Program Coordinator 1 (12-4427)

Program Coordinator 1

The Department of Public Safety (DPS) Village Public Safety Officer (VPSO) division is seeking a Program Coordinator 1 to refine tribal liaison initiatives and strengthen relationships with Native Tribes. This position serves as a primary advisor to the VPSO Director, promoting consultation and collaboration with Alaska tribes, tribal organizations, and Native communities, while supporting government-to-government relationships and outreach. The role also involves planning, developing, and implementing program initiatives, as well as coordinating VPSO training, equipment, and supplies to enhance cultural competency and program effectiveness.

The mission of the VPSO division is to work in partnership with nonprofit regional corporations and Alaska Native organizations for training and employment of village public safety officers. In communities associated with the VPSO program, citizens receive immediate response to emergencies without delays caused by weather or distance. VPSO work closely with Alaska State Troopers, and provide law enforcement, emergency medical response, search and rescue operations, fire prevention and suppression, disaster preparedness and response, public safety education, and community policing.

The VPSO division staff is a close-knit team made up of a director, statewide coordinator, training manager and administrative support. The division and the regional VPSO programs are a priority for Department's rural public safety mission, and you will have the opportunity to serve remote communities in ways that make positive impacts on the daily lives of Alaskans across the state. In addition, the following list describes some of the typical benefits available to employees of the State of Alaska. More details are available here:

• Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental, plus employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health or dependent care expenses.
• Employer paid basic life insurance with additional coverage available, and group-based insurance premiums for term life, long/short-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment, long-term care, and supplemental survivor benefits.
• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), and matching employer contributions into a defined contribution program for new employees, and contributions to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan in lieu of contributions to Social Security.
• 11 paid holidays a year and personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served.
• An Employee Assistance Program and optional enrollment in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Program and much more!

This position works from the VPSO division central office located in the DPS Headquarters building on Tudor Road in Anchorage. The location has a stunning view of the Chugach mountains, is close to biking trails and has easy, accessible parking. The DPS headquarters building has over 150 employees which allows ample opportunity to develop professional relationships. The position requires an ability to thrive with a high degree of independence within a team environment which is supportive, professional, and friendly. A hybrid telework agreement may be available after a probationary period.

The ideal candidate has education and/or experience in these core competencies:

• Interpersonal Skills : Essential for building and maintaining relationships with Alaska tribes, tribal organizations, and diverse communities.
• Organizational Awareness : Critical for understanding the department's mission, policies, and how to navigate the organizational structure.
• Problem Solving : Necessary for identifying and resolving challenges that arise in tribal consultation and program initiatives.
• Adaptability : Important for adjusting to changing tribal needs and department priorities.
• Integrity/Honesty : Fundamental for maintaining trust and ensuring ethical interactions with tribal governments and organizations

The Department of Public Safety strives to preserve the peace, enforce the law, prevent and detect crime, and protect life and property. All positions support or carry out the Department's mission. If our mission interests you and this position embodies your strengths, please consider joining our team.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the applicant with competencies in Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving, Compliance, Decision Making, Planning and Evaluating.

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.

A cover letter is NOT required for this position. Your complete application will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process.

This position requires the incumbent to submit to a fingerprint based criminal history background check. Due to the sensitive nature of this position, and required access to APSIN, an applicant with criminal convictions will not move forward in the selection process.

The successful candidate will be required to read, understand, and agree to via signature, an agreement of confidentiality concerning the work commonly encountered within the Department of Public Safety to qualify for this position.

To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competencies, 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 with each application. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts). Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of interview; if not, transcripts will be required before employment.

Applications will be reviewed to determine if minimum qualifications are met. Therefore, all work experiences the applicant is using to meet minimum qualifications for this position must be documented in the application package. Please include the employer's name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether the employment was full or part-time. Applicants who submit packages that do not provide sufficient information to demonstrate minimum qualifications are met may not advance in the selection process.

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.

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.

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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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 [email protected].

For specific information about the position, feel free to contact the hiring manager at:

Amber Barney, Administrative Assistant 2, Phone: 907-269-5493, [email protected]