Local Government Specialist Flex; PCN

Job Posting:
Local Government Specialist

Want to make a real difference in Alaska's rural communities, and get paid to travel while you're at it?

We're looking for someone who's excited to work hands-on with communities throughout Alaska, helping them thrive by offering support in everything from local elections and financial management to emergency response and utility services. You'll be a trusted advisor, a relationship-builder, and a go-to resource on everything from Alaska Statute Title 29 to providing safe drinking water.

You'll build strong relationships, explore diverse regions of Alaska, and play a key role in making local government work better for everyone. If you're passionate about community impact and love variety in your day-to-day, this might be your perfect fit. Apply now and be a catalyst for change.

The benefits of joining our team:
The Local Government Specialist position comes with several optional perks including part-time telework, flexible work schedules, and every-other Friday off.

The working environment you can expect:
As a Local Government Specialist, you'll be part of a supportive team, whether you're collaborating in person or connecting remotely. At the same time, you'll have freedom to own your work, take initiative, and work independently. We're all about teamwork, but we trust you to lead yourself.

We're searching for someone who brings a mix of real-world experience, solid communication skills, and a passion for learning. If some of these sound like you, we want to hear from you!

Specific knowledge, skills and abilities we are looking for:

• You understanding the unique challenges and strengths of rural communities.
• You know how to meet people where they are and offer real support that makes a difference.
• You've led workshops or training sessions for adults, whether face-to-face or remotely over platforms like Zoom or MS Teams.
• You're confident explaining rules, policies, or regulations clearly, whether you're talking to community members, coworkers, or government folks. Written or spoken, you know how to get your point across.
• You've got hands-on experience with accounting software (like Quick Books or Quicken) and can interpret budgets or financial statements without breaking a sweat, especially in a government or nonprofit setting.

Salary: $1,988.25 - $2,607.75 Biweekly

Location:

Fairbanks, AK

Job Type: Full Time

Opening Date: 09/23/2026

Closing Date: 10/5/2026 at 5:00 PM Alaska

Position Open To Alaska Residents Only Bargaining Unit General Government Range 13/15/17

COVER LETTER

Provide a cover letter detailing your experience teaching adults and/or writing or proofreading technical documents, municipal or tribal documents, or financial documents.

Interviews may be conducted in person or via Zoom and will include two (2) exercises. The first exercise will be to create a presentation on a local government issue with both visual and oral components. The second exercise will be a written exercise.

If selected, please provide the following at the time of the interview:

SALARY INFORMATION

Local Government Specialist 1:
Biweekly amount: $1988.25

Local Government Specialist 2:
Biweekly amount: $2268.00

Local Government Specialist 3:
Biweekly amount: $2607.75

FLEXIBLY STAFFED

This position is flexibly staffed. The level of the job offer will be based on the selected candidate's credibly possessed and proven competencies. If hired at the lower level, you will be promoted to the higher level after successfully completing the training plan and demonstrating competency in the work.

EDUCATION

If post-secondary education is required to meet the minimum qualifications, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials if used to meet the minimum qualifications for a position. Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of interview.

WORK EXPERIENCE

If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer's name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to…