The Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center (AWCC) is located in Portage Valley and is surrounded by the breathtaking Chugach Mountain Range and Turnagain Arm Inlet. Located at Mile 79 of the Seward Highway, AWCC is a non-profit sanctuary dedicated to preserving Alaska’s wildlife through conservation, education, research, and quality animal care. AWCC takes in orphaned and injured animals year-round and provides them with a forever home. The sanctuary maintains over 200 acres of spacious habitats for resident animals to feel at home displaying their natural wild behavior as education ambassadors for their species. It is common for visitors to see brown bears swimming, moose strutting, wood bison roaming, muskox playing, wolves posing, porcupines climbing, and more! AWCC has been able to provide care for hundreds of displaced animals because visitors to AWCC have made critical contributions in the form of tours, admission fees, donations, memberships, and gift shop purchases. AWCC offers a peaceful and scenic setting for the ultimate Alaska experience where guests will be surrounded by stunning mountains, Alpine Glaciers, Turnagain Arm, and Alaska’s beautiful wildlife.
About the Position: The Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center is looking for an Event Manager & Office Admin to bring events to life in a setting where breathtaking scenery meets unforgettable experiences. Under the direction of the Director of Sales & Marketing, this role leads every detail from first inquiry to final send-off, from elegant weddings to corporate retreats and signature AWCC events, ensuring a high-quality guest and vendor experience. This is a hands-on, high-energy position for someone who thrives on creating memorable moments in a truly one-of-a-kind environment. Each day offers something different, whether coordinating vendors, welcoming guests, or ensuring events run seamlessly with glaciers, mountains, and wildlife as the backdrop. While event execution is the primary focus, this role also supports key administrative functions that keep operations organized and efficient. This role is primarily on-site at AWCC, with limited opportunities for remote work based on operational needs. Annual Salary Starting at $65,000.00, DOE, with a variety of benefits offered to full-time staff, including health, dental, optical, paid time off benefits up to two (2) weeks in first year, annual sick leave, 403b retirement plan with a 5% match after 1-year of service, and 12-paid holidays including the employee’s birthday. In addition, AWCC pays employees’ health care premium in full.
Starting Pay: $65,000 DOE
Benefits May Include: Paid leave, Health plan, Vision plan, Dental plan, Retirement savings plan, Employee housing
Applications will be accepted and reviewed until the position is filled. A valid driver’s license is required for all job listings. https://alaskawildlife.org/about/jobs/
