Project Assistant (PCN 056034)

Eligible Applicants This position is open to Alaska Residents only. Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify. Overview Department of Education & Early Development (DEED) invites candidates to join our team. What You Will Be Doing The position provides comprehensive support to students at Mt. Edgecumbe High School by fostering a positive residential environment, coordinating culturally grounded community programs, and promoting healthy lifestyles. The incumbent mentors students, supports residential life activities, facilitates culturally relevant programs that strengthen connections to heritage and traditions, encourages healthy lifestyle practices, and maintains accurate records and program documentation. Through these efforts, the position enhances student well‑being, leadership development, cultural engagement, and overall residential life at MEHS. Mission and Values / Culture Mt Edgecumbe High School is an Advanced accredited public boarding school with 430 students from over 100 communities throughout Alaska. Most come from communities with schools enrolling fewer than 50 students: approximately 80% are Alaska Native. This diverse population results in a unique learning community – blending cultures and beliefs, honoring the wisdom of the past while working together to forge the future. The school is located in Sitka, Alaska on Baranof Island. Benefits of Joining Our Team Working with a diverse group of high school students aged 14-18. Summers off from early May through mid‑August, plus seasonal leave during winter break. Working Environment This position is part of a close‑knit team. It requires a service‑oriented attitude, collaborative relationships, teamwork, and may require irregular hours. Competencies Integrity: Maintaining the integrity of the organization; demonstrating high standards of ethical conduct and understanding the impact of violations. Interpersonal Skills: Understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern, and politeness; managing relationships with diverse backgrounds. Conscientiousness: Displaying a high level of effort and commitment toward performing work; demonstrating responsible behavior. Minimum Qualifications Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the applicant with competencies in: Adaptability: adjusting planned work by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to address multiple demands. Analytical Thinking / Problem Solving: using a logical, systematic, sequential approach to address problems or opportunities or manage situations. Reading Comprehension: understanding and interpreting written material, including technical, rules, instructions, reports, charts, graphs, or tables. Equivalent to those typically gained by training from an accredited college or university or comparable experience in research, data interpretation, community development, social services, economics, public administration, planning, or related fields. Required Documents Three professional references with current contact information. Valid driver’s license and First Aid/CPR certification. Pass a fingerprint-based 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or View phone number on click.appcast.io 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr State of Alaska