Alaska Local Government Specialist — Remote & Flexible

Commerce, Community, and Economic Development; Bethel (AK); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Part-time telework

Flexible schedules

Every-other Friday off

Job summary

Alaskajobs is seeking a Local Government Specialist to travel across Alaska, advising communities on elections, budgeting, emergency response, and utilities. You will build relationships, communicate clearly, and translate complex regulations into practical guidance.

The role emphasizes hands-on community work with flexible telework options and the ability to work independently while collaborating with a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Understands the challenges and strengths of rural communities.
• Knows how to meet people where they are and offer real support that makes a difference.
• Led workshops or training sessions for adults, in person or remote (Zoom/MS Teams).
• Can explain rules, policies, or regulations clearly to diverse audiences, written or spoken.
• Has hands-on experience with accounting software and interpreting budgets or financial statements in government/nonprofit settings.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with communities across Alaska to support local government functions.
• Provide advisory support in areas like elections, financial management, emergency response, and utilities services.
• Lead workshops and training sessions for adults, in-person or remotely, to enhance capacity.

Skills

Rural communities understanding

Public engagement

Workshop facilitation

Clear communication

Accounting software (QuickBooks/Quiken

Education

Post-secondary education & experience in accounting/budget/financial services/public administration

Tools

QuickBooks

Quicken

Job description

Alaskajobs is seeking a Local Government Specialist to travel across Alaska, advising communities on elections, budgeting, emergency response, and utilities. You will build relationships, communicate clearly, and translate complex regulations into practical guidance.

The role emphasizes hands-on community work with flexible telework options and the ability to work independently while collaborating with a supportive team.