Living & Working in Kotzebue
Kotzebue sits at the tip of the Baldwin Peninsula, in the middle of Kotzebue Sound, which is in turn fed by the Noatak, Selawik, and Kobuk rivers. This is the Arctic, and weather will be harsh, but the country is spectacular. The Inupiaq have called it home for more than 4,000 years, subsisting on sea mammals along the coast, and on caribou inland. This lifestyle remains a vital part of the local culture. Today, visitors come from around the world to enjoy the scenic rivers, the caribou hunting and outdoor photography. The finest sheefishing through the ice is within walking distance of the office.
Kotzebue is a city in the Northwest Arctic Borough with a population of roughly 3,000 residents. Kotzebue has a dry subarctic climate with long, somewhat snowy, and very cold winters, and short, mild summers. Kotzebue is supported by jet service via Alaska Airlines though Ralph Wien Memorial Airport. Rural carriers connect to outlying areas and villages. Kotzebue supports world-class hunting, fishing, and camping, hiking, skiing, and all types of water sports.