Fish and Game Regulatory Program Assistant (Regional Coordinator )

Job Description

This position is open to Alaska Residents only.

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The Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Division of Boards Support Section is recruiting for a Fish and Game Regulatory Program Assistant (Regional Coordinator) located in Nome or Kotzebue, Alaska!

What you will be doing:

The position serves as the regional coordinator for the Arctic Region which is responsible for providing support to 9-12 local fish and game advisory committees (ACs) and serving as a point of contact for the fish and game regulatory process involving the Boards of Fisheries and Game (boards).  The primary responsibilities include coordinating AC meetings by communicating regularly with the chairpersons, members, and ADF&G staff; facilitating AC membership and local community elections; encouraging   public and agency participation; providing travel arrangements for AC members to attend meetings; and ensuring regulatory and policy compliance for the advisory committee program.

Our mission, values and culture:

The mission of the ADF&G Boards Support Section is to facilitate an effective board and public process for the state's fish and wildlife regulatory system. A core service of the section is to ensure citizens participating in the fish and game regulatory process have clear and helpful information in advance to help them engage effectively.

As regional coordinator for the Arctic Region, the incumbent contributes to the section's mission and goals by serving as the region liaison to communicate information about the regulatory process to the ACs and the public so they can engage fulling in the process.  The position facilitates the work of 9-12 ACs in the Arctic Region that provide input to the Boards of Fisheries and game on regulatory changes.

The position is one of seven positions around the state who assist the 84 fish and game advisory committees and the public in the fish and game regulatory process. The program is widely recognized for its neutral facilitation in this important, public process.

In terms of agency value, the Alaska Department of Fish & Game strives for a diverse and inclusive workforce where safety and wellbeing are paramount and employees at all levels promote a culture where everyone is valued, treated equitably, and treated respectfully.

The benefits of joining our team:

The ADF&G Boards Support team is a small, close-knit group of hard-working professionals dedicated to helping individuals navigate the advisory committee system and the regulatory process. Team members communicate regularly to support one another and discuss best practices for the program.  The work involved with this position is very rewarding as it plays an important role in engaging the public in the management decisions of Alaska’s fisheries and wildlife resources. It also provides an opportunity to travel around the state, learn about local and agency perspectives on fish and wildlife resource issues, and build professional relationships with users of the resources and other agency staff.

Regional coordinators also work together with the executive directors at 1-3 board meetings located around the state each annual cycle.

To help the incumbent succeed in this position, support and training is provided by fellow regional coordinators, the boards’ executive directors, and the administrative staff.

The working environment you can expect:

This position is located at the ADF&G building in either Kotzebue or Nome, Alaska. It is a full-time, seasonal position working up to eight months, approximately September through April.

The work environment is primarily office work as well as attending AC and board meetings off site; overtime accrual is necessary.

Daily office work involves regular communication with the AC members, agency representatives, and the public about the AC system, the fish and game regulatory process, and board procedures; preparing and ensuring proper public notice is provided for all AC meetings and elections; providing guidance to the ACs and the public to comply with program related regulations and policies; maintaining multiple AC rosters and distribution lists; preparing and distributing AC meeting information; and performing a variety of administrative tasks including processing AC travel paperwork.

The selected individual will be assigned to attend one to three Board of Game & Fisheries meetings to provide staff support which includes set up and tear down of meeting equipment and assisting the public and advisory committee members with the board process. Periods of travel to meetings throughout the region are expected, and overtime accrual is necessary.

Who we are looking for:

We are looking for an individual with the following competencies/knowledge, skills, and abilities:

The ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally, including with the public, organizations, and agency staff.  (Your cover letter and clarity in your application will be used as a writing sample.)

Experience in understanding and explaining regulations, rules & policies to the public or other audiences.

The ability to establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with other agency staff, program users, and the community.

Experience in coordinating and arranging public or other types of meetings including public distribution of notices and meeting material and providing travel arrangements. Familiarity and experience with Zoom or Teams meeting platforms is strongly desired.

Strong organization skills and the ability to work independently on multiple tasks with many deadlines and responsibilities.

The ability to perform administrative and accounting functions, including travel approval and reimbursement paperwork, and compiling basic budget estimates

To view the general description and example of duties for a

Fish and Game Regulatory Program Assistant,

please go to the following link:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs

Special Note:

A valid driver's license is required.

Minimum Qualifications

High school graduation or the equivalent

AND

Three years of work experience which includes one year of experience in one or a combination of the following capacities:

Working with or assisting a board, commission, advisory council, advisory committee, corporation, or governmental agency;

OR

Providing information and/or data to groups which have competing demands or interests on the same recreational or environmental resource;

OR

Explaining policies and procedures to and/or eliciting, exchanging, and evaluating detailed information from a diverse audience.

Substitution:

Post-secondary education or vocational education may substitute for two years of the non-specific work experience. (Three semester or four quarter hours of post-secondary education are equal to one month of experience; 150 hours of vocational education are equal to one month of experience.)

Special Note:

Specific positions may require bilingual ability.

Additional Required Information

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Provide at time of application:

Cover Letter

If selected, please provide the following at the time of the interview:

Two (2) letters of professional reference.

Transcripts, if using to meet minimum qualifications (unofficial copies are accepted).

A list of three (3) professional references with current phone numbers.

COVER LETTER

A cover letter is required for this position. Cover letter highlighting competencies specific to the position Please attach the cover letter to your application before submitting it online or, if unable to attach to your application, fax or email it to the contact provided in the job posting. Your cover letter will be used to help determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process.

EDUCATION

To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competences, you must fill in the Education section o