What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Assistant to the Commissioner 2 position at State of Alaska?
This recruitment is open to Alaska Residents only.
The Department of Commerce, Community and Economic Development, Division of Office of the Commissioner is recruiting for a Special Assistant to the Commissioner 2 located in Anchorage!
The Department of Commerce, Community and Economic Development, Division of Office of the Commissioner is recruiting for a Special Assistant to the Commissioner 2 located in Anchorage!
What you will be doing:
Working as a Special Assistant to the Commissioner 2 you will act at the direction of the Commissioner and on behalf of the Commissioner. This position serves as the department’s Public Information Officer (PIO) and manages the voice and brand of the Department, ensuring all communication materials adhere to the department standards. This position also manages special projects and prepares briefings on various subjects for the Commissioner. In this position you will:
- Serve as the department spokesperson for all media inquiries, ensuring they are responded to in a timely manner
- Draft, edit, and publish all department press releases and op-eds, working with program staff when appropriate for technical information
- Coordinate any media briefings, press conferences, or media opportunities that involve the department
- Compile, draft, and disperse the department’s quarterly newsletter
- Manage the department’s social media presence
- Draft and implement department communication plans
- Draft talking points/presentation on behalf of the Commissioner
- Monitor news cycles for stories impacting the department
- Review and approve public speaking opportunities department-wide
- As directed, act on the Commissioner’s behalf as liaison with departmental units and outside agencies to coordinate the collection and distribution of information
- Represent the Commissioner in a variety of sensitive areas and serve on commissions, boards, and committees when delegated to do so
- Complete assignments at the direction of the Commissioner, including representing the Department in situations that may be difficult or divisive, maintaining a high degree of professionalism
- Initiate, conduct, or lead in-depth management projects and studies to assist in executive level decision-making and management processes
- Participate in department strategy and decision-making meetings that may include the Commissioner, Deputy Commissioner, and Division Directors.
The successful candidate will demonstrate discretion while engaging in the deliberative process as a senior member of the Department’s leadership team.
Our organization, mission, and culture:
The Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development's mission statement is to "Promote a healthy economy, strong communities, and protect consumers in Alaska." The State of Alaska is open for business and the department provides both advocacy for business development and support agencies to facilitate the regulation and protection of its constituents.
This position offers paid leave accrual, competitive health, vision, and dental plan, along with a comprehensive retirement plan. The Special Assistant to the Commissioner 2 is exempt from bargaining unit restrictions. This position works in a diverse, fast-paced office with frequent interface with the business community and international dignitaries looking to improve trade relations with Alaska. The successful candidate will be performing meaningful work that directly affects the economy and well-being of Alaska.
The working conditions you can expect:
Located on the 15th floor of the Atwood Building, you will enjoy a panoramic view of downtown Anchorage, Mt. Susitna aka Sleeping Lady, and the Knik Arm. Great dining, shopping, the Park Strip, Anchorage Museum, and Atwood Concert Hall are all within short walking distance from the office. Covered parking at the Linny Pacillo parking garage is provided free. When you come to work, you will be walking into a calm and respectful work environment where everyone knows your name. The Commissioner's Office promotes a culture of trust and provides an opportunity to be a member of a high-performing team.
Who we are looking for:
To be successful in the position a candidate will need the following core competencies:
Accountability: Holds self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost- effective results. Determines objectives, sets priorities, and delegates work. Accepts responsibility for own actions and decisions, and demonstrates a commitment to accomplishing work in an ethical, efficient, and cost-effective manner. Complies with established control systems and rules.
Adaptability: Adjusts planned work by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to address multiple demands and competing priorities in a changing environment.
Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving: Uses a logical, systematic, and 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.
Decision Making: Makes sound, well-informed, and objective decisions; perceives the impact and implications of decisions; commits to action, even in uncertain situations, to accomplish organizational goals; causes change.
External Awareness: Understands and keeps up to date on local, national, and international policies and trends that affect the organization and shape stakeholders' views; is aware of the organization's impact on the external environment.
Strong Communications skills - both written and verbal - communicates information in a brief, clear, and organized manner; produces written information, which may include technical material that is appropriate for the intended audience.
If this sounds like your skill-set, please email your complete application packet to dcced.commissioner@alaska.gov
Minimum Qualifications
Positions in this job class are in the partially exempt service in accordance with AS 39.25.120(c)(6).
Background and credentials specific to the requirements of individual positions will receive primary consideration on a position-by-position basis.
Additional Required Information
Documents to submit to be considered for this position:
- Please submit a current and professional resume that includes a complete list of your work history;
- A cover letter outlining how you meet the desired minimum qualifications for this position, address the above job responsibilities, and describe your knowledge, skills, and abilities as bulleted above. This cover letter will be used to determine which applicants will move on to the interview process; and
- Post-secondary transcripts, if using to meet the desired minimum qualifications.
If you are selected to advance to the interview phase of the recruitment process, you must provide the following at the time of the interview:
- Copies of your most recent evaluation(s); and
- Three (3) professional references who have had supervisory responsibility over you along with their daytime contact phone numbers.
Special requirement of this position:
This position may require travel.
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
For specific information about the position please contact the hiring manager:
Hiring Manager: Caro Rosier-Polley
Title: Executive Assistant
Phone Number: (907) 465-2500
Email: caro.rosier-polley@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 https://drb.alaska.gov/help/plans.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
- The following employee groups are under AlaskaCare Benefits administered by the State: See https://drb.alaska.gov/help/plans.html for additional information.
- 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 options
See https://drb.alaska.gov/retiree/ for additional information
Paid Leave & Other Benefits- Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served
- Twelve (12) paid holidays a year
