Program Manager

North Slope Borough, AK

$102K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED or 12 years of education or related work experience.
  • Four years of administrative or managerial experience in construction/engineering.
  • Two years of experience with Federal, State, and Borough regulations.
  • Valid Alaska driver's license that meets North Slope Borough insurance criteria.
  • Ability to obtain specific certification within set timeframes of hiring.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise and train Project Administrators.
  • Prepare and submit project documentation according to procedures and standards.
  • Examine project manuals, specifications, estimates, and schedules for compliance.
  • Oversee projects acting as the Borough's representative.
  • Monitor project budgets and funding allocations.
  • Support the Director with departmental functions.
  • Coordinate daily operations of staff.

Benefits

  • Free healthcare covering major medical, preventive care, vision, dental, and prescription drugs.
Full Job Description
Salary: $3,928.82 Biweekly
Location : Barrow, AK
Job Type: Full time
Job Number: 06-26-015
Department: Housing
Division: Property Management
Opening Date: 08/24/2026
Closing Date: 9/4/2026 5:00 PM Alaska

Summary or Purpose

Supervise all activities directed toward completion of projects for which the Director has assigned responsibility.
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.


Supervise, direct, and trains Project Administrators. Work closely with Consultants and Contractors working on assigned projects.

Prepare and submit, according to procedures, authorities, Request for Proposals, project manuals, contract documents, status reports, close-out documents and all other project related paperwork consistent with sound engineering/project management practices.

Examine project manuals, specifications, drawings, cost estimates, bidding, negotiations, schedule of values and construction schedule and other related contract documents.

Oversee construction projects and other related projects, acting as the Borough's project representative.

Understanding and carrying out project goals, schedules and budgets.

Monitor project funds; perform contracting and purchasing in accordance with North Slope Borough Municipal Code.

Support Director in all aspects of departmental functions.

Supervises, trains and coordinates the daily operations of staff.

Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of North Slope Borough organization, operations, policies and procedures.

Knowledge of basic building principles and practices.

Knowledge of budgeting techniques and practices for efficient and cost effective management of resources.

Knowledge of the principles of project management and contract administration.

Skill in reading and evaluating blueprints and technical manuals.

Skill in leadership, coordinating staff, and delegating tasks and authority.

Skill in developing and administering a comprehensive budget.

Skill in contract negotiations.

Skill in using personal computers and a variety of software applications, including Microsoft Project, Excel and Word.

Skill in working under pressure of deadlines, and establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with department staff and other Borough employees.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with co-workers, other Borough employees and representatives from other local, state and Federal agencies.
Education, Experience, Certifications and Licenses Required
High school graduate or G.E.D/or, a combination of 12 years education or related work experience.

Four years of administrative or managerial experience in the construction/engineering industry;

Two years of work experience with Federal, State and Borough laws, regulations and procedures;

Valid Alaska driver's license that meets North Slope Borough insurance criteria;

Ability to obtain CSI (Construction Specification Institute) Construction Documents Technologist (CDT) certification within one year of hire (CIPM department only);

Ability to obtain CSI (Construction Specification Institute) Certified Construction Contract Administration (CCCA) certification within two years of hire (CIPM department only).

Ability to obtain site specific Resources Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) training in accordance with 40 C.F.R. 265.16 within the probationary period.

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

02

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?
  • Yes
  • No

03

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

04

How many years of administrative or managerial experience in the construction/engineering industry 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

05

If you do have at least four years of administrative or managerial experience in the construction/engineering industry, please list the position(s) you held, company, and dates of employment where you gained the work experience.
06

How many years of work experience with Federal, State and/or municipal laws, regulations 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

07

If you do have at least two years of work experience with Federal, State and/or municipal laws, regulations and procedures, describe how you meet the qualification and list the position(s) you held, company, and dates of employment where you gained the work experience.
08

Do you possess a valid Alaska Driver's License? Please attach a copy of the required document to your application before submitting it online.
  • Yes
  • No

09

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 (Jack Frantz) or Immediate Supervisor (Barbara Benson) for this position?
  • Yes
  • No

10

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

11

Do you currently live in the same residence as the Department Director (Jack Frantz) or Immediate Supervisor (Barbara Benson) of this position?
  • Yes
  • No

12

If you checked "Yes", please check the appropriate boxes below:I am currently living in the same residence as the:
  • Department Director
  • Immediate Supervisor

Required Question

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