive. For more information about LF, visit: https://thepnwlf.org/. For more information about the Tribal Climate Change Project, visit: https://tribalclimate.uoregon.edu/. If you would like to add information to this guide, please email kathy.lynn.or@gmail.com.

 

Climate Jobs, Internships, Scholarships and Fellowships

Climate Adaptation Project Manager I and Project Manager 2 – ANTHC Climate Initiatives. The Center for Environmentally Threatened Communities is recruiting a motivated, relationship-oriented leader who is passionate about assisting rural Alaska Native communities to realize their visions for a healthy, vibrant future. This new position will support communities with holistic climate adaptation planning from establishing a vision of the future to identifying actionable steps towards achieving that vision. Duties include project management, community planning, community engagement, and coordination with federal and state partners. The Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium (ANTHC) is recruiting a motivated, relationship-oriented team member who is passionate about supporting rural Alaska communities to achieve their vision for the future. This new position will support communities with holistic climate adaptation planning. Duties include project management, community planning, community engagement, and coordination with federal and state partners. This is an opportunity to join a dynamic team that is creating change from the local to national levels. Successful performance is a pathway to future leadership and other positions within the department, at ANTHC, or partner organizations. Benefits include access to over a dozen subsidized health insurance plans, 12 paid holidays, generous paid leave, up to 8% retirement contribution, etc. Apply on the ANTHC jobs website or contact Tricia Howe (tshowe@anthc.org) with questions. Click here for the job description and to apply

Assistant Tribal Climate Resilience Liaison for the Alaska Climate Adaptation Science Center. Position Open Until Filled. Assistant Tribal Climate Resilience Liaison (Asst. TCRL) for the Alaska Climate Adaptation Science Center (AK CASC) serves as support on Alaska Tribal climate adaptation science needs under the guidance and direction of the Senior Tribal Climate Resilience Liaison (Sr. TCRL) of the Native American Fish and Wildlife Society (NAFWS). The Asst. TCRL is responsible for working with the Sr. TCRL to provide technical assistance and to work with tribal communities across Alaska to improve their capacity to prepare for and respond to climate-related environmental impacts. Duties include but are not limited to outreach and extension programming on tribal climate impacts, concerns and adaptation strategies; support efforts to enhance information exchange; assist communities to identify and prioritize resilience and adaptation projects; and work with another Asst. TCRL and a seasonal Alaska Native Student Intern. For more information: https://www.nafws.org/resources/jobs/. To apply: Follow instructions in the job description.

Tribal Resilience Specialist. Adaptation International. Position open until filled. The Tribal Resilience Specialist will support and help coordinate a variety of primarily Tribal adaptation or Indigenous resilience projects and contribute to cutting edge field-building efforts in partnership with knowledge holders, thought-leaders, academic institutions, and federal partners. The ideal team member will be Indigenous and have a background in community resilience, a proven ability to build relationships and enhance collaboration, and experience working directly with Tribes or Indigenous communities or in diverse cultural contexts. Additional details available on the Adaptation International Website.

Director of Operations, Climate Science Alliance. Applications Due: September 30, 2024. The Climate Science Alliance is seeking an experienced and inquisitive individual to join our team in San Diego as the Director of Operations. The ideal candidate is someone who is highly organized, detail oriented, and has experience in administrative and financial management. The Director of Operations will lead broad cross-organizational coordination and oversight and on-site office management. The role requires working closely with the Alliance team and its partners to maintain clear communication and structures that allow for nourishing interactions between staff and partners. We seek a team member who is interested in being part of, and supporting, a dynamic organization that centers relationships and reciprocity in its climate adaptation work. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1DvJdWfRF_GmArQvtkmes3dWahuwRXFHr/view

Interdisciplinary Historian/Anthropologist/Archeologist/Landscape Architect, Bureau of Ocean Energy Management. Camarillo, CA. Applications Due: September 30, 2024. The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) manages the exploration and development of the nation's offshore resources. It seeks to appropriately balance economic development, energy independence, and environmental protection through oil and gas leases, renewable energy development and environmental reviews and studies. For information about our bureau go to: http://www.boem.gov/. To view the position descriptions visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/809780800 and https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/809781400.
 
Climate Change Manager, Lummi Natural Resources. Deadline to Apply: October 2, 2024. The Lummi Natural Resources (LNR) Climate Change Manager (CCM) directs and coordinates the implementation LIBC’s Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Plan (CCMAP) within the Natural Resources Department and the community with the goal of creating climate resilience in Lummi Nation’s built and natural environments. The Climate Change Manager also supports the implementation of the LIBC’s Strategic Energy Plan (SEP) within the Natural Resources Department and the community with the goal of reducing carbon emissions to mitigate future climate change. When the Lummi Nation Coastal Resilience Plan is completed in 2024, the CCM will coordinate and/or assist with implementation of resilience projects in the plan. In addition, the CCM may assist LNR managers with implementation of their climate resilience projects. https://www.lummi-nsn.gov/widgets/Job.php?id=3955

Environmental Outreach Specialist, Washington State Climate Office. Application Review begins October 2, 2024. The Washington State Climate Office is hiring an entry-level, full-time Environmental Outreach Specialist to help support core functions of the Office. Duties include technical presentations, developing and interpreting climate data products, science syntheses, media engagement, contributing to climate trainings/education, and other work to share scientific and technical knowledge about climate and its impacts. A key focus of this position is communications, with an emphasis on producing high-quality information about climate, climate impacts, and its relevance to our local, state, and tribal partners.  We are seeking candidates with subject matter expertise in meteorology, climatology, or a related field, in order to participate in applied research, accurately communicate the science of climate and its impacts, and address the climate information needs of our partners both within and beyond UW. Apply by October 2 for priority screening! For more information, click here: https://cig.uw.edu/the-washington-state-climate-office-is-hiring-an-environmental-outreach-specialist/.

Columbia Basin Program Director. Applications Due: October 7, 2024.   The Columbia Basin Program Director will serve as The Nature Conservancy's (TNC) lead strategist and work directly with the leadership of Tribal Nations and partners across the Columbia Basin to help marshal TNC's resources to achieve the outcomes described in the Tribal-led Resilient Columbia Restoration Initiative. The ideal candidate will be a skilled relationship-builder and excellent communicator who is grounded in cultural knowledge and capability gained through lived experience and is motivated by working collaboratively with others to find mutually beneficial solutions facing the Columbia Basin. The application period is open until October 7th. More details can be found in the attached job posting or direct link to apply online here.  

USGS Invasive Species and Climate Change Fellowship. Applications Due: October 11, 2024. The Southwest Climate Adaptation Science Center (SW CASC) is seeking a postdoc or PhD candidate to lead research synthesis on the intersection of invasive species and climate change in the Southwest. The SW CASC delivers useful and useable science to natural and cultural resource managers for climate adaptation planning. There is growing awareness that climate change influences the spread of invasive species and that invasives can interact with climate change, exacerbating impacts. The SW CASC is interested in synthesizing research on invasive species and climate change across the Southwest and engaging with natural and cultural resource managers to identify regional research, education, and communication priorities. Specific activities may include,  but are not limited to, 1) conducting a structured literature review of invasive species research, 2) conducting research on climate change and invasive species, 3) engaging with regional scientists and managers interested in invasive species and with Regional Invasive Species & Climate Change (RISCC) Management Networks elsewhere in the US and 4) translating scientific information for distribution to resource managers or other interested audiences. https://www.zintellect.com/Opportunity/Details/DOI-USGS-2024-19

University of Washington Climate Impacts Group Director. Position Open Until Filled. Applications screening begins: October 14, 2024. The Climate Impacts Group is hiring a director to lead, support and plan the activities of their group. The director will: 1) provide strategic leadership for the organization; 2) drive fundraising and financial stewardship; 3) build relationships and maintain an engagement plan focused on enhancing impact; and 4) provide internal management by promoting a positive work culture and supervising and mentoring key staff members. https://cig.uw.edu/2024/08/uw-climate-impacts-group-is-hiring-a-new-director-to-lead-new-strategic-plan/

NW CASC ORISE Fellow. Application review will begin on October 15, 2024. Northwest Climate Adaptation Science Center (NW CASC) is hiring an ORISE communications fellow to expand the reach of its communications program! The fellow will help develop communications products and conduct outreach for NW CASC’s science users; evaluate opportunities for strengthening communication of NW CASC-funded research to various audiences; and support internal communications. https://www.zintellect.com/Opportunity/Details/DOI-USGS-2024-21

Metro Tribal Liaison. Position Open Until Filled. Metro, the regional government for greater Portland, works collaboratively with communities to ensure a healthy environment, strong economy, and great quality of life for all of the region’s residents.  The Tribal Liaison will serve as a member of the Government Affairs and Policy Development (GAPD) team, which is part of the Chief Operating Officer / Council Office.  The primary responsibilities of the Tribal  Liaison will be to support the Metro Council’s priorities through strengthening relationships and coordinating consultation with interested Tribal Governments; establishing and improving existing staff trainings in tribal sovereignty and self-governance, history, practices, and cultural and historic resource protection; supporting engagement with urban Indigenous community members in greater Portland; and providing occasional project management support to special agency projects.  For more information and to apply, visit: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/oregonmetro/jobs/4602831-0/tribal-liaison

Advancing Equitable Forest and Fire Workforce Pathways. This project, a collaboration between the Ecosystem Workforce Program and the FireGeneration Collaborative, is hiring for a full-time position that will support community engagement and social science research centered around characterizing and reimagining land-based fire resilience workforces. See this one-page project summary for more info, and fill out this form if you’re interested in receiving updates, including how to apply for the position! https://drive.google.com/file/d/14crzW-LpbxvFjU0KGYATpanEXbm35kNz/view

Officer, Indigenous Communities & US Equity.  Open Until Filled. MIT Solve. Solve is an initiative of MIT. We believe that to achieve a more sustainable and equitable future for all, we need new voices and ideas. We launch open calls for exceptional and diverse solutions to the most pressing global challenges, from anyone, anywhere in the world. Selected innovators get the backing of MIT and our community of supporters to scale their impact and drive lasting change. https://solve.mit.edu/careers/officer-indigenous-communities-us-equity-hybrid 

Operations Manager – ANTHC Climate Initiatives. The Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium (ANTHC) Climate Initiatives department is recruiting a motivated, organized leader who likes big challenges. This is an opportunity to join a dynamic team that is creating change from the local to national levels. This new position will support daily operations and the strategic growth of the department. Duties include program management, project management, communications, and administrative support for a wide range of climate adaptation services. The position may become supervisory.  Successful performance is a pathway to future leadership and other positions within the department, at ANTHC, or partner organizations. Apply to the Program Manager III position on the ANTHC jobs website or contact Tricia Howe (tshowe@anthc.org) with questions. https://www.anthc.org/what-we-do/climate-initiatives/

University of Idaho Tribal Research Scholar Support (TRSS). Overview: The Tribal Research Scholar Support (TRSS) program is designed to build capacity between University of Idaho and Tribal nations by supporting master’s and doctoral-level graduate research on Tribally relevant topics. The TRSS program engages students in STEM areas (science, technology, engineering & mathematics) to harness expertise on issues related to Indigenous research. Eligible scholars can receive up to 3 years support for doctoral programs and 2 years support for master’s programs, contingent on satisfactory annual performance, to engage in Tribal research opportunities. Each TRSS opportunity is designed to help the student achieve their academic and career goals. Applications will be reviewed starting July 15, 2024. Contact Idaho NSF EPSCoR Office (sarahp@uidaho.edu) with any questions or to request application procedures.

NASA/BAERI - Indigenous Engagement Coordinator Position. Open Until Filled. NASA’s Indigenous Peoples Initiative (IPI) team is growing! We are seeking an Indigenous Engagement Coordinator (IEC) for supporting, building, and maintaining relationships between Tribal Nations and Indigenous communities with NASA’s Earth Science Division (ESD). The IEC will communicate and coordinate across NASA ESD programs working with or interested in engaging with Tribal Nations and Indigenous communities, develop and facilitate proper protocols, trainings, and guidance for NASA’s ESD, facilitate connections between Tribal Nations and Indigenous community representatives and NASA scientists on research, trainings, and engagement opportunities, advise communications around Tribal engagement activities across NASA ESD including webpages, articles, presentations, and conference talks, and represent NASA ESD in key meetings with internal and external partners and collaborators. https://appliedsciences.nasa.gov/indigenous-peoples-initiative