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Assistant Director | Government Jobs page has loaded.What you will be doing:The Assistant Director works alongside the Director in connecting the State of Alaska with the Alaska Congressional Delegation, federal agencies, and the White House Office of Intergovernmental Affairs. By effectively communicating the Governor's policy priorities, this position ensures that Alaska's voice is heard and respected at the national level. In addition to fostering and strengthening vital relationships with federal entities, international organizations, corporations, and the general public, the Assistant Director is dedicated to keeping a pulse on essential state and federal issues. By closely monitoring legislative actions and administrative decisions, this role empowers the state to respond proactively and strategically to emerging challenges. The Assistant Director actively gathers critical information pertaining to Alaska's interests and ensures its timely distribution to the relevant state staff, enhancing informed decision-making and promoting the best interests of Alaskans.The benefits of joining our team:Our office offers a dynamic, team-oriented atmosphere dedicated to providing the constituents of Alaska with excellent customer service and the utmost respect. Although our team is small, we work with a wide variety of individuals across all state departments. You will have an opportunity to use your skills in writing, editing, and coordinating to prepare information from the Policy Team, Departments, and other Staff for preparing the Governor's communications. This position offers Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), the Supplemental Annuity Plan (SBS), health insurance, twelve paid holidays annually, and accrued paid leave.The working environment you can expect:This position is located on the third floor of the Hall of States Building in the heart of Capitol Hill in Washington, DC. Our daily working environment is fast-paced and teamwork oriented. At times this position will cover the front desk greeting constituents and answering calls, however that is not the primary focus of this role. There is some overtime required depending on the time of year and office needs.Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree from an accredited college or relevant experience year-for-year.OrAny combination of education and/or experience that provides the applicant with competencies in:Accountability: Holds self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effectiveresults. Determines objectives, sets priorities, and delegates work. Accepts responsibility for own actions and decisions. Complies with established control systems and rules.Adaptability: adjusts planned work by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to address multiple demands and competing priorities in a changing environment.Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving: uses a logical, systematic, sequential approach to address problems or opportunities or manage a situation by drawing on one's knowledge and experience base and calling on other references and resources as necessaryAttention to Detail: Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detailInterpersonal Skills: Treats others with courtesy, sensitivity, and respect. Considers and responds appropriately to the needs and feelings of different people in different situations.Legal, Government, and Jurisprudence: Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, legal practices and documents, Government regulations, Executive orders, agency rules, Government organization and functions, and the democratic political process.Manages and Organizes Information: Identifies a need; gathers, organizes, and maintains information; determines its importance and accuracy, and communicates it by a variety of methods.Oral Communication: Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.Reading Comprehension: Understands and interprets written material, including technical material, rules, regulations, instructions, reports, charts, graphs, or tables; applies what is learned from written material to specific situations.Research: Knowledge of the scientific principles, methods, and processes used to conduct a systematic and objective inquiry; including study design, collection, analysis, and interpretation of data; and the reporting of results.Writing: Recognizes or uses correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling; communicates information (for example, facts, ideas, or messages) in a brief, clear, and organized manner; produces written information, which may include technical material, that is appropriate for the intended audience.Additional Required Information Cover LetterA cover letter is required for this position. The cover letter should highlight your knowledge, skills, abilities and experience as they pertain to the responsibilities listed in the job description above. Please attach the cover letter to your application before submitting it online, or if unable to attach to your application, email it to the email address listed below. The cover letter will be used to help determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process. Your cover letter will be used as a writing example.All offers of employment at the Office of the Governor are contingent upon results of a background check.Cover LetterA cover letter is required for this position. The cover letter should highlight your knowledge, skills, abilities and experience as they pertain to the responsibilities listed in the job description above. Please attach the cover letter to your application before submitting it online, or if unable to attach to your application, email it to the email address listed below. The cover letter will be used to help determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process. Your cover letter will be used as a writing example.All offers of employment at the Office of the Governor are contingent upon results of a background check.EEO STATEMENTThe 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-###-#### or (907) ###-#### in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-###-#### 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.Contact Information Jerry MosesDirector of State & Federal RelationsOffice of Governor Mike ...@alaska.gov(202)###-####Employer State of Alaska Phone (800) ###-#### (Statewide toll-free number)(907) ###-#### (Juneau and out-of-state callers) Website