Grants Administrator 2 (PCN 110279)
Salary
$2,658.75 Biweekly
Location
Juneau, AK
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
54341
Department
Fish & Game
Division
Administrative Services
Opening Date
07/13/2026
Closing Date
7/23/2026 5:00 PM Alaska
Division
Administrative Services
Position Open To
Alaska Residents Only
Bargaining Unit
General Government
Range
17
Job Description
Effective July 1, 2026 the wage for this position increased by 3%. The wage listed in this job posting reflects the increase.
This position is open to Alaska Residents only.
Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.
The Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Division of Administrative Services is recruiting
for a Grants Administrator 2 located in Juneau, Alaska!
What you will be doing:
This position manages the full life cycle of complex state and federal grants and cooperative agreements, ensuring compliance with all requirements while supporting program staff. Key duties include reviewing applications and proposals, analyzing budgets, managing awards and contracts, completing FFATA reporting, and closing out federal revenues and expenditures. The role also provides cross coverage for other grants staff to maintain continuity of operations.
Our mission, values, and culture:
The Division of Administrative Services (DAS) provides efficient, cost effective and customer-oriented administrative services to support the ADFG mission of scientific integrity and sustainable fish and wildlife management. This position provides the professional level leadership necessary to assure the success of department objectives in a complex financial environment.
The Alaska Department of Fish & Game strives for a diverse and inclusive workforce where safety and wellbeing are paramount and employees at all levels promote a culture where everyone is valued, treated equitably, and treated respectfully.
The benefits of joining our team:
ADFG offers a welcoming, professional environment to those seeking new challenges in a dynamic financial landscape, with opportunities to work both independently and alongside department leadership on innovative solutions. The division is committed to providing the tools and support needed to achieve work-life balance within a culture that values and recognizes each team member.
The working environment you can expect:
This position is based in the Juneau Headquarters building and offers convenient access to ample, unrestricted parking. The incumbent can expect daily interaction with the DAS team and frequent communication with division staff and outside vendors through teleconference, TEAMS, and in person meetings.
Who we are looking for:
We are interested in candidates who possess some or all of the following position specific competencies:
To view the general description and example of duties for an Administrative Assistant 1 please go to the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs
Special Note:
A Department of Administration, Division of General Services, Procurement Level III Certification will be required to conduct procurement on behalf of the agency as the procurement officer of record. This position will work towards attaining that certification and continuous certification will be necessary. This position will be responsible for enrolling in applicable re-certification classes required to maintain the Level III certificate.
Additional training from the Department of Transportation & Public Facilities for construction certification will also be required.
Valid Alaska Driver`s License, preferred.
Minimum Qualifications
Successful completion of a formal training plan as a Grants Administrator 1 with the State of Alaska.
OR
Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the applicant with competencies in
Equivalent to those typically gained by:
Any combination of preparatory post-secondary education and/or experience in accounting, grants administration, budget administration, procurement, professional services contracts and/or providing administrative support to a business or organization.
Special Note:
"Competencies" means a combination of interrelated knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors that enable a person to act effectively in a job or situation.
"Typically gained by" means the prevalent, usual method of gaining the competencies expected for entry into the job.
"Training" and "education" in this guidance are synonyms for the process of acquiring knowledge and skills through instruction. It includes instruction through formal and informal methods (such as classroom, on-line, self-study, and on-the-job), from accredited and unaccredited sources, and long-duration (such as a post-secondary degree) and short-duration (such as a seminar) programs.
Additional Required Information
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
If selected, please provide the following at the time of the interview:
FIREARMS
This position requires the use or possession of a firearm or ammunition. In accordance with the federal Omnibus Consolidated Appropriations Act of 1997 (PL 104-208), if you have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, you may not hold this position.
A "misdemeanor crime of domestic violence" is an offense that is (1) a misdemeanor under Federal or state law; and (2) has, as an element, the use or attempted use of physical force, or the threatened use of a deadly weapon, committed by a current or former spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim, by a person with whom the victim shares a child in common, by a person who is cohabiting with or has cohabited with the victim as a spouse, parent, or guardian, or by a person similarly situated to a spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim.
If you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, do NOT apply for this position.
EDUCATION
To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competences, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competencies for a position and are required. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts).
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION
Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence.
WORK EXPERIENCE
If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer's name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.
NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume or CV" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.
MULTIPLE VACANCIES
This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies.
EEO STATEMENT
The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aids or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 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.
NOTICE
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WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE
Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465-4095 if you are located in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed torecruitment.services@alaska.gov.
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Contact Information
For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager:
Melissa Kannel, Grants Administrator 3
Phone: (907) 465-6177
Fax: (907) 465-6430
melissa.kannel@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 orientation video from Division of Retirement and Benefits. (Please note this video is specifically designed for new State Employees.)
Insurance Benefits
The following employee groups are covered by Union health trusts. Contact the appropriate Union for additional information.
Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit)
Optional Insurance Benefits
Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses
Retirement Benefits
See https://drb.alaska.gov/retiree/ for additional information
Paid Leave & Other Benefits
01
Please indicate your level of experience using Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
02
What is your level of experience with IRIS?
03
Have you worked with federal awards, contracts, subawards, or cooperative agreements?
Required Question
Employer State of Alaska
Address PO Box 110201
Juneau, Alaska, 99811
Phone (800) 587-0430 (Statewide toll-free number)
(907) 465-4095 (Juneau and out-of-state callers)
Website http://workplace.alaska.gov/