JOB
This Individual Position is Exempt from the Hiring Freeze. Qualified Applicants are Encouraged To Apply.
Effective July 1, 2026 the wage for this position increased by 2.5%.
The wage listed in this job posting reflects the increase.
Welcome to the Department of Health.
We’d be delighted to have you join our team.
If you envision yourself in this role and are ready to start an exciting career with us, apply today!
This position is open to Alaskan Residents only.Please check out the residency definition
to determine if you qualify.
This position is currently located in Juneau.
The position may be in Anchorage, Bethel, Fairbanks, Homer, Juneau, Kenai, Ketchikan, Kodiak, Nome, Sitka, or Wasilla, depending upon the location of the most qualified candidate.
Are you someone who enjoys taking on challenges with rewards?
Are you looking to advance your career?
If yes, we would like to invite you to join one of our dynamic teams at the Division of Public Assistance.
We invite you to watch our "Welcome to DPA" video here:https://vimeo.com/1023052645?share=copy
What you will be doing:
In this position, you will serve as the Division of Public Assistance's senior policy project manager and program policy advisor. You will lead complex policy development and implementation of initiatives affecting multiple public assistance programs and serve as a subject matter expert in federal and state program requirements.
You will be responsible for managing policy and regulatory projects from concept through implementation, coordinating with program, operational, systems, legal, and executive leadership staff to ensure policy changes are implemented accurately, consistently, and in compliance with state and federal requirements.
Our organization, mission, and culture:
The Division of Public Assistance (DPA) is dedicated to supporting Alaskans in need by providing basic living assistance and promoting self-sufficiency. We treat individuals and families with respect and strive to help them achieve greater independence while valuing their cultural, geographic, and economic diversity. We are responsible managers of the public programs entrusted to us. We aim to achieve success by focusing on continuous improvement.
The benefits of joining our team:
The Division of Public Assistance is devoted to developing and sustaining a quality workforce by developing staff and encouraging career advancement within the agency. You will have the opportunity to develop skills and build knowledge and competencies to assist you in your future career goals. We believe in your career growth and advancement opportunities within our division.
We provide a competitive benefits package, flexible work schedules, and job stability.
The working environment you can expect:
Working with us offers a unique and ever-changing experience that is both challenging and rewarding. Our aim is to develop a more modern and adaptable system that can better serve Alaskans.
Who we are looking for:
The ideal candidate will possess some or all of the following position-specific competencies in addition to the minimum qualifications listed below:
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Compliance: Knowledge of procedures for assessing, evaluating, and monitoring programs or projects for compliance with Federal laws, regulations, and guidance.
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Project Management: Knowledge of the principles, methods, or tools for developing, scheduling, coordinating, and managing projects and resources, including monitoring and inspecting costs, work, and contractor performance.
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Research: Knowledge of the scientific principles, methods, and processes used to conduct a systematic and objective inquiry, including study design, collection, analysis, and interpretation of data, and the reporting of results.
Special Notice:
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May require Travel both within and outside of the State of Alaska.
To view the general description and example of duties for this job class, please go to the following link and search for Public Assistance Programs Officer: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Competency-Based Minimum Qualifications Instructions
This job class uses competency-based minimum qualifications.
Please ensure your application (through work history, volunteer experience (duties summary), training, education, licenses, certifications, etc.) supports how you have gained the knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors (competencies) and that you possess the minimum required competencies for the job class.
Competency Description
The competency description(s) listed below have been designed to promote a common understanding of the essential elements of the job class. They highlight the more general and customary knowledge, skills, abilities (KSAs), tasks, and behaviors used to describe the competency. They typically list expectations rather than specific tasks and are to be used only as parameters and guidelines. A competency’s description is not intended to exclusively define every KSA, task, and behavior needed to successfully meet the competency, but rather to provide the manager/agency with a broad reference of options as to how an applicant can meet the job expectation.
Please ensure your application (through work history, training, education, licenses, certifications, etc.) supports/demonstrates that you possess the minimum required competencies for the job class.
Minimum Qualifications:
Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities in
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Federal and state laws, regulations, and policies governing the administration of public assistance programs;
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Budgetary and fiscal practices related to public assistance programs; and
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Public relations, personnel administration, and office practices, methods and procedures
equivalent to those typically gained by:
Professional experience in the administration of public assistance programs; interpretation of public assistance eligibility requirements or regulations; or administration, management, or supervision of an automated medical payment system, such as may be gained in a hospital, large medical clinic, or medical insurance company. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
For specific information in reference to the position, feel free to contact the hiring manager at: Erik Ross / Chief, Division Outreach Support Team and Policy
Phone: (907) 744-9939
Email: [email protected]