Apprentice Carvers (2)

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1 Apprentice Carvers (2) Two (2) Independent Contractor positions are available for the totem pole project work based on a grant funded apprentice / mentor carving program. Please note, this is not full-time work. Contracts are for the work of a 40-foot totem pole carving. Summary of Contract Opportunity Works under the supervision of the Project Manager, Master Carver, Lead Carver, and Mentor Carver to shape and interpret designs according to project drawings, models if utilized, for the creation of a 40-foot in length totem pole. The apprentice carvers must be willing to work with students as assigned and to interact with visiting school classes to explain and interpret traditional arts, the culture, the history and the Tlingit clans of the area. Interest, knowledge and experience with traditional carving and culture preferred. Knowledge or familiarity with Tlingit language helpful. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Under the guidance of the Project Manager, Mentor Carver, Lead Carver, and Master Carver will work both outside and indoors, with power and hand tools, to rough out, shape, finalize, paint and prepare the totem pole to be erected in Douglas, Alaska. Will maintain a safe and secure working area, both indoors and out, and will interact with visiting groups, discussing area history and Tlingit culture. Qualifications Requires interest in traditional Tlingit carving, culture, and stories, and a willingness to relate positively to school and other visiting groups. Includes the ability to work in a team, work with students and other volunteers, and to follow the guidance of the project leaders, be trainable, be reliable, and to help meet the goals of the project. Must pass a Juneau School District background check. Applications Due: January 15, 2017 Apprentice Carver (10/2016) v0.01 1

2 APPRENTICE CARVER APPLICATION APPLICATION PROCEDURES, SUBMIT: 1. Complete Application 2. Cover Letter addressed to: GHF Totem Project Committee 3. Resume 4. Sample pictures of art work or statement of interest in same 5. At least two (2) letters of reference related to ability to work on this project 6. Submit to: APPLICANT INFORMATION Last First MI DOB: Mailing Address Apartment/Unit # City State ZIP Code Are you a citizen of the United States? If no, are you authorized to work in the U.S.? Have you ever worked for this company? If yes, when? Have you ever been convicted of a felony? If yes, explain: Apprentice Carver Application (10/2016) v0.01 1

3 EDUCATION High School: Graduation year: College: Field of Study Degree: Other/Vocational: Field of Study Degree/Certificate: PREVIOUS EMPLOYMENT Apprentice Carver Application (10/2016) v0.01 2

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5 REFERENCES Please list three professional references. DISCLAIMER & ACKWLEDGEMENT I certify that my answers are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. If this application leads to employment, I understand that false or misleading information in my application or interview may result in my release. Signature: Date: Apprentice Carver Application (10/2016) v0.01 4