The Native Village of Kotzebue will be closed on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, in observance of Veterans Day. Our offices will reopen on Thursday, November 12, 2026. Quyana.
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Tribal government · Kotzebue
Native Village of Kotzebue
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Federally recognized tribal government representing the Qikiqtaġruŋmiut of the Kotzebue area.
Source: kotzebueira.org
From the organization’s page · Tribal government serving the Inupiaq people of Qikiqtagruk.
Source: Organization’s page
Contact & hours
Phone
907-442-3467
Call Native Village of KotzebueAddress
600 Fifth Ave., Kotzebue, Alaska 99752; mailing: PO Box 296, Kotzebue, Alaska 99752-0296
DirectionsOrganization’s page says · 600 Fifth Avenue, Kotzebue, AK, United States, 99752 · source · Checked Oct 19, 2026
Website
kotzebueira.org
Open websiteOrganization’s page
facebook.com/kotzebueira
Open their pageSources: kotzebueira.org 2 (checked Oct 12, 2026) · Organization’s page (checked Oct 19, 2026) · Official website (checked Oct 19, 2026)
Service area1
Kotzebue
Source: kotzebueira.org
Posts mention1
Kotzebue
Communities named in their posts and events — not a declared service area.
Current notices1
Upcoming events1
Regular Council Meeting of the Native Village of Kotzebue Tribal Council
Tue, Nov 10 · 11:00 AM AKST
NWABSD Board Room · Kotzebue
Hosted by Native Village of Kotzebue
Services & programs30
Native Village of Kotzebue
Who can applyDeceased AN/AI who resided in the service area 6+ consecutive months, income/need-based
Where600 Fifth Ave., Kotzebue, AK 99752
Native Village of Kotzebue
Who can applyAN/AI tribal members residing in the Kotzebue service area with insufficient income/resources
Where600 Fifth Ave., Kotzebue, AK 99752
NVOK Elders Traditional Food Hunter Support Program
Who can applyEnrolled tribal member hunters supporting elders 60+ in Kotzebue jurisdiction
Where600 Fifth Ave., Kotzebue, AK 99752
Native Village of Kotzebue Housing Dept
Who can applyAN/AI tribal members with Kotzebue as primary residence, meeting income/ownership/CIB requirements
Where600 Fifth Ave., Kotzebue, AK 99752
NVOK Direct Employment Services
Who can applyAN/AI tribal members, 18+, 31+ days Kotzebue residency, HS diploma/GED, demonstrated financial need
Where600 Fifth Avenue, Kotzebue, AK 99752
Sources: kotzebueira.org 2 3 4 5 (last checked Sep 28, 2026 · Update pending)
Job posts3
Current Employment Opportunities
A few updates with our NVOK TEAM! The Native Village of Kotzebue is hiring! We have opportunities available in several areas: • Realty • Administration • Nikaitchuat • Tribal Family Services • Housing https://www.kotzebueira.org/careers/ Come join our team and help serve the Iñupiaq people of Qikiqtagruk! Applications: Drop off your application in person or email helena.hildreth@qira.org.
Current Employment Opportunities
COME JOIN THE NVOK TEAM! The Native Village of Kotzebue is hiring! We have opportunities available in several areas: • Realty • Administration • Nikaitchuat • Tribal Family Services • Housing https://www.kotzebueira.org/careers/ Come join our team and help serve the Iñupiaq people of Qikiqtagruk! Applications: Drop off your application in person or email helena.hildreth@qira.org. We look forward to welcoming new team members to NVOK!
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Current Employment Opportunities
COME JOIN THE NVOK TEAM! The Native Village of Kotzebue is hiring! We have opportunities available in several areas: • Realty • Tribal Courts • Nikaitchuat • Tribal Family Services. https://www.kotzebueira.org/careers/ Come join our team and help serve the Iñupiaq people of Qikiqtagruk! **Applications:** Drop off your application in person or email helena.hildreth@qira.org. We look forward to welcoming new team members to NVOK!
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Latest updates7
The Native Village of Kotzebue will be closed on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, in observance of Veterans Day. Our offices will reopen on Thursday, November 12, 2026. Quyana.
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A few updates with our NVOK TEAM! The Native Village of Kotzebue is hiring! We have opportunities available in several areas: • Realty • Administration • Nikaitchuat • Tribal Family Services • Housing https://www.kotzebueira.org/careers/ Come join our team and help serve the Iñupiaq people of Qikiqtagruk! Applications: Drop off your application in person or email helena.hildreth@qira.org.
This October, NVOK is honored to spotlight Ruth Nelson, whose life reflects the strength of our Iñupiaq culture, the importance of family, and the wisdom passed down through generations. Ruth, whose maiden name is Kowunna, carries the Iñupiaq names Immullasuk and Qimatchuq. Some of her favorite childhood memories are the stories her father shared, which have stayed with her throughout her life. Her parents taught her important life skills, including sewing and baking. Today, she is proud to see the love of baking continue through her daughter and granddaughter. Among the Iñupiaq Values closest to Ruth’s heart are Knowledge of Language and Love for Children. She hopes younger generations will continue learning traditional hunting, sewing, and carving skills that help preserve our culture, traditions, and Iñupiaq foods. Quyanaqpak, Ruth, for sharing your story and reminding us of the importance of preserving our language, traditions, and Iñupiaq way of life for future generations.
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Departments & offices18
Tribal & Family Services
Provides family advocacy, case management and child welfare representation.
Who it servesNative families; Indian Child Welfare Program serves members of the tribe.
General Assistance
Helps meet food, shelter and heat needs after other resources have been used.
Who it servesAN/AI tribal members in the Kotzebue service area without sufficient income/resources; apply to all other resources first.
How to get helpDownload General Assistance Application and Landlord Shelter Statement; complete and return to the office; work with staff on a self-sufficiency plan.
Burial Assistance
Provides minimum burial expenses when no other resources are available.
Who it servesDeceased AN/AI person meeting federal criteria, without sufficient resources, who lived in the service area for the last six consecutive months.
How to get helpExtended family or surviving spouse may use the Burial Assistance Application linked on the page.
Emergency Services
Helps with essential needs after fire, flood or other destruction makes a home unlivable.
Who it servesRed Cross referral required; other resources must be exhausted; excludes transportation and evictions.
How to get helpDownload General Assistance Application, check Emergency, and deliver to the tribal office or mail to PO Box 296, Kotzebue, AK 99752.
Transportation / Roads Resources
Plans and maintains tribal roads and transportation improvements.
Realty Program
Assists with restricted land transactions, probate and estate planning.
Who it servesLandowners of restricted property within tribal jurisdiction.
How to get helpContact the office for probate or will assistance; transaction-specific application forms are linked on the page.
Environmental
Conducts research, education and advocacy on tribal environmental priorities.
Nikaitchuat Iḷisaġviat
Provides Iñupiaq language immersion and cultural education.
Enrollment
Processes tribal membership applications and maintains membership records.
How to get helpDownload Enrollment Eligibility, Family Tree and Enrollment Application; contact the Enrollment Department about requirements.
Housing
Offers home repair, renovation, new construction and winter emergency help; manages Iglut Senior Apartments.
Who it servesKotzebue primary residents with ownership or 25-year lease, household income proof and CIBs; HUD income limits and criminal-history screening apply.
How to get helpUse Housing Assistance Application or Application for Winter Emergency Repair linked on the page.
Cultural Resources / NAGPRA
Supports identification and return of ancestral remains to tribal resting places.
Elders Traditional Food Support Hunter
Supports hunters who share traditional foods with enrolled tribal elders age 60 and older in Kotzebue.
Who it servesHunters must be enrolled tribal members residing in Kotzebue for at least 30 days.
How to get helpSubmit a complete signed application and agree to complete a program report.
Tribal Broadband Connectivity Program
Provides income-based discounts on household internet through OTZ Telephone.
Who it servesQualified tribal member households residing in Kotzebue; income verification for household members over 18 required.
How to get helpComplete the Broadband Connectivity Program application and submit it at the NVOK main-office front desk.
Community Wellness / Healthy Families
Provides prevention, education, advocacy and support for family and community wellness.
Energy Program
Plans energy efficiency, renewable energy and resilient infrastructure projects.
Adult Vocational Training Grant
Helps pay costs of accredited vocational-technical training for employment.
Who it servesEnrolled NVK members residing in Kotzebue 31+ days; age 18 or parental authorization; financial need and employment-training need; CIB of at least one-quarter AN/AI blood; additional rules apply.
How to get helpDownload AVT Application and Guidelines; apply at least ten days before training starts.
Higher Education Scholarship
Helps eligible members pay costs of a postsecondary degree.
Who it servesEnrolled Kotzebue IRA members with financial need; CIB of at least one-quarter AN/AI blood; age 18 or parental authorization; qualifying institution required.
How to get helpDownload Higher Education Application and Program Guidelines; submit a complete application before the posted deadline.
Direct Employment Services
Offers limited first-month start-up support for new or full-time employment.
Who it servesAN/AI recognized-tribe members in Kotzebue 31+ days; age 18, underemployed, marketable skill, financial need and diploma/GED; CIB and other documentation required.
How to get helpDownload or pick up Direct Employment Services Application; deliver to the tribal office or mail to PO Box 296, Kotzebue, AK 99752.
Sources: kotzebueira.org 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 (checked Oct 12, 2026)
Public meetings & records1
Regular Council Meeting of the Native Village of Kotzebue Tribal Council
Tue, Nov 10 · 11:00 AM AKST
NWABSD Board Room · Kotzebue
Hosted by Native Village of Kotzebue
Schedules
Higher Education Scholarship deadlines
Fall/autumn: August 15; spring/winter: January 15; spring quarter: March 15; summer semester/quarter: June 15/30. · Education Department
Sources: kotzebueira.org (checked Oct 12, 2026)
Good to know
- The tribe is commonly called Kotzebue IRA, referring to the Indian Reorganization Act.
- NVOK is used by the tribe on its program pages.
- Qikiqtaġruk is the local place name for Kotzebue; Qikiqtaġruŋmiut names the people represented by the tribe.
- The broadband page says 600 3rd Avenue, while its footer and Contact page say 600 Fifth Ave.; confirm the office location before visiting.
Sources: kotzebueira.org 2 3 (checked Oct 12, 2026)
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Sources & corrections
- Official pages (kotzebueira.org)Read · Checked Oct 12, 2026
- About the organization, from its pageRead · Checked Oct 19, 2026
- Posts and event flyers collected by OlenHubRead
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