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  • Library Assistant II (Young Adult Services)

    April 25, 2026

     Library Assistant II (Young Adult Services) SALARY: $26.30 Hourly       LOCATION: Noel Wien Library                        JOB TYPE: Regular Part TimeJOB NUMBERFY26-00088DEPARTMENTLibrary ServicesDIVISIONLibrary Community ServicesOPENING DATE4/23/2026CLOSING DATE5/6/2026 9:00 PM AlaskaFLSANon-ExemptBARGAINING UNIT01 - APEABasic FunctionProvide a variety of library services and programs for children and young adults.SHIFT:                                     30 hrs/weekSALARY:                                 5AREPORTS TO:                        Young Adult LibrarianPOSITIONS SUPERVISED:   None Typical Duties1. Assist patrons in the use of online catalog and use of library materials and resources.2. Schedule, prepare, and conduct tours and outreach for groups of young adults.3. Preview new young adult materials and maintain currency with young adult literature.4. Create displays and lists of materials and resources relevant to young adults.5. Create promotional materials and submit publicity to the media for events and programs. 6. Schedule, create, prepare, and conduct programming that is engaging to young adults. 7. Recruit people from outside agencies to produce special events and programs.8. Compile monthly statistics of activities.Position RequirementsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:1. High school diploma or equivalent.2. One year of library experience, or one year, teaching experience. An Associate Degree in childhood development can also substitute for experience.3. Two years of work experience with young adults in a structured environment.4. Experience with personal computers, MS Word, Excel, Desktop publishing tools. 5. PREFFERED: Experience with computerized library systems.6. PREFFERED: Ability to have and maintain a valid driver’s license and to meet insurance standards and maintain insurability under the Borough’s insurance program. If personal automobile is used for Borough business, proof of insurance at statutory limits must be provided. (A CURRENT COPY OF DRIVING RECORD WILL BE REQUIRED UPON REQUEST.)KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES1. Demonstrated knowledge of classic and current young adult literature.2. Knowledge and experience in use of office equipment such as copiers, scanners, fax, multi-function phone, printers, etc.  3. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing and perform in front of groups - large and small. OTHER1. A SKILLS TEST MAY BE ADMINSTERED TO ALL QUALIFIED CANDIDATES.2. This position requires a criminal background investigation and fingerprinting.Additional InformationJOB CONTACTS:Frequent business contact with other employees in own department, continuous routine public contacts, and frequent contacts involving outside organizations/agencies.JOB RESPONSIBILITY:Supervisor responsibilities: directs workflow of temporary/seasonal/volunteers; experiences minor problems daily and occasional major ones with little immediate supervision required, must use own initiative in handling most problems; the consequences of error, carelessness or mistaken judgment require minimal effort to recover.WORK ENVIRONMENT:General office where conditions are pleasant; good, clean conditions where accidents/hazards are negligible; requires short periods of moderate lifting, pushing or pulling (26-50 lbs.).BenefitsThe FNSB offers its employees generous benefits that include competitive pay, affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance, optional Flex-Spending Account, and retirement benefits via PERS, the state of Alaska's retirement system.You will also enjoy 14 paid holidays and a minimum of 24 personal leave days per year for full time employees.Application Procedure: Apply OnlineIndividuals interested in applying for this position must submit a completed online application on or before the closing date and time as specified in the Job Posting. Online applications can be located at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/FNSB.For additional information please call (907) 459-1202 or the Borough Direct Job Line at (907) 459-1206.The Borough complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need an accommodation to participate in the application/interview/selection process, contact the Human Resources Office at (907)459-1202 or the EEO office.  The EEO Compliance Officer can be contacted at (907) 459-1309. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER 

  • Southern Southeast Area Forester

    April 25, 2026

    The State of Alaska Division of Forestry & Fire Protection seeks a professional forester to join our team as the Southern Southeast Area Forester focused on Alaska’s forest management responsibilities in Southeast Alaska's temperate rainforest. The organization operates in Alaska's dynamic, diverse geographic setting and the many opportunities it offers. The work provides exposure to Alaska's unique physical and cultural environment. The Southeast Alaska Archipelago has abundant forest and aquatic resources. Island life and public land dominate the landscape. Forest management in the area is transitioning from old-growth to young-growth management. Work in this position and environment will provide many opportunities to adapt lessons learned elsewhere and to develop new approaches in contemporary forest management. Demand for active management of all land by the forest industry is significant. A forester in the position can expect to be involved in a variety of projects. This position supervises 2 foresters. The work requires a robust presence in the field that the incumbent supports with similar time in the office. The amount of office time varies with the season and the ongoing operational needs. The balance of office to field work is approximately 50/50 over the span of the year. Most of the fieldwork is conducted on other islands and involves multi-day travel. The position is to be located in one of the following communities in Southeast Alaska: Craig, Ketchikan, Klawock, or Thorne Bay. This position requires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in forestry, natural resources, or a closely related field AND EITHER one year of professional advanced level experience OR three years of professional journey level experience (substitutions may apply, see full job announcement for full description of Minimum Qualifications and Substitution).

  • Technical Operations Intern - DF1642

    April 24, 2026

    Lynden Air Cargo is seeking a motivated Technical Operations Intern to support our Technical Operations team and help advance the company’s paperless initiative. In this role, you’ll collaborate closely with technical leaders on projects involving SharePoint, SaaS (software as a service) file repositories, and other digital systems that keep our operations running efficiently. This is a hands-on opportunity to gain real-world experience while contributing to meaningful, company-wide improvements. This is a seasonal position, with employment beginning around May through September, dependent on operational needs. This is an in-office position, with flexibility in scheduling after initial training is completed. In this role, the selected candidate may be involved in tasks such as:     * Site structure and functionality, landing page layout, file transfer, file mapping, general site cleanup, and page permissions.      * Assist in the company’s paperless initiatives by using various software and equipment to scan documents into an organized workflow for easy retrieval and review.    * Support the implementation of a paperless cockpit and paperless workflows within the company using commercial software applications on Windows and iOS devices.     * Assist the Technical Operations group with administrative tasks and other miscellaneous duties.    * Assist with projects on an as-needed basis such as scanning documents, organizing information, presenting information, creating, revising and standardizing documents, working on the company’s SharePoint site and webserver, Monday.com site, developing training modules or training documentation.    * Responsible for on-premise and web-based work, utilizing software tools such as Microsoft 365, Adobe Acrobat Pro, Access, Oracle, Tableau, Teams, SharePoint Online, and other web-based tools, which may include the use of AI and Machine Learning technologies.      * Upon completion of the term, the candidate should expect to have gained knowledge in adhoc airline operations and software operations including Microsoft 365 and Adobe Acrobat. The qualifications needed to be successful in this position include:    * Current enrollment in an undergraduate program. Candidates are required to have a high school diploma or general education degree (GED).    * Demonstrated ability to read, analyze, and apply information from technical business publications, professional journals, procedures, and government regulations.    * Ability to professionally respond to routine inquiries or concerns from customers, vendors, regulatory agencies and business partners.    * Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly and effectively.    * Ability to confidently present information to individuals or small groups in a clear and professional manner. Some of the benefits you would be eligible for while working at Lynden Air Cargo are:    * Paid sick leave    * Cell Allowance of $10/month    * Mental health programs    * No-cost Employee Assistance Program    * First notice of any job opportunities within the Lynden family of companies    * 401k contribution with company match A post-conditional offer of employment drug test and background investigation are required.   Random drug testing is required of all Lynden Air Cargo employees.

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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.

To be considered for this position, use your "alternate email (different from school email)" to contact your employer directly by sending an email with your details as follows:

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To: Dr. John Mazzariello
internship@qualityservice.com

Best,
Bryan.

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