Seafood recruitment and hiring

Looking to hire deckhands from Alaska for commercial fishing?

Job fairs and recruitment events

Employers in cities around Alaska will often host recruitment events to meet staffing needs. These events may be held specifically for one employer or for multiple employers in varying industries. To see when and where they take place, visit our Seafood Job Fairs and Recruitments webpage.

Employers

To effectively assist you in connecting with qualified jobseekers, all recruitment activities are to be conducted through the AlaskaJobs system. This ensures compliance with state regulations and allows us to provide comprehensive support.

Please submit your job postings via AlaskaJobs at https://alaskajobs.alaska.gov. If you need assistance with creating or managing your employer account, or have questions about the process, please contact your nearest Alaska Job Center. You can also reach out to the Anchorage Seafood Employment Office at (800) 473-0688, (907) 269 – 4746, or (907) 269 – 4520 or e-mail dol.seafood@alaska.gov for guidance.

When applying for seafood processing jobs

When you apply for seafood processing jobs, bring identification that meets I-9 employment eligibility requirements.

If you apply directly, you may be asked to fax the documentation.

If you are not a U.S. citizen, you must provide your U.D. work permit.

Companies may require a drug screen and a physical.

last updated: November 28, 2025