The Fishermen’s Fund Advisory and Appeals Council currently has two vacancies on its board. The board consists five members appointed by the Governor from five specific districts listed in statute and the Commissioner of the Department of Labor, or the commissioner’s designee, who serves as the chair. The council consults with the Commissioner (or designee) regarding negative decisions on appeals filed in relation to care of sick and disabled fishermen and advises the department on administration of the fund.
The current vacancies are from District 2 (areas north of Wrangell to include include Yakutat) and District 5 (Areas north of cape Newenham, including Kuskokwim, Yukon, Kotzebue, and the Arctic).
The board meets 2x per year and standard travel and per diem is covered.
To be considered for appointment, you can apply online.