Salary: $3,078.26 Biweekly
Location : Barrow, AK
Job Type: Full time
Job Number: 05-26-045
Department: Health & Social Services
Division: Emergency Shelter
Opening Date: 08/31/2026
Closing Date: 9/11/2026 5:00 PM Alaska
Summary or Purpose This position may be a GRANT FUNDED position and will end with the completion of the grant program. (Employee will be notified if the position will be Grant Funded.) Develops, plans, coordinates, and analyzes existing or projected social service programs or projects in support of goals and objectives of the Department. Work involves research, evaluation, quality assurance, gathering, and reporting of statistical data. Manages the NSB Health Board.
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.Researches, reviews, and analyzes federal, state, and local legislation for intent, meaning, and predicted effects related to anticipated or existing programs or projects.
Responds to requests for information; provides technical information to programs, departments and outside entities as needed.
Assists in the organization, design, and development of program structure and associated plans based on collected data and research findings; makes recommendations to the Deputy Director and/Director of the Department in order to address anticipated or observed problems.
Evaluates/monitors new or modified program operations and policy design with regard to feasibility and effectiveness; makes recommendations to the Deputy Director and/or Director of the Department in order to address anticipated or observed problems.
Monitor new or modified program operations to ensure compliance with existing federal, state, and local regulations.
Explain Department programs and projects to community resources to encourage their participation in the program or project under development and/or modification.
Develops or assists in the development of comprehensive plans for anticipated or existing programs or projects in accordance with the goals and objectives of the Department.
Designs and develops operational and administrative procedures and forms necessary for the collection and transmission of information, satisfaction of reporting requirements, and establishment of control systems to evaluate program/policy effectiveness.
Coordinates and assists in development of training events for staff and management working with new or modified programs, procedures, and policies.
Manages the NSB Health Board and acts as Board Secretary for the board. (Health Dept. only)
Responsible for the Criminal Background Check program for the Department. (Health Dept. only)
Monitors programs in order to ensure that desired changes are affected, objectives are achieved, and program changes are maintained in the immediate and long-term future. Advises the Deputy Director and/or the Director of the Department of administrate matters and concerns in a timely, accurate, and detailed manner. (not Police Dept.)
Interview children alleging sexual abuse using forensic interviewing techniques. (Police Dept. only)
Help locate information and resources as well as connect victims with appropriate criminal justice agencies or social services organizations. (Police Dept. only)
Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of North Slope Borough organization, operations, policies and procedures.
Knowledge of general administrative principles and practices, and knowledge of procedure and policy
development.
Knowledge of methods and means of collecting and evaluating information and data pertinent to social services and related federal, state and local laws and regulations.
Knowledge of accreditation and certification standards and their application to delivery of services to Behavioral Health consumers.
Knowledge of North Slope Borough Police Department policies and procedures, rules of evidence, current law enforcement techniques and procedures regarding domestic violence and sexual assault. (Police Dept. only)
Knowledge of Borough, State, and Federal Laws, Regulations and Ordinances regarding domestic violence and sexual assault. (Police Dept. only)
Knowledge of the criminal justice and court systems, procedures and protocols in the State of Alaska. (Police Dept. only)
Knowledge of investigative procedures and protocol for observations of critical details to include conducting forensic interviews. (Police Dept. only)
Skill in interpreting laws and regulations, making decisions, maintaining composure, and working effectively under stressful conditions. (Police Dept. only)
Knowledge of domestic violence and sexual assault investigative procedures, and professional rules of conduct. (Police Dept. only)
Skill in analyzing complex law enforcement issues and developing solutions in regard to domestic violence and sexual assault. (Police Dept. only)
Skill in communicating and interpreting complex ideas, plans, procedures and programs to a variety of audiences.
Ability to understand and interpret complex laws, rules, regulations, procedures and programs.
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and projects.
Knowledge of PC and common software applications.
Education, Experience, Certifications and Licenses Required Bachelor's Degree in a health-related field or Public or Business Administration or comparable fields, or an equivalent combination of education and experience;
Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Social Services or Criminal Justice; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. (Police Dept. only)
Two years of experience with North Slope Borough policies and procedures.
Applicant must pass a criminal history background check conducted by CARCO Check to Hire (Health Dept. only)
Documentation that the individual is free from active pulmonary tuberculosis;
Valid Alaska driver's license that meets North Slope Borough insurance criteria.
Ability to pass FBI fingerprint background check within 60 days of hire. (Police only)
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
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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?
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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
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Do you have a Bachelors Degree in a health-related field, or Public or Business Administration, or comparable fields?
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How many years of work experience with North Slope Borough policies and procedures 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
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If you do have at least two years of work experience with North Slope Borough rules, regulations, policies and procedures, describe how you meet the qualification and list the position(s) you held and dates of employment where you gained the work experience.
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Do you possess a valid Alaska Driver's License? Please attach a copy of the required document to your application before submitting it online.
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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 Lynette Hepa or Immediate Supervisor Heather Iese for this position?
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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
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Do you currently live in the same residence as the Department Director Lynette Hepa or Immediate Supervisor Heather Iese of this position?
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If you checked "Yes", please check the appropriate boxes below:I am currently living in the same residence as the:
- Department Director
- Immediate Supervisor
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