MMIP Commission Coordinator/Program Coordinator 1 (12-2172)

The recruitment is exempt from the hiring freeze (Administrative Order 358)

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his recruitment is open only to current Department of Public Safety employees or those having transfer or rehire rights to this job classification**

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

The Program Coordinator for the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons (MMIP) Review Commission is responsible for supporting Commission activities to address MMIP issues, managing the professional service contracts for the commission, and conducting needs assessments.

The position ensures compliance with state and federal laws, aligning Commission recommendations with legislative mandates, and fostering collaboration between state, tribal, and community stakeholders. It also supports the development of policies and strategies aimed at improving public safety, enhancing investigative resources, and advocating for the families of missing and murdered Indigenous persons across Alaska.

OUR ORGANIZATION, MISSION, AND CULTURE:

The Department of Public Safety is dedicated to preserving peace, enforcing laws, preventing and detecting crime, and protecting life and property in its mission to ensure public safety.

As the Program Coordinator for the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons (MMIP) Commission, you will play a crucial role in this mission. You will help facilitate interagency collaboration, develop policies and programs, conduct research, and support public awareness and education initiatives specifically aimed at reducing the number of missing and murdered indigenous persons.

THE BENEFITS OF JOINING OUR TEAM:

Joining the Department of Public Safety means becoming part of a team that exemplifies the core values of loyalty, integrity, courage, compassion, leadership, and accountability while serving the great state of Alaska. In this fast-paced environment, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with an exceptional team of dedicated professionals, both civilian and commissioned. By joining us, you will further develop skills in community outreach, collaboration building, policy development, and teamwork.

THE WORKING CONDITIONS YOU CAN EXPECT:

This position will work in the Department of Public Safety Headquarters building in east Anchorage. The location has numerous walking trails nearby, ample parking, and easy access to public transportation. Travel will be required on occasion to support the duties of the MMIP Commission.

This position may be eligible for a hybrid schedule following completion of the probation period.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

Listed below under Minimum Qualifications.

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.

More information about the Department of P

ublic Safety can be found on our website:

http://dps.alaska.gov/