Administrative Officer 1 (PCN 161009)

State of Alaska•Juneau, AK

9h•Hybrid

About The Position

This position supports over 200 employees and a $44 million budget through financial management, procurement, and personnel actions. The role involves collaborating with another Administrative Officer 1 to manage approximately 100 positions each and providing backup support. The position contributes to high-impact areas such as the Commissioner’s Office and the IT section. The Department of Health's mission is to advance the health, well-being, and independence of Alaskans, and this role directly supports that mission by guiding resources for lifesaving programs. The team is described as collaborative, forward-thinking, and values input and innovation, with recognition for contributions and encouragement for professional development. After completing the probationary period, employees are eligible for a hybrid work schedule, with the option to work remotely for up to two days per week. The work environment is centrally located in downtown Juneau, near amenities and attractions.

Requirements

Competency in Administration and Management: Knowledge of planning, coordination, and execution of business functions, resource allocation, and production.
Competency in Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving: Uses a logical, systematic, sequential approach to address problems or opportunities or manage a situation by drawing on one’s knowledge and experience base and calling on other references and resources as necessary.
Competency in Financial Management: Prepares, justifies, and/or administers the budget for program areas; plans, administers, and monitors expenditures to ensure cost-effective support of programs and policies; assesses financial condition of an organization.
Competency in Oral and Written Communication: Expresses information effectively to individuals or groups, considering the audience and nature of the information; makes clear and convincing oral and written presentations; listens to others and responds appropriately.
Any combination of preparatory post-secondary education and/or experience providing administrative support to a business or organization, business administration, public administration, finance, banking, accounting, industrial relations, marketing, human resource management, logistics and supply chain management, or a similar business field.
Application must support how competencies have been gained through work history, volunteer experience, training, education, licenses, or certifications.

Nice To Haves

Alaska Procurement Officer Certification, Level I
Valid driver's license

Responsibilities

Play a key role in supporting over 200 employees and a $44 million budget through effective financial management.
Lead procurement efforts to ensure teams have the tools and resources they need to succeed.
Guide and support staff through personnel actions, helping foster a positive and efficient workplace.
Collaborate with another Administrative Officer 1 to manage approximately 100 positions each and provide backup support as needed.
Contribute to the success of high-impact areas like the Commissioner’s Office and IT section through strong administrative expertise.