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Overview UMIAQ Environmental is seeking a Temporary Travel Coordinator to join our team in Anchorage. In this role, you will be responsible for the efficient and timely coordination of travel for personnel supporting projects across Alaska. You will plan, organize, and manage travel logistics for staff working in both remote and urban locations, ensuring seamless execution of travel arrangements in a dynamic and often complex operating environment. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities under tight timelines. This position requires strong coordination skills, clear communication, and the ability to adapt to changing schedules, weather conditions, and project needs. Responsibilities Essential functions will include: + Coordinate and book travel for field and project personnel, including commercial flights, charter flights, lodging, and ground transportation. + Support Project Managers and Coordinators with rotational schedules and align travel logistics with project staffing requirements. + Communicate travel plans and updates clearly with employees, project managers, and vendors. + Track travel costs and support adherence to project budgets. + Troubleshoot and resolve travel disruptions in real time. + Maintain accurate travel records, itineraries, and documentation. + Support logistics coordination for remote site access as needed. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: + 1u20133 years of experience in travel coordination, logistics, or administrative support in a fast-paced environment. + Demonstrated ability to quickly learn systems and processes and contribute with minimal training. + Experience coordinating travel arrangements, including flights, lodging, and ground transportation. + Organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and short-term deadlines. + Ability to adapt to changing schedules, weather delays, and evolving project needs. + Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Teams) and general booking platforms. + Communication skills and ability to coordinate effectively with staff and vendors. + Prior experience supporting short-term or seasonal projects. + Familiarity with Alaska travel logistics or remote site coordination. + Experience managing last-minute travel changes or high-volume scheduling needs. + Availability to start immediately and commit for the full duration of the temporary assignment. Physical and Mental Demands: + Frequent walking, standing, twisting & turning upper body, safe distant and good near vision, and good hearing. + Occasionally lifting and carrying of equipment or materials weighing up to 50 pounds. + Occasionally pushing and pulling equipment or materials up to 50 pounds. + Ability to work in outdoor environments, including uneven terrain and varying weather conditions. + Visual acuity and manual dexterity required for data collection, equipment use, and documentation. + Mental focus and alertness needed to follow safety procedures and accurately complete field tasks. + Ability to work long hours in remote field locations as required by project needs. Working Conditions: + Walking on slippery and uneven surfaces. + Ability to walk up and down stairs. + Comfortable working alone or independently. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening and/or random drug screen, and must follow UICu2019s Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements. If the position requires, an applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background history check. All post-secondary education listed on the applicantu2019s resume/application may be subject to verification. Where driving may be required or where a rental car must be obtained for business travel purposes, applicants must have a valid driver license for this position and will be subject to verification. In addition, the applicant must pass an in-house, online, driving course to be authorized to drive for company purposes. UIC is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics EOE/D/V. In furtherance, pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and federal contractual requirements, UIC and its subsidiaries may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to UIC Shareholders and their Descendants, based on the provisions contained within The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity postershere (. All candidates must apply online at , and submit a completed application for all positions they wish to be considered. Once the employment application has been completed and submitted, any changes to the application after submission may not be reviewed. Please contact a UIC HR Recruiter if you have made a significant change to your application. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), persons unable to complete an online application should contact UIC Human Resources for assistance . The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) Ukpeau0121vik Iu00f1upiat Corporation (UIC) is the village corporation of Utqiau0121vik, Alaska and is recognized as one of Alaskau2019s top 10 companies with approximately 4,400 employees nationwide and revenues above $1 Billion annually. UIC is projected to grow substantially in the coming years to become a top 3 company in Alaska by 2030. As a proud Alaska Native Corporation, our success brings growth and benefits to our Iu00f1upiat shareholders. The size and diversity of our operations means we have a broad variety of career opportunities. UIC and its subsidiaries are committed to and strive for safety, quality, business ethics, and shareholder value. We offer competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short/long term disability, and 401(k) retirement plans as well as paid time off programs for eligible full-time employees. Eligible part-time employees are able to participate in the 401(k) retirement plans and state or contract required paid time off programs. Join our Talent Community Join our Talent Community (to receive updates on new opportunities and future events. Requisition ID _2026-25139_ Category _Research & Scientific_ Location : Location _US-AK-Anchorage_ Travel Requirement _N/A_