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Company Name : State of Alaska
Location : Juneau, AK
Position : Project Assistant (N21014)
Job Description : The Department of Administration, Office of Public Advocacy is recruiting for a Project Assistant in Juneau!
The position is in the General Government Unit (GGU) at range 16.
What you will be doing:
This position is responsible for the overall coordination of the Juneau CASA Program, to include outreach and recruitment of volunteers; screening, training and retention activities; data collection and reporting; and grant management. This program will also be expanding to include volunteers in Ketchikan and Sitka. This position reports to the State Director of Alaska CASA and works in conjunction with Guardians ad Litem and program staff around the state to see more children/youth served by CASA volunteers.
In your role you will have direct influence on the local Juneau CASA Program. As part of the team you will be included in statewide decisions on the function and direction of Alaska CASA.
Our organization, mission and culture:
CASA Programs throughout Alaska recruit, train, and oversee volunteers who are tasked with becoming an expert on minors who are the subject of open child in need of aid (CINA) cases to ensure focused best interest advocacy for the children/youth involved in assigned cases. Our purpose is to make a positive difference in the life of children/youth who have experienced abuse and/or neglect.
Under Alaska CASA there are 4 local CASA Programs located in Anchorage, Mat-Su Valley, Fairbanks, & Juneau. Each local program has a local program coordinator who is a part of the greater Alaska CASA team. Local Program Coordinators and the State Director of Alaska CASA work collaboratively to ensure each program reaches as many children/youth as possible and to ensure each local program is given the ability to recruit, train, and oversee volunteers in a way that meets the local standards regarding best interest advocacy as well as standards identified by the National CASA Association. Members of the CASA team are committed to ensuring children and youth in abuse and neglect cases receive the best possible best interest advocacy through the work of CASA volunteers. Our hope is that each volunteer be the “expert” on the children/youth involved in the cases they are assigned. We embrace the values of cultural humility, the worth of every child/youth, honoring volunteers, striving for program excellence, and acting with integrity.
The benefits of joining our team:
A great benefit of joining the CASA team is know that you are making a difference in the lives of children/youth who have experienced abuse and/or neglect. This is a chance to work independently, implement ideas, and to be a part of the greater Alaska CASA team. Because you can see the direct impact of CASA volunteers in a child’s life, this job brings a tremendous amount of personal satisfaction. Additionally, this position works regularly with a small, dedicated group of individuals who are as excited as you are to help this program grow.
The working environment you can expect:
The position is at the Juneau Office of Public Advocacy (OPA) civil office in a private office next to OPA staff Guardians ad Litem & Public Guardians. Some travel for recruitment & training throughout Southeast may be required as we expand to communities throughout Southeast. There may also be the occasional trip to the Anchorage area for training and team building exercises.
Who we are looking for:
To be successful in the position the candidate will need the following core competencies:
Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to work effectively and establish rapport with a diverse range of people.
Initiative: Ability to work independently, sees what needs to be done and does it, takes advantage of opportunities, and can set and accomplish goals.
Problem Solver/Strategic Thinker: Views things from multiple perspectives and understands the bigger pictures. Demonstrates a broad repertoire of ways to think about, understand, and creatively handle complex ideas, problems, and situations.
To truly excel in this position a candidate will have to develop the following competencies:
Building Collaborative Relationships: The ability to develop, maintain, and strengthen partnerships with others inside or outside the organization who can provide information, assistance, and support.
Empowering Others: The ability to convey confidence in volunteers’ ability to be successful, especially at challenging new tasks; guiding and mentoring volunteers as they work on assigned cases.
Minimum Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in any field.
AND EITHER
One year of technical experience where the primary purpose of the job is to perform research and/or data interpretation and apply and disseminate technical, statutory and regulatory requirements for agency use or to the public.
OR
One year of technical experience in community development, research, social services, economics, public administration, planning, or a closely related field.
OR SUBSTITUTION:
Five years in any combination of post-secondary education and technical experience where the primary purpose of the job is to perform research and/or data analysis, interpret, explain, and apply statutory and regulatory requirements, and disseminate technical information for agency use or to the public. (3 semester or 4 quarter hours of post-secondary education are equal to one month of experience).
Additional Required Information
**INFORMATION REGARDING YOUR APPLICATION**
RESIDENT REQUIREMENT
This position is open to Alaska Residents only. Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.
COVER LETTER
A cover letter is required. At the time of application, you must attach a brief (one page or less) cover letter describing how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position and that you have good use of punctuation and grammar. Please attach the cover letter as a separate document to your application before applying online. If unable to attach to your application, email your cover letter, after submitting your application, to the contact provided in the job posting prior to the closing date of this recruitment. Your cover letter will be reviewed as a preliminary writing sample and used to help determine which applicants will advance to the interview stage of the recruitment and selection process.
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF INTERVIEW
College transcripts (if using education to meet the minimum qualifications)
Three professional references, two who have had supervisory experience over you, including current email and/or daytime phone number
Three most recent performance evaluations or letters of recommendation
EDUCATION
If post-secondary education is required to meet the minimum qualifications, you must fill in the Education and Training section of the Applicant Profile. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of credit hours earned in the Degrees Obtained field. Copies of transcripts will be required at the time of interview.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION
Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the minimum qualifications listed above. 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. post-secondary institution 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 post-secondary institution. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
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.
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.
WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE
Questions regarding application submission (including account creation) 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 listed in the Contact Information section below.
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.
Contact Information
Jin Chong, Administrative Officer 1
jin.chong@alaska.gov
Careers with the State of Alaska offer MANY benefits
The following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the State of Alaska. Actual benefits received may differ by bargaining unit or branch of government, position type, or be prorated for other than full time work.
For a quick breakdown of the insurance, health, and retirement benefits available for State Employees you can view an orientation video from Division of Retirement and Benefits. (Please note this video is specifically designed for new State Employees.)
Insurance Benefits Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental The following employee groups are under AlaskaCare Benefits administered by the State: See http://doa.alaska.gov/drb/programs/index.html for additional information. AVTEC Confidential Correctional Officers Marine Engineers Mt. Edgecumbe Teachers Supervisory Unlicensed Vessel Personnel/Inland Boatman’s Union Exempt employees (not covered by collective bargaining) The following employee groups are covered by Union health trusts. Contact the appropriate Union for additional information. General Government Labor, Trades and Crafts Public Safety Employees Association Masters, Mates & Pilots Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit)Optional Insurance Benefits Group-based insurance premiums for Term life (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents) Long-term and short-term disability Accidental Death and Dismemberment Long-term care (self and eligible family members) Supplemental Survivor Benefits Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses
Retirement Benefits Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Teachers’ Retirement System (TRS) Matching employer contribution into a defined contribution program (new employees) Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program (current employees) Contributions to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan in lieu of contributions to Social Security Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Program Note: The Defined Contribution Plan, Supplemental Annuity Plan and Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment optionsSee http://doa.alaska.gov/drb/retirement/index.html for additional information
Paid Leave & Other Benefits Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served Eleven paid holidays a year Gym discounts at participating fitness providers in multiple locations throughout the state.
See http://doa.alaska.gov/drb/ghlb/employee/health/gymListing.html for additional information
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