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State of Alaska is hiring: Legislative Office Assistant in Juneau

State of Alaska, Juneau, AK, United States, 99811


Salary: $27.95 Hourly

Location : Juneau, AK

Job Type: Seasonal

Job Number: 48284

Department: Governor's Office

Division: Executive Office

Opening Date: 11/21/2024

Closing Date: 1/3/2025 5:00 PM Alaska

Position Open To: Alaska Residents Only

Bargaining Unit: Exempt

Range: 14

Job Description

The Governor's Legislative Office is hiring for a Legislative Staff Assistant for the upcoming 2025 Legislative Session. We are seeking a highly motivated professional to join our office in the State Capitol Building in Juneau.

Duties of this position include but are not limited to:

Providing a high level of clerical support which requires sound judgment, professionalism, and confidence. Due to the high-profile nature of our office, this position is required to work within tight deadlines and the incumbent must have the ability to perform multiple job duties with continual interruptions without sacrificing the quality of the work product.

Primary responsibilities of this position include:
  • Greeting and engaging with incoming guests
  • Receiving and directing incoming callers
  • Taking and relaying messages
  • Scheduling meetings
  • Maintaining calendars for the Director and staff
  • Data entry
  • Maintaining and organizing electronic and paper records
  • Composing and editing correspondence
  • Assisting staff in conducting research

The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to remain calm under pressure; work well with others; be willing to occasionally work overtime; and possess a strong work ethic which includes punctuality, dependability, and professionalism.

Minimum Qualifications

A high school diploma or equivalent certificate and two (2) years of administrative support experience.

Substitution: Relevant postsecondary education and/or customer service experience may be substituted for the required administrative support experience on a year-for-year basis.
Additional Required Information

If selected for an interview, applicants must provide the following information:

  1. Current resume
  2. Cover letter that highlights your experience, skills and abilities as they pertain to the responsibilities listed in the job description
  3. Name and contact information for three (3) professional references
All offers of employment at the Office of the Governor are contingent upon results of a background check.

EEO STATEMENT
The 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 (907) 465-3897 in Juneau or the TDD for the hearing impaired at (800) 770- 8973. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.
Contact Information

Victoria Schoenheit
Assistant Legislative Director Office of Governor Mike Dunleavy
Phone: (907) 465-4021
Email: victoria.schoenheit@alaska.gov

Careers with the State of Alaska offer MANY benefits

The following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the State of Alaska. Actual benefits received may differ by bargaining unit or branch of government, position type, or be prorated for other than full time work.

For a quick breakdown of the insurance, health, and retirement benefits available for State Employees you can view an (Please note this video is specifically designed for new State Employees.)

Insurance Benefits
  • Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental
    • The following employee groups are under AlaskaCare Benefits administered by the State: See for additional information.
      • AVTEC
      • Confidential
      • Correctional Officers
      • Marine Engineers
      • Mt. Edgecumbe Teachers
      • Supervisory
      • Unlicensed Vessel Personnel/Inland Boatman's Union
      • Exempt employees (not covered by collective bargaining)
    • The following employee groups are covered by Union health trusts. Contact the appropriate Union for additional information.
      • General Government
      • Labor, Trades and Crafts
      • Public Safety Employees Association
      • Masters, Mates & Pilots
  • Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit)

Optional Insurance Benefits
  • Group-based insurance premiums for
    • Term life (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents)
    • Long-term and short-term disability
    • Accidental Death and Dismemberment
    • Long-term care (self and eligible family members)
    • Supplemental Survivor Benefits
  • Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses

Retirement Benefits
  • Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Teachers' Retirement System (TRS)
  • Matching employer contribution into a defined contribution program (new employees)
  • Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program (current employees)
  • Contributions to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan in lieu of contributions to Social Security
  • Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Program
  • Note: The Defined Contribution Plan, Supplemental Annuity Plan and Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment options

See for additional information

Paid Leave & Other Benefits
  • Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served
  • Twelve (12) paid holidays a year