Local Government Specialist ; PCNs 216113 & 085115

Overview

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 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 Local Government Specialist position comes with several optional perks including part‑time telework, flexible work schedules, and every‑other Friday off.

As a Local Government Specialist, you'll be part of a supportive team, whether collaborating in person or connecting remotely. 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!

• Understanding the unique challenges and strengths of rural communities.
• Knowing how to meet people where they are and offer real support that makes a difference.
• Experience leading workshops or training sessions for adults, face‑to‑face or remotely (e.g., Zoom, MS Teams).
• Expressed confidence explaining rules, policies, or regulations clearly to community members, coworkers, or government officials, both written and spoken.
• Demonstrated hands‑on experience with accounting software (Quick Books or Quicken) and ability to interpret budgets or financial statements, especially in a government or nonprofit setting.

Local Government Specialist 1 (Range 13)

• Any combination of education and/or experience that provides competencies in administration and management, analytical thinking/problem solving, oral and written communication, public service motivation, and reading comprehension.
• Equivalent experience typically gained by post‑secondary education or experience in accounting, budget administration, financial services, social services, public administration, legal or paralegal services, grant development, or providing administrative support.

Local Government Specialist 2 (Range 15)

• Completion of the Local Government Specialist Flex 1 Training Plan or equivalent experience providing competencies in analytical thinking/problem solving, oral and written communication, public service motivation, and reading comprehension.
• Equivalent experience typically gained by the same fields as above.

Local Government Specialist 3 (Range 17)

• Completion of the Local Government Specialist Flex 2 Training Plan or equivalent experience providing competencies in advocacy, self‑management, teaching others, and technical competence.
• Equivalent experience typically gained by the same fields as above.

“Competencies” means a combination of interrelated knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors that enable a person to act effectively in a job or situation. “Typically gained by” refers to the prevalent, usual method of gaining the competencies expected for entry into the job.

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 a written exercise scored up to 20 points: 5 points for following instructions, 5 for written skills, 5 for editing/proofreading skills, and 5 for content.

At the time of interview, provide:

• Three references with current contact information, two of which must be former supervisors.
• Last three performance evaluations (if available).

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