CJIS Program Lead & Public Safety Data Strategist

State of Alaska; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Alaska, Department of Public Safety, is seeking a Bureau Chief for Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) in Anchorage. The role provides statewide leadership, vision, and strategic direction within the Division of Statewide Services.

The Bureau Chief will oversee essential programs, manage contracts and federal grants, mentor staff, and collaborate with partner agencies to advance public safety data sharing while ensuring compliance with state and federal requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience leading state-level programs and initiatives.
• Strong strategic planning and vision for data management.
• Familiar with public safety data systems and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide statewide leadership for CJIS program and set strategic direction.
• Oversee essential programs including sex offender registry, criminal history repository, licensing initiatives, and records management.
• Mentor staff, manage contracts and federal grants, ensure financial compliance.
• Collaborate with partner agencies to advance public safety data sharing.

Skills

Leadership

Program oversight

Fiscal management

Collaboration

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in public administration or related field

Job description

State of Alaska, Department of Public Safety, is seeking a Bureau Chief for Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) in Anchorage. The role provides statewide leadership, vision, and strategic direction within the Division of Statewide Services.

The Bureau Chief will oversee essential programs, manage contracts and federal grants, mentor staff, and collaborate with partner agencies to advance public safety data sharing while ensuring compliance with state and federal requirements.