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Public Assistance Programs Officer (Senior Policy Project Manager-PCN 068028 )

State of Alaska · Juneau, AK · 3 wk ago
Project ManagementFull-time

Job Description

This Individual Position is Exempt from the Hiring Freeze. Qualified Applicants are Encouraged To Apply.

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. 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.

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.

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.

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.

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

Minimum Qualifications

  • Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities in- Federal and state laws, regulations, and policies governing the administration of public assistance programs;
  • Budgetary and fiscal practices related to public assistance programs; and
  • 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;
  • 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.

Additional Required Information

  • Please provide a one-page technical writing sample that shows your ability to draft policy.
  • Three (3) professional references, whom we may contact by phone, are required. One (1) of these references must be your current or most recent supervisor, if not already provided in the application.
  • A copy of Resume
  • A copy of academic transcripts (unofficial is okay; please ensure that the institution name/URL is listed on the transcripts) is used to support that you meet the minimum qualification competencies.

Special Notice

  • May require Travel both within and outside of the State of Alaska.

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