Administrative Officer 2 (PCN 10-3002)
State of AlaskaAbout the role
Posting number: 54661
Department: Natural Resources
Division: Agriculture
Job classification: Administrative Officer 2
Posting type: Open
Categories: Accounting and Finance, Human Resources, Purchasing, Payroll/Benefits Administration
Summary
The Department of Natural Resources, Division of Agriculture, is recruiting for an Administrative Officer 2 in Palmer.
This position is open to Alaska Residents only.
Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.
What You Will Be Doing:
This role oversees all administrative functions within the Division of Agriculture, including managing budgets, accounting, human resources, procurement, travel arrangements, and finances. The ideal candidate must possess strong self-management skills, keen attention to detail, and effective problem-solving capabilities. In addition to supervising two Administrative Assistants, the position also provides technical direction across various areas—such as payroll, expenditures, grant payments, budget forecasting, and travel—for two components.
Mission and Values/Culture:
The Department of Natural Resources is dedicated to the responsible development, conservation, and optimal use of Alaska's natural resources in the public interest. The Division of Agriculture is committed to promoting and advancing the agriculture industry within the State. This position supports the Division's objectives by assisting the Director’s management team and delivering comprehensive administrative support across all key functions.
Benefits of Joining Our Team:
Our team comprises dedicated professionals committed to delivering exceptional public service. We strive for excellence, continually advancing our knowledge and expertise, and appreciate the strong interest in Alaska agriculture across all sectors. Upon demonstrating proficiency in their responsibilities, team members are granted significant autonomy.
The Working Environment You Can Expect:
The Palmer office, located at 1801 S. Margaret Dr., Palmer, AK 99645, offers a daily work environment full of varied and distinctive situations that call for creative problem-solving. This role supports the Division's mission by assisting the Director and management staff, while delivering administrative support across all primary administrative functions.
We are looking for a candidate who possesses the following position-specific competencies.
- Self-Management: Sets well-defined and realistic personal goals; displays a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment towards completing assignments in a timely manner; works with minimal supervision; is motivated to achieve; demonstrates responsible behavior.
- Problem Solving: Identifies and analyzes problems; weighs relevance and accuracy of information; generates and evaluates alternative solutions; makes recommendations.
- Attention to Detail: Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
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