Program Coordinator

ALASKA RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR EMPLOYMENT AT THIS TIME.

The Alaska Department of Public Safety (DPS), Commissioner's Office, Office of Tribal Affairs is seeking a Program Coordinator I to support tribal liaison initiatives and strengthen relationships with Alaska Native tribes, communities and organizations. This position serves as an advisor to the Commissioner's Office, promoting meaningful consultation and collaboration with tribal communities statewide. Responsibilities include planning and implementing program initiatives, assisting with Native cultural awareness training, and advancing government-to-government relations to enhance cultural competency and program effectiveness.

The mission of the Division of Alaska State Troopers (AST) is to preserve the peace, enforce the law, prevent and detect crime, and protect life and property. Within the Department of Public Safety’s Commissioner’s Office, the Office of Tribal Affairs, the Tribal Liaison works in partnership with Alaska Native tribes, tribal organizations, and communities to enhance public safety and advise the Commissioner’s Office.

This position strengthens core mission components by responding to citizen concerns, supporting current and relevant training for law enforcement and criminal justice agencies, and improving communication and collaboration with Alaska Native communities.

The Alaska State Troopers staff is a close-knit team. You will have the opportunity to serve remote communities in ways that positively impact the daily lives of Alaskans across the state. In addition, you will be given the opportunity to contribute to the Departments initiative to develop partnerships and increase communication between the Department, tribal leadership and communities in Alaska.

This position works from the Office of Tribal Affairs;
Commissioner's Office located in the DPS Headquarters building on Tudor Road in Anchorage. The location has a stunning view of the Chugach mountains, is close to biking trails and has easy, accessible parking. The DPS headquarters building has over 150 employees which allows ample opportunity to develop professional relationships. The position requires an ability to thrive with a high degree of independence within a team environment which is supportive, professional, and friendly.

A hybrid telework agreement may be available after a probationary period.

• Interpersonal Skills
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  Essential for building and maintaining relationships with Alaska tribes, tribal organizations, and diverse communities.
• Organizational Awareness
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  Critical for understanding the department's mission, policies, and how to navigate the organizational structure.
• Problem Solving
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  Necessary for identifying and resolving challenges that arise in tribal consultation and program initiatives.
• Adaptability
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  Important for adjusting to changing tribal needs and department priorities.
• Integrity/Honesty
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  Fundamental for maintaining trust and ensuring ethical interactions with tribal governments and organizations.

The Department of Public Safety strives to preserve the peace, enforce the law, prevent and detect crime, and protect life and property. All positions support or carry out the Department's mission. If our mission interests you and this position embodies your strengths.

Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the applicant with competencies in

• Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving: uses a logical, systematic, sequential approach to address problems or opportunities or manage…