Alaska Local Government & Community Impact Specialist

State of Alaska; Bethel (AK); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Part-time telework

Flexible schedules

Every-other Friday off

Job summary

State of Alaska seeks a Local Government Specialist to advise rural communities on elections, budgeting, emergency response, and utility services across Alaska. The role emphasizes relationship-building, travel, and applying Alaska Statute Title 29 to local government needs.

The position offers flexible telework options, varied schedules, and opportunities to lead workshops and training sessions for adults, with travel to remote regions as part of the role.

Qualifications

• Experience addressing community needs in rural Alaska
• Ability to meet people where they are and provide real support
• Led workshops or training sessions for adults, in person or remote
• Clear communication of rules, policies, or regulations to diverse audiences
• Hands-on experience with accounting software and interpreting budgets in government/nonprofit settings

Responsibilities

• Travel across Alaska to engage with rural communities and provide hands-on support
• Assist with local elections, financial management, emergency response, and utility services
• Build relationships and act as a trusted resource on statutes and compliance

Skills

Rural communities understanding

Meeting people where they are

Adult training delivery

Explain policies clearly

Accounting software experience

Analytical thinking

Oral and written communication

Public service motivation

Reading comprehension

Advocacy

Self-management

Teaches others

Technical competence

Tools

QuickBooks

Job description

State of Alaska seeks a Local Government Specialist to advise rural communities on elections, budgeting, emergency response, and utility services across Alaska. The role emphasizes relationship-building, travel, and applying Alaska Statute Title 29 to local government needs.

The position offers flexible telework options, varied schedules, and opportunities to lead workshops and training sessions for adults, with travel to remote regions as part of the role.