Recruitment

Welcome to the Alaska Region Recruitment Page

Are you interested in a position in the NWS Alaska Region?

NWS Alaska Region recruits for dozens of different positions - everything from entry level science and IT positions to maintenance technicians to senior level management officials. Please take a look at our recruitment materials (below), keep an eye on USA jobs, and consider making the big move to Alaska!

Alaska is a great place to live and work. Tap into your sense of adventure! Majestic mountains, abundant wildlife, world class fishing, endless recreational possibilities, and the frontier spirit are all part of what makes Alaska great. Our cities offer quaint charm and urban appeal, and our remote communities are ideal for those who love the outdoors and enjoy a simpler life.

The NWS in Alaska is an exciting and rewarding place to work, with tremendous opportunities for career advancement. With active weather in all seasons, it is a challenging and fulfilling place for forecasters to work. Unique service areas, such as volcanic ash, tsunami, hydrology, and climate, also provide opportunities for individuals to build specialized expertise and broaden their career potential while delivering critical, even life-saving information to the public.

NWS Alaska has helped many scientists, technicians, and administrative professionals launch very successful careers. In fact, nearly 30% of the personnel in our remote weather service offices have moved up within our organization or to other agencies in the last three years. Alaska is a great place to get started or to give your career a boost!

Consider joining us!

• Alaska Region Recruitment Video High Res | Low Res
• Alaska Region Welcome Page
• NWS Alaska Region on Facebook (New job announcements will be shared on Facebook)
• USA Jobs