United Fishermen of Alaska (UFA), Alaska’s statewide commercial fishing trade association, is pleased to announce the hiring of Frances Leach as its Executive Director effective January 5, 2018. Ms. Leach, a Juneau resident, was raised in a commercial fishing family in Ketchikan. “I am excited for the opportunity to represent UFA. Having grown up in a commercial fishing family in a coastal community, I understand the importance of commercial fishing to Alaska’s economy and cultural heritage. The commercial fishing industry faces many challenges at the state and federal level, and I look forward to addressing these challenges as UFA’s Executive Director,” said Leach. “Frances has a proven track record of success and has demonstrated leadership during her professional career. Read more…
Category: Job Posts
NSRAA RFP for Thomas Bay
NSRAA has an RFP out for Thomas Bay. They are looking for a contractor with a boat to help with rearing chum fry beginning this February through early June, an estimated 120 days. A general job description and requirements are listed below. 1. Labor: o A minimum of two people, from Mid-February to early June (est. 120 days), for the rearing of up to 25 million Hidden Falls hatchery chum fry with size goals and release objectives prescribed by Hatchery staff. o The contractor is expected to have a 24 hours/day, 7 days/week presence at the site. Daily tasks will be feeding to promote fry growth and health as well as maintain the nets/pens, and other infrastructure. Work day length will vary from 4-5 hrs per day at start and up to 10 plus hours per day at project end. Occasional trips Read more…
ASMI seeks Communications Director applicants
The Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute is seeking applicants for a Communications Director position. The position is in Juneau, and supports the ASMI US and international marketing programs. Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree, strong communications skills, and fisheries and/or government affairs experience is preferred. Applications are due by 4pm on November 24th and can be sent to hire@alaskaseafood.org. The full job description and application process can be found here.