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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 Boards Support Section is recruiting for a Fish and Game Regulatory Program Assistant (Regional Coordinator) located in Nome or Kotzebue, Alaska!

What you will be doing:

The position serves as the regional coordinator for the Arctic Region which is responsible for providing support to 9-12 local fish and game advisory committees (ACs) and serving as a point of contact for the fish and game regulatory process involving the Boards of Fisheries and Game (boards). The primary responsibilities include coordinating AC meetings by communicating regularly with the chairpersons, members, and ADF&G staff; facilitating AC membership and local community elections; encouraging public and agency participation; providing travel arrangements for AC members to attend meetings; and ensuring regulatory and policy compliance for the advisory committee program. Our mission, values and culture: The mission of the ADF&G Boards Support Section is to facilitate an effective board and public process for the state's fish and wildlife regulatory system. A core service of the section is to ensure citizens participating in the fish and game regulatory process have clear and helpful information in advance to help them engage effectively. As regional coordinator for the Arctic Region, the incumbent contributes to the section's mission and goals by serving as the region liaison to communicate information about the regulatory process to the ACs and the public so they can engage fulling in the process. The position facilitates the work of 9-12 ACs in the Arctic Region that provide input to the Boards of Fisheries and game on regulatory changes. The position is one of seven positions around the state who assist the 84 fish and game advisory committees and the public in the fish and game regulatory process. The program is widely recognized for its neutral facilitation in this important, public process. In terms of agency value, the Alaska Department of Fish & Game strives for a diverse and inclusive workforce where safety and wellbeing are paramount and employees at all levels promote a culture where everyone is valued, treated equitably, and treated respectfully. The benefits of joining our team: The ADF&G Boards Support team is a small, close-knit group of hard-working professionals dedicated to helping individuals navigate the advisory committee system and the regulatory process. Team members communicate regularly to support one another and discuss best practices for the program. The work involved with this position is very rewarding as it plays an important role in engaging the public in the management decisions of Alaska's fisheries and wildlife resources. It also provides an opportunity to travel around the state, learn about local and agency perspectives on fish and wildlife resource issues, and build professional relationships with users of the resources and other agency staff. Regional coordinators also work together with the executive directors at 1-3 board meetings located around the state each annual cycle. To help the incumbent succeed in this position, support and training is provided by fellow regional coordinators, the boards' executive directors, and the administrative staff. The working environment you can expect: This position is located at the ADF&G building in either Kotzebue or Nome, Alaska. It is a full-time, seasonal position working up to eight months, approximately September through April. The work environment is primarily office work as well as attending AC and board meetings off site; overtime accrual is necessary. Daily office work involves regular communication with the AC members, agency representatives, and the public about the AC system, the fish and game regulatory process, and board procedures; preparing and ensuring proper public notice is provided for all AC meetings and elections; providing guidance to the ACs and the public to comply with program related regulations and policies; maintaining multiple AC rosters and distribution lists; preparing and distributing AC meeting information; and performing a variety of administrative tasks including processing AC travel paperwork. The selected individual will be assigned to attend one to three Board of Game & Fisheries meetings to provide staff support which includes set up and tear down of meeting equipment and assisting the public and advisory committee members with the board process. Periods of travel to meetings throughout the region are expected, and overtime accrual is necessary.

Who we are looking for:

We are looking for an individual with the following competencies/knowledge, skills, and abilities: The ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally, including with the public, organizations, and agency staff. (Your cover letter and clarity in your application will be used as a writing sample.) Experience in understanding and explaining regulations, rules & policies to the public or other audiences. The ability to establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with other agency staff, program users, and the community. Experience in coordinating and arranging public or other types of meetings including public distribution of notices and meeting material and providing travel arrangements. Familiarity and experience with Zoom or Teams meeting platforms is strongly desired. Strong organization skills and the ability to work independently on multiple tasks with many deadlines and responsibilities. The ability to perform administrative and accounting functions, including travel approval and reimbursement paperwork, and compiling basic budget estimates To view the general description and example of duties for a Fish and Game Regulatory Program Assistant, please go to the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/

Alaska/classspecs Special Note:

A valid driver's license is required. High school graduation or the equivalent AND Three years of work experience which includes one year of experience in one or a combination of the following capacities: Working with or assisting a board, commission, advisory council, advisory committee, corporation, or governmental agency; OR Providing information and/or data to groups which have competing demands or interests on the same recreational or environmental resource; OR Explaining policies and procedures to and/or eliciting, exchanging, and evaluating detailed information from a diverse audience.

Substitution:

Post-secondary education or vocational education may substitute for two years of the non-specific work experience. (Three semester or four quarter hours of post-secondary education are equal to one month of experience; 150 hours of vocational education are equal to one month of experience.)

Special Note:

Specific positions may require bilingual ability.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Provide at time of application: Cover Letter If selected, please provide the following at the time of the interview: Two (2) letters of professional reference. Transcripts, if using to meet minimum qualifications (unofficial copies are accepted). A list of three (3) professional references with current phone numbers.

COVER LETTER A

cover letter is required for this position. Cover letter highlighting competencies specific to the position Please attach the cover letter to your application before submitting it online or, if unable to attach to your application, fax or email it to the contact provided in the job posting. Your cover letter will be used to help determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process.

EDUCATION

To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competences, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competencies for a position and are required. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts).

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's 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 aids 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. NOTICE If you choose to be contacted by email, please ensure your email address is correct on your application and that the spam filter will permit email from the 'govermentjobs.com' domains. For information on allowing emails from the 'governmentjobs.com' domains, visit the Lost Password Help page located at https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword .

WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE

Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465-4095 if you are located in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to recruitment.services@alaska.gov. For applicant password assistance please visit: https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager:

Kari Winkel Phone:

(907) 465-6098

Fax:

(907) 465-6094 kari.winkel@alaska.gov