GET INVOLVED WITH ALASKA BHA

Open Board Positions

The AlaskaChapter of BHA is currently looking to fill open Board positions! Please read about the open position descriptions below. All applicants must be a current member in good standing with BHA, an Alaska resident, willing to serve a three-year term, and attend monthly Board meetings when able. Questions about the Board and open positions can be directed to alaska@backcountryhunters.org  Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, starting on 5/20/2025.

Thanks for your patience to thse that have applied. It's been a busy month with Public Land Sales in Budget Reconcililation. We have come together and obtained a huge win, for now. We'll be back in touch in July (2025).

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Secretary

Weekly time commitment: 3-5 hours.

The Secretary will work closely with the Chair and Vice-Chair to ensure the board is operating in an efficient, productive, transparent and collaborative way. Working in tandem, the Vice-Chair and Secretary will reinforce high-level strategic goals and help the team remain focused and effective by ensuring action items are clearly communicated and followed up on and leaders have the tools and resources they need to be successful.

• Handle scheduling, planning and reminders for all regular and special Board meetings.
• Record meeting minutes, including all board votes, and archive minutes on Basecamp within a week.
• Manage chapter email and reply to inquiries in a prompt and professional manner.
• Maintain board term records for all Board Members to ensure the board can address term expirations as needed and maintain a healthy balance of existing and new leaders. Terms to be housed on Basecamp and reviewed prior to and during each annual strategic planning meeting.
• Track volunteer hours for the chapter to be submitted annually for each year prior.
• Ensure chapter is meeting operational deadlines including timely submission of the annual strategic plan, volunteer hours and financial reconciliation.

Southcentral Regional Representative (Anchorage, Valley Area)

Weekly time commitment: 3-4 hours depending on scheduled events.

Each AK BHA Regional Representative shall act as a local leader and “boots-on-the-ground” representative of their region. They are encouraged to meet and know the elected representatives in their region (e.g., village, city and borough), as well as other conservation organizations and state and federal wildlife and land managers. They will represent their region to the AK BHA Board to ensure a flow of information “from the ground up.” And, in turn, they shall represent AK BHA within their region in a professional manner according to AK BHA’s mission and values.

We're looking for someone who has some time to commit to liasing with other regional chapter leaders, the Alaska Chapter Coordinator, and AFI Liaison.

Southcentral is Alaska's highest population center with a high military population. We're looking for a Representative committed to BHA's mission and able to put some effort into working with local businesses and organizations to build lasting, synergistic relationships. 

• In some cases, this position can also lead regional volunteers on special projects, form committees that volunteers can be a part of as cohorts for issues they care about but face ethical restrictions in BHA board participation. e.g “Habitat Watch”, “Forest Watch”, “Stream Watch” or break it down by community/smaller regions : "Valley Watch" etc. 

Southeast Regional Representative

Weekly time commitment: 3-4 hours depending on scheduled events.

Each AK BHA Regional Representative shall act as a local leader and “boots-on-the-ground” representative of their region. They are encouraged to meet and know the elected representatives in their region (e.g., village, city and borough), as well as other conservation organizations and state and federal wildlife and land managers. They will represent their region to the AK BHA Board to ensure a flow of information “from the ground up.” And, in turn, they shall represent AK BHA within their region in a professional manner according to AK BHA’s mission and values.

We're looking for someone who has some time to commit to liasing with other regional chapter leaders, the Alaska Chapter Coordinator, and AFI Liaison.

We're looking for a Representative committed to BHA's mission and able to put some effort into working with local businesses and organizations to build lasting, synergistic relationships. 

• In some cases, this position can lead regional volunteers on special projects, form committees that volunteers can be a part of as cohorts for issues they care about but face ethical restrictions in BHA board participation. e.g “Habitat Watch”, “Forest Watch”, “Stream Watch” or break it down by community/smaller regions : "POW Watch", etc. 

Events/Stewardship & Outreach Chair

Weekly time commitment: 3-4 hours depending on events, campaigns, etc.

The Events/Stewardship & Outreach Chair is responsible for helping with event coordination, promotion, and execution planning to maximize public awareness of BHA, bolster membership, fundraise, and build and foster an engaged community of advocates. They will integrate the bringing in of new sponsors for the chapter to bolster our in-kind donations and fundraising abilities through raffle item procurement, networking and outreach. They will work closely with the Events Chair and Treasurer to ensure events are well planned, make good use of chapter funds and provide a welcoming atmosphere for a diverse array of members and prospects alike and will work with the Communications Chair to ensure events are properly promoted. 

• As needed and dependent on each event and venue requirements, secure (or oversee this process) bookings/purchases/rentals for A/V equipment, chairs, tables, ‘porta potty’, beverages (beer, soda, water), food (e.g., food truck, catering, on‐site chef, etc.)
• Make specific requests to the Board to: Provide recommendations for local rental facilities and local food options (if needed). Visit local facilities when face‐to‐face interaction is required. Pick up & return items rented for each event (e.g., A/V, chairs, etc.) from local businesses. Make purchases necessary for event execution (paper goods, raffle tickets, etc.) Provide volunteers to set up, break down, and work the actual event.

Stewardship Specific:

• Work directly with the Board to coordinate and implement priorities to advance the improvement of wildlife, habitat, public access, hunter/angler ethics and public education.

  • Provide opportunities for supporters to engage with BHA through a variety of cleanups, habitat restoration projects, and related community education events throughout the year.
  • Work with Board and Communications Chair to raise awareness for both BHA led and partner volunteer opportunities.
  • Collaborate with BHA staff to develop and execute projects in support of habitat and policy grants.
  • Recruit and train volunteers to build a grassroots network to carry out our boots-on-the-ground priorities.
  • Develop relationships with partner NGO’s and other relevant stakeholders to encourage community building and collaboration.

  Provide a welcoming environment and accessibility for a diverse range of participants regardless of financial means, hunting/fishing background or demographics.

   

Volunteer With Alaska BHA 

We are always looking for helping hands to assist with chapter events, stewardship projects, and policy intel in various regions of the state (Interior, Southcentral, Western, and Southeast). If you are interested in exploring volunteer opportunities please email us at alaska@backcountryhunters.org until further notice) with some information on how you might like to help and where you are located in Alaska. 

Thank you for your interest and we look forward to hearing from you!