Administrative Assistant 3 – Fire Management & Finance Lead

State of Alaska; Fairbanks (AK); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Natural Resources, Division of Forestry & Fire Protection in Fairbanks is recruiting for an Administrative Assistant 3. This full-time role supports the Fire Management Officer and units in the Fairbanks Area, with responsibilities spanning HR, budgeting, procurement, and supervision of two Office Assistant 2s and one Account Technician 1.

The position requires Alaska residency and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Journey-level administrative duties across HR, accounting, administration and procurement.
• Experience with timesheet calculations, payroll-related entries, and budgeting.
• Ability to develop procedures and guidelines per manuals and SOPs.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel during fire season.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to the Fire Management Officer and staff in Fairbanks.
• Supervise and evaluate two Office Assistant 2s and one Account Technician 1.
• Assist with budget management, procurement, and travel arrangements.
• Coordinate with incident teams and state policies during emergencies.
• Perform advanced administrative duties and maintain internal controls.

Skills

Adaptability

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Financial Management

Oral and Written Communication

Education

Post-secondary education

Job description

The Department of Natural Resources, Division of Forestry & Fire Protection in Fairbanks is recruiting for an Administrative Assistant 3. This full-time role supports the Fire Management Officer and units in the Fairbanks Area, with responsibilities spanning HR, budgeting, procurement, and supervision of two Office Assistant 2s and one Account Technician 1.

The position requires Alaska residency and a valid driver’s license.