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  • Student Media Coordinator

    September 04, 2026

    Student Media CoordinatorUniversity of Alaska FairbanksThe Student Media Coordinator provides day-to-day supervision, guidance and support to the student employees and volunteers of Student Media. Under the direction of the Center for Engagement's Program Manager for Student Government and Student Media and, working closely with the student staff and volunteers in Student Media, the Student Media Coordinator will ensure that students are provided a meaningful developmental and educational experience through their involvement with Student Media while ensuring adherence to professional journalistic and broadcast standards and compliance with FCC regulations.This pivotal position coordinates the event planning, production, and programming efforts of the KSUA Radio, and the UAF Sun Star and the UAF Concert Board. The ideal candidate brings a strong combination of skills including technical production capabilities and problem-solving to mentor student leaders through the daily challenges of independent media management and live event execution. Dedicated to student service, this position champions free expression and collaborative teamwork across the University of Alaska Fairbanks.As the mentor for UAF's student media voices, you will support and guide the execution of live and recorded radio broadcasts for KSUA Radio, student journalism efforts with the UAF Sun Star and concert productions for the UAF Concert Board. This role requires an adaptable problem solver who can calmly navigate sudden technical glitches, tight print deadlines, and shifting media landscapes. By supporting the UAF Sun Star and KSUA Radio, you will perform a vital service to the Fairbanks community by empowering students to tell their own stories.The ideal candidate possesses the ability to learn and teach others. They will demonstrate multi-disciplinary adaptability, they don't need to be an expert in everything, but comfortable wearing multiple hats in a single afternoon. The Sun Star: Understanding digital layout, media law (libel/copyright), and basic investigative journalism workflow. KSUA 91.5 FM: Basic knowledge of FCC compliance, radio automation software, and audio engineering basics. UAF Concert Board: Familiarity with the live music industry, artist contracts, rider negotiations, and event safety.Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in a related field and three years relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Master's degree preferred.Position Details:This position is located in Fairbanks. This is a full-time, term-funded, exempt staff position complete with both a competitive salary and https://www.alaska.edu/hr/benefits/support/prospectiveemployees.php. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage. New hires will be placed on the https://www.alaska.edu/hr/benefits/compensation/salary.php, Grade 79, based on education and experience.Application review will begin on September 18, 2026. To ensure consideration, please submit your application by 11:55 PM Alaska Standard Time on September 17, 2026.📃To view the full list of job responsibilities, please click https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ZheNe_bhwmkM1fIquWKWKxmYzzp-WBjvrgL8zMBzhfE/edit?usp=sharing.☎️If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Kellsey Huizenga, Signers' Business Office HR Coordinator, at kehuizenga@alaska.edu or 907-474-5365.*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.This is a term-funded position reviewed annually for contract renewal at the University's discretion.The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the ADA team at mailto:ua-ada@alaska.edu.The http://www.alaska.edu/ (https://www.alaska.edu/alaska/index.php) is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution. The University is committed to a http://www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination (http://www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination) against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status.The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business.*Each university within the University of Alaska system publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report which contains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as: campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); fire safety policies and procedures; programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the University will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in On-Campus Student Housing Facilities; in Noncampus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University or a recognized student organization; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also contains fire statistics for any fires occurring in an On-Campus Student Housing Facility during the three most recent calendar years.Access to the reports is available at:UAA: (Addresses Anchorage campus, Aviation Technology Complex, JBER - Elmendorf Extension, JBER - Richardson Extension, Kenai Peninsula College - Kachemak Bay campus, Kenai Peninsula College - Kenai River campus, Kodiak College, Kodiak High School Extension, Matanuska-Susitna College, Prince William Sound College, and Prince William Sound College - Cordova Extension) Online: https://www.uaa.alaska.edu/students/safety. Request a paper copy in person: UAA Police Department Office at Room 114 of Eugene Short Hall on the Anchorage campus / UAA Dean of Students Office at Room 122 of Rasmuson Hall on the Anchorage campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-786-1120 or mailto:police@uaa.alaska.edu / 907-786-1214 or mailto:uaa_deanofstudents@alaska.edu.UAF: (Addresses Fairbanks Campus, Bristol Bay Campus, Chukchi Campus, Community and Technical College, Kasitsna Bay Campus, Seward Marine Center, Tok Campus, Kuskokwim Campus, and Northwest Campus) Online: https://www.uaf.edu/orca/files/ASFSR.pdf. Request a paper copy in person: UAF Office of Rights, Compliance and Accountability on the 3rd Floor of Constitution Hall. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-474-7300 or mailto:uaf-orca@alaska.edu.UAS: (Addresses the Juneau Auke Bay Campus, Juneau Technical Education Center, Sitka Campus, & Ketchikan Campus) Online: https://uas.alaska.edu/equity-and-compliance/docs/clery/UAS_ASFSR.pdf. Request a paper copy in person: Hendrickson Building, Suite 202 on the Juneau campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-796-6371 or emailing mailto:uas.clery@alaska.edu. To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/9804609 je-8716aa45e60f4d44826549046d17efd1

  • Fiscal Accounting Supervisor

    September 02, 2026

    FISCAL ACCOUNTING SUPERVISOR (Principal Accountant) - Range 16 / NONSalary $39.97 - $59.12 HourlyLocation 825 L Street, Anchorage, AKJob Type Regular / Full TimeJob Number 2026-00591Department Anchorage Health DepartmentDivision Fiscal SupportOpening Date 09/01/2026Closing Date 9/23/2026 11:59 PM AlaskaDescriptionBenefitsQuestionsJob Information Open to the general public and any current Municipal employee.This is a non-represented position (no union affiliation) and is subject to the provisions of the Personnel Rules of the Municipality of Anchorage.DEPARTMENT: Anchorage Health Department (AHD)HOURS OF WORK: Monday through Friday; 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.LOCATION: 825 L Street, Anchorage, AK 99501 Employees who are hired or rehired to any position shall be placed at the entrance pay step, and advancement from the entrance step to the maximum step within a pay grade shall be by successive steps. To be considered for employment, candidates must be legally authorized to work and accept employment in the United States. The Municipality of Anchorage is not able to provide any type of sponsorship, including Student Visas and Employment Visas, under any circumstances.  Example of Duties Under the general direction of the Deputy Director, ensure monthly financial data is accurately represented and reported for all department budgets. Perform routine monthly complex reports, financial analysis relating to variances, projections and trends by project, program, division, department, account and cost type. Assist in the preparation of annual grant, operating and capital budgets. Direct and participate in the creation and updating of fiscal policies, procedures, manual, and operating instructions for the AHD fiscal team. Support the Deputy Director in establishing, communicating and adhering to guidelines for budget management and requests including maintenance of budgetary controls across the department. Supervise Senior Accountants and provide training and guidance in proper accounting procedures including operating and grant accounting. Provide and supervise account maintenance for varied State, Federal and other grant awards/amendments, fund certifications, reconciliations, journal entries, accounts payable, expenditure tracking, asset management and other financial processes to ensure timely and accurate accounting is accomplished in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. Supervise the AHD timekeeper and provide training and guidance in timekeeping processing activities to ensure correct and timely reporting of Anchorage Health Department employee time to Central Payroll. Perform other duties as assigned.The Anchorage Health Department (AHD) engages in the State of Alaska Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) emergency responses and the federal Incident Command System (ICS). This includes training exercises as part of the AHD's Crisis Health Action Team (CHAT) and municipal Emergency Operations Center (EOC). In the case of a natural or manmade disaster, AHD's employees may be called to engage in emergency operations responses and recovery. Minimum Qualifications / Substitutions / Preferences  High school diploma, GED, or equivalent and eight (8) years of accounting experience of which four (4) years must be at professional accountant level. OR Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Management, Public or Business Administration or a related discipline and six (6) years of work experience of which four (4) years must be at professional accountant level.  OR  Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Management, Public or Business Administration or a related discipline and four (4) years of experience at professional accountant level.Valid State of Alaska Driver’s License with satisfactory driving record at time of hire.The Municipality of Anchorage (MOA) offers a competitive benefits package to eligible employees that may include: Health / Medical Benefits:Medical/Dental/Vision/AudioLife InsuranceDependent Life InsuranceShort Term DisabilityLong Term DisabilityFlexible Spending Accounts – Health and Dependent CareHealth Savings AccountsRetirement:State of Alaska Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) Program401(k) and 457 Savings PlansEmployer Paid Benefits:Employee Assistance ProgramPaid Leave Plan13 Paid Holidays

  • Principal Administrative Officer

    September 02, 2026

    PRINCIPAL ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER - Range 16 / NONSalary $39.97 - $59.12 HourlyLocation City Hall, 632 W 6th Ave, Anchorage, AKJob Type RegularJob Number 2026-00605Department PlanningDivision Planning AdministrationOpening Date 09/02/2026Closing Date 9/17/2026 11:59 PM AlaskaDescriptionBenefitsQuestionsJob Information  Open to the general public and any current Municipal employee. This is a non-represented position (no union affiliation) and is subject to the provisions of the Personnel Rules of the Municipality of Anchorage.DEPARTMENT: PlanningHOURS OF WORK: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pmLOCATION: 4700 Elmore Rd., Anchorage, AK 99507 Employees who are hired or rehired to any position shall be placed at the entrance pay step, and advancement from the entrance step to the maximum step within a pay grade shall be by successive steps. To be considered for employment, candidates must be legally authorized to work and accept employment in the United States. The Municipality of Anchorage is not able to provide any type of sponsorship, including Student Visas and Employment Visas, under any circumstances. Example of Duties Reporting to the Director of the Planning Department, serves as a top level department administrative officer in charge of a full array of administrative and financial functions. Plans, develops, controls, implements, authorizes, directs, monitors, and administers, financial, budgetary, and general administrative functions serving as the administrative manager for the Planning Department. Supervises subordinate professional staff. Serves as grant financial administrator for the AMATS (Anchorage Metropolitan Area Transportation Solutions) municipal wide program and for other grants to include federal and state. Develops, monitors, and implements budgets. Oversees and coordinates purchasing needs with Department Director and Managers, and facilitates the purchasing process including contracts. Prepares and approves journal entries and other accounting documents. Manages and approves the department accounts payable and accounts receivable. Manages the department payroll process. Works with the department director and other managers on various organizational and personnel matters. Oversees maintenance of departmental personnel records and facilitates the hiring process for new employees in coordination with department managers. Serves as the department IT Coordinator for computer software and hardware needs, and network access and security. Manages the department physical asset records. Develops and coordinates the department performance measures, goals, and mission with the department director and division managers. Participates in management team meetings, and handles other duties as assigned by the department director.  Minimum Qualifications / Substitutions / Preferences  High school diploma, GED or equivalent and eight (8) years of experience in the field related to the position. Employment is conditional based on a satisfactory background check which includes criminal, education, and employment history.ORAssociate’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Public Administration, Human Resources, Purchasing, Computer Information Systems, Finance or similar discipline and six (6) years of experience in the field related to the position. Employment is conditional based on a satisfactory background check which includes criminal, education, and employment history.ORBachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Public Administration, Human Resources, Purchasing, Computer Information Systems, Finance or similar discipline and four (4) years of experience in the field related to the position. Employment is conditional based on a satisfactory background check which includes criminal, education, and employment history.ORMaster’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Public Administration, Human Resources, Purchasing, Computer Information Systems, Finance or similar discipline and two (2) years of experience in the field related to the position. Employment is conditional based on a satisfactory background check which includes criminal, education, and employment history.Satisfactory background check which includes criminal, education, and employment history at time of hire.Valid State of Alaska Driver’s License and satisfactory Driving Record at time of hire.The Municipality of Anchorage (MOA) offers a competitive benefits package to eligible employees that may include: Health / Medical Benefits:Medical/Dental/Vision/AudioLife InsuranceDependent Life InsuranceShort Term DisabilityLong Term DisabilityFlexible Spending Accounts – Health and Dependent CareHealth Savings AccountsRetirement:State of Alaska Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) Program401(k) and 457 Savings PlansEmployer Paid Benefits:Employee Assistance ProgramPaid Leave Plan13 Paid Holidays

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My name is Dr. John Mazzariello and I am the Senior Director of Practice Operations at the Center for Disability Services Council - New York Chapter (CDS).

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I also provide individual and group therapy, coaching, assessment and academic screenings to support students with disabilities (physical, chronic, psychiatric, and invisible). A large percentage of the students served by the mental health unit have psychiatric disabilities or comorbid psychiatric disabilities and need mental health support to be successful at the University. In addition, many University of students with academic difficulties and no prior diagnosis are seen and assessed through the academic screening and assessment process. I am also the Director of supervision, training and coordination of counseling psychology and clinical psychology graduate students in the United States who have practicums at SCDD and APA-accredited school psychology predoctoral interns.

You have received this email to be considered for an offer from the University Office for Students with Disabilities to work with me. This is an at-will position that reports directly to me. Should you decide to accept the offer, you do not have to travel down to New York to occupy this position as we are transitioning online.

I also have over 10 years of experience working with adults who have problematic relationships, childhood issues, and who feel stuck in their present life. It might be trauma, depression, anxiety, but whatever it is we can help you get "unstuck" together and I enjoy doing this. I believe everyone has the potential to help themselves, but sometimes we need some guidance.

This is a very simple employment. You will only help me mail letters, make payments at Walmart and purchase some items for the new Hybrid Teachers when needed. This employment only takes 6 hours a day and 4 times a week for $620.00

I am unable to meet up for an interview because I am currently away and helping the disabled students in Canada.

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