Program Coordinator 1 (PCN 112253)

This position is open to Alaska Residents only.
Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.

The Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Division of Wildlife Conservation is recruiting for a Program Coordinator 1 located in Anchorage, Fairbanks, Juneau, or Palmer!

What you will be doing:

This statewide position will provide promotion, coordination, support, and public outreach to support mission delivery and increase funding (alternative revenue)opportunities. The incumbent will utilize social media, information technologies, out-of-state advertising, personal contact and other strategies to support outreach efforts, identify and partner with NGOs and others to promote the brand (Division of Wildlife Conservation) and the product (wildlife recreation opportunities); focus specific efforts to enhance revenue to support the division's mission; and engage in programs and projects that recruit and retain customers.

Our organization, mission, and culture: 

The mission of the Division of Wildlife Conservation is to conserve and enhance Alaska's wildlife and habitats and provide for a wide range of public uses and benefits. The Alaska Department of Fish & Game strives for a diverse and inclusive workforce where safety and well-being are paramount and employees at all levels promote a culture where everyone is valued, treated equitably, and treated respectfully. The incumbent's work will directly benefit the agency with the relationships they build with our partners and the mission support and non-traditional revenue that is enhanced due to these efforts. The revenue that is generated can be matched with federal Pittman-Robertson funds to allow for greater flexibility in the use of traditional fish and game funds.

Benefits of joining our team: 

The Partner Outreach Coordinator is part of DWC Headquarters staff and provides an opportunity to work with DWC partners and others to provide support for the mission and identify opportunities for generating alternative revenue. As part of the DWC team, the position will work with other division staff, department leadership team members, and a variety of ADF&G friends, supporters, and partner organizations. The position will work independently and include non-traditional working hours and travel to and attendance at partner events throughout Alaska and outside the state. There will be opportunities for the incumbent to build important relationships with others inside and outside of the department that will enhance their career potential and increase their value to the agency.

The working conditions you can expect:

The position will be located in either the Juneau, Anchorage, Fairbanks or Palmer Regional office and will also spend a substantial amount of time away from the office either meeting with partners and/or attending events to support the mission and fundraising efforts. Location is dependent on available office space, and the position is eligible for telework. In this position the incumbent will be in regular contact with our traditional partners (e.g., Outdoor Heritage Foundation of Alaska, Wild Sheep Foundation, Safari Club International, etc.) and others. The work hours and time spent in the office will be variable and depend on the travel and attendance at events and meetings hosted by partner organizations and others.

• Requires travel within the state (often one or two trips a month of up to two days length)and occasional travel outside the state (generally to one or more of the lower 48 states). 

Who we are looking for:

We are looking for an individual with the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Ability to establish, develop, and maintain effective working relationships with agency staff, partner organizations, user groups, and the public.
• Good planning/organizational skills are necessary; strong oral and written communication skills are recommended for success.
• Knowledge and ability to apply social media, information technologies, marketing tactics, communication networks, and other platforms to promote and deliver DWC mission and product.
• Ability to work independently, multi-task efficiently, communicate effectively with others and coordinate multiple program components/support activities.
• Willingness and ability to work irregular schedules including some weekends, evenings, overnight stays, and occasional multiple-day trips away from home and the office.

Special Note:
A valid driver's license is required.

This position may be in possession of, or have access to, firearms/ammunition.

Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the applicant with competencies in

Equivalent to those typically gained by:

Training from an accredited college or university in any field and/or progressively responsible experience assisting with planning, coordinating, and implementing administrative controls, work processes, and/or procedures for a program, project, business, or organization.

Special Note: 

“Competencies” means a combination of interrelated knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors that enable a person to act effectively in a job or situation.  

“Typically gained by” means the prevalent, usual method of gaining the competencies expected for entry into the job.  

“Training” and “education” are synonyms for the process of acquiring knowledge and skills through instruction. It includes instruction through formal and informal methods (such as classroom, on-line, self-study, and on-the-job), from accredited and unaccredited sources, and long-duration (such as a post-secondary degree) and short-duration (such as a seminar) programs.

“Progressively responsible” means indicating growth and/or advancement in complexity, difficulty, or level of responsibility.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Please provide at time of application submission:

• Cover Letter

If selected, please provide the following at the time of the interview:

• Copies of all college transcripts (unofficial copies are acceptable), if being used to meet the minimum qualifications.
• The names and phone numbers of three (3) professional/work-related references.
• Your last two (2) performance evaluations or two letters of reference if evaluations are not available.

COVER LETTER

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS

For your application to be evaluated you must answer the Supplemental Questions.  Be specific in your answers and tell us how you acquired the relevant experience. Please use complete sentences and proof-read your submissions when answering the supplemental questions. Your responses will be considered a writing sample and will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment process.

FIREARMS

This position requires the use or possession of a firearm or ammunition. In accordance with the federal Omnibus Consolidated Appropriations Act of 1997 (PL 104-208), if you have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, you may not hold this position. 

A "misdemeanor crime of domestic violence" is an offense that is (1) a misdemeanor under Federal or state law; and (2) has, as an element, the use or attempted use of physical force, or the threatened use of a deadly weapon, committed by a current or former spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim, by a person with whom the victim shares a child in common, by a person who is cohabiting with or has cohabited with the victim as a spouse, parent, or guardian, or by a person similarly situated to a spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim. 

If you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, do NOT apply for this position.

EDUCATION 

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION 
Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence.

WORK EXPERIENCE

If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.

NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume or CV" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.

MULTIPLE VACANCIES 

This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies.

EEO STATEMENT

The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.

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For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager:

Ryan Scott

DWC Director

(907) 465-4191

Ryan.scott@alaska.gov