Overview

The Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority (Trust) is recruiting for the position of Program Officer with a strong background in planning, coordinating, and implementing meetings, events or administrative controls, work processes, and procedures.

The Program Special Assistant oversees all the logistics, planning, and coordination of Trust board meetings and other large and complex Trust meetings. They also coordinate trustee communications and manage the court reporting contract for meeting minutes. This position requires a high degree of independent work and decision-making and requires advanced proficiency with a broad range of meeting technologies.

Interested individuals should submit a cover letter, resume, and the names and telephone numbers of three professional references by mail or email to:

Valette Keller, Administrative Manager
valette.keller@alaska.gov
Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority
3745 Community Park Loop Suite 200
Anchorage, AK 99508

The application period closes November 11, 2024. Inquiries will be kept confidential.

A complete copy of the position description can be viewed online: https://alaskamentalhealthtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Program-Special-Assistant-2024-10.pdf.

This is a fully exempt, professional position in Anchorage, Alaska, and is offered with a starting salary between $75,000 to $85,000 annually and a complete State of Alaska benefit package. Final salary will be negotiated at the time of hire and will be based upon the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience.

About Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority

The Trust is a leader in philanthropy in Alaska and grants approximately $25 million a year to organizations across the state. The Trust focuses all grants towards improving the lives of beneficiaries which include Alaskans with mental illness, developmental disabilities, substance abuse disorders, Alzheimer’s and related dementia, and traumatic brain injuries.

The Trust and State of Alaska is an equal employment opportunity employer and supports workplace diversity. Individuals requiring accommodation should call 907-269-6039.