Job Details

Salary: $35.45 Hourly
Location : Barrow, AK
Job Type: Full time
Job Number: 02-25-012
Department: Finance
Division: Central
Opening Date: 09/01/2025
Closing Date: 9/12/2025 5:00 PM Alaska

Summary or Purpose
Manages and coordinates the administrative functions for an assigned Department or division, in accordance with Borough and Department policies and procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification. Shown are duties intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

Updates and tracks a variety of electronic and paper files, records, reports, and related documents; maintains file integrity and confidentiality by monitoring and assuring compliance to Department policies and procedures; assures the accuracy of the electronic and paper filing systems.

Supervises and coordinates staff and staff development; evaluates staff; monitors operations to identify and resolve problems relating to staffing and scheduling; reviews and processes payroll, payments and personnel action documents. Does not apply to Children and Youth Services.

Oversees day-to-day office activities; monitors document preparation for accuracy and completion; assists with staff training programs; assists with client services as necessary; coordinates and completes special projects as directed.

Provide administrative and advanced secretarial support as needed.

Collects information and compiles data for reports as required.

Enters information into computer tracking systems; schedules, prepares and proofreads documents for distribution; assists in preparing grant applications and coordination of grant programs.

Assist in the monitoring of the Department budget, reviews trends and reports issues to be resolved.

Manages office supplies inventory, orders supplies and processes invoices for payment.

Compiles and updates statistical information, reports and related documents; attends meetings and takes and transcribes meeting minutes.

Coordinates and schedules travel arrangements, meetings and appointments as requested.

Serve as a liaison between agencies, programs and departments; assists clients and residents as needed.

Maintain absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, personnel records and Borough information.

Perform other duties as assigned.
Health Department

Assist in production of bi-monthly newsletter. (Senior Program ONLY)

Assist with the implementation of grants and state programs or contracts when necessary. (Senior Program ONLY)

May be required to work a non-traditional work schedule to include evening, holidays and weekends and may be subject to 24 hour on-call status.

Respect clients by recognizing their rights and maintaining confidentiality, including HIPAA requirements.

Protect self, co-workers and consumers by following policies and procedures to prevent the spread of blood borne and/or airborne diseases.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of North Slope Borough policies and procedures.

Knowledge of the principles of records management, fund accounting, and budgeting.

Skill in reviewing and correcting mathematical calculations and technical documents.

Skill in supervision, coordinating staff, and delegating tasks. Does not apply to Children and Youth Services.

Skill in drafting and completing accurate reports, technical documents and correspondence.

Skill in using personal computers and a variety of software applications.

Planning/IHLC Only:
Ability to speak and read the Inupiaq language fluently.
Education, Experience, Certifications and Licenses Required
High school graduate or G.E.D/or, a combination of 12 years of education and work related experience.

Four years of office management, advanced secretarial and supervisory work experience; Does not apply to Children and Youth Services.

Three years of work experience with a PC utilizing common software applications.
Health Department:

Applicant must pass a criminal history background check conducted by the State of Alaska Background Check Unit and documentation that the individual is free from active pulmonary tuberculosis.
THE NORTH SLOPE BOROUGH IS AN ALCOHOL AND DRUG FREE WORKPLACE.

This Job Description reflects North Slope Borough's best effort to describe the essential functions and qualifications of the job described. It is not an exhaustive statement of all the duties, responsibilities or qualifications of the job. This document is not intended to exclude an opportunity for modifications consistent with providing reasonable accommodation. This is not intended to be a contract.
The North Slope Borough offers the following benefit packages to all permanent full time and permanent part time employees who work at least 15 hours a week.

Health care is provided at no cost to the employee (no premiums). Our Health Care package covers major medical, preventive care, vision, dental and prescription drug benefits.

Benefits do not apply to temporary employees.
01

The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an interview.By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal. "See resume" is not an acceptable answer to the questions.

• Yes, I understand and agree
• No, I do not agree

02

This position is NON-Rotational. Housing is NOT provided. Therefore, due to extreme weather conditions in the arctic and for your safety, housing accommodations must be located and pre-arranged by the applicant prior to the start of employment. The applicant must pay for housing; it is not provided by the NSB. Please note: The Borough is currently experiencing a housing shortage. Due to the remote setting, applicants are urged to consider this factor prior to submitting an application.Do you certify that you understand the above information?

• Yes
• No

03

Which best describes your level of education?

• Some high school
• High school diploma or GED
• Some college
• Associate's degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree
• Doctorate

04

How many years of office management, advanced secretarial and supervisory work experience do you have?

• No experience
• Less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 5 years
• 5 years or more

05

If you do have four years of office management, advanced secretarial and supervisory work experience, describe how you meet the qualification and list the position you held, company and dates of employment where you gained the work experience.
06

How many years of PC experience using common software applications do you have?

• No experience
• Less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 5 years
• 5 years or more

07

If you do have at least three years of work experience with a PC utilizing common software applications, describe how you meet the qualification and list the position(s) you held, company, and dates of employment where you gained the experience.
08

To comply with the Borough's nepotism law (NSBMC Sec. 2.20.170 and 2.20.290), the North Slope Borough must collect the following information. Are you related by blood or marriage to the Department Director Beverly Eliason or Immediate Supervisor Kathleen Trejo, for this position?

• Yes
• No

09

If "Yes", please check boxes below that apply:

• Father
• Father-in-Law
• Step-Father
• Mother
• Mother-in-Law
• Step-Mother
• Brother
• Brother-in-Law
• Step-Brother
• Sister
• Sister-in-Law
• Step-Sister
• Son
• Son-in-Law
• Step-Son
• Daughter
• Daughter-in-Law
• Step-Daughter
• Wife
• Husband

10

Do you currently live in the same residence as the Department Director Beverly Eliason or Immediate Supervisor Kathleen Trejo of this position?

• Yes
• No

11

If you checked "Yes", please check the appropriate boxes below:I am currently living in the same residence as the:

• Department Director
• Immediate Supervisor

Required Question