Administrative Operations Manager (Exempt)
Administrative Operations Manager (Exempt)
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Job Description
The Legislative Affairs Agency (LAA) is recruiting for an Administrative Operations Manager. Reporting to the Executive Director this position is an essential member of the management team responsible for overseeing and executing critical administrative financial and legislative functions. They play a vital role in managing and monitoring the Legislatures annual budget tracking legislative actions that affect the Legislature and providing operational support to the Executive Directors office and other Agency sections as appropriate.
We are seeking a skilled and motivated professional with a strong background in financial management and budgeting. The ideal candidate will demonstrate clear and effective communication skills critical thinking and the ability to work independently while supporting informed decision-making. Familiarity with the State of Alaskas accounting and reporting systems including IRIS-FIN and ALDER is highly desirable. Leadership experiencewhether through team supervision or project managementis a significant asset. While we understand no candidate is likely to check every box were looking for someone who brings a thoughtful solutions-oriented approach and a commitment to excellence.
During the legislative session Agency staff may experience long work hours and important deadlines requiring the ability to stay composed under pressure.
Positions in the Legislative Affairs Agency are required to be politically neutral.
The Administrative Operations Manager position is a full-time benefits-eligible position. Interested applicants must apply through Workplace Alaska or via email to.Cover letters and resumes should be submitted by August 18 2025 to ensure consideration though the application period may be extended. If you have specific questions please contact Jessica Geary Executive Director at or .
The salary will be based on the successful applicants qualifications. The starting recruitment range for the position is 22-24. This is a fully exempt job class under AS 39.25.110(3).
Why work for the Legislative Affairs AgencyWorking here is a chance to be a part of Alaska history. LAA employees provide essential nonpartisan support to the Legislature the policy-making body of state government. The Agency is made up of eleven sections led by a management team with 200 years of combined legislative experience and institutional knowledge who along with our staff share an unwavering commitment to serving Alaskans. We work in a dynamic environment where teamwork is not just a buzzword but fundamental to everything we do.
Our Mission
The nonpartisan Legislative Affairs Agency provides objective accurate and timely services and products to the Alaska Legislature and Alaskans to support and inform policy making facilitate public access to the legislative process and preserve the legislative institution.
Working in seamless partnership across sections staff approach their tasks with professionalism grace and courtesy in supporting the challenging and vital work of the legislative branch.
We value:
Accountability. We are committed to responsible use of human financial and environmental resources.
Respect. We provide services without discrimination or judgment.
Integrity. We are honest and ethical in our work.
The Alaska Legislature values the unique contributions that candidates with diverse experiences knowledge and backgrounds can bring to our work. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity equity inclusion and accessibility in our workplace.
Comprehensive Benefit Package
The Alaska Legislature offers health benefits including a range of coverage choices for medical dental and vision; a health flexible spending account; as well as other health services such as Teladoc Hinge Health and addition there are a variety of supplemental elections: life insurance additional accidental death and dismemberment critical illness and both short- and long-term disability.
Health and Wellness
Employees have access to a 24/7 Wellness Center which is a small fee-based workout facility ($50 annually) with two treadmills two ellipticals one recumbent bike strength training equipment free weights two showers a steam room lockers and towel service.
For mental health wellness the State of Alaska offers free confidential help through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Financial Well-Being
The State offers savings and investment plans paid leave insurance options and more to help employees meet their financial goals.
This includes:
- Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) with either a Defined Benefit or Defined Contribution based on original State of Alaska hire date.
- Deferred Compensation plan with options for before or after payroll taxes.
- Supplemental Benefits System Annuity (SBS) in lieu of Social Security.
- Workers Compensation Insurance.
- Voluntary Savings Plan (SOA Tier I II or III employees are eligible)
Professional Development
Professional development that empowers employees to do the work they love and reach their career goals is encouraged and expected.
Work/Life Balance
Work/life balance is supported through:
- The potential for flexible work schedules during interim when the legislature is not in session.
- Agency staff may accrue compensatory time for hours worked over the standard work week capped at 150 hours per year. There is no cash value to compensatory time.
- An average of 21 days per year of accrued leave. The State offers paid leave starting at 6:04 h:mm a pay period or 21 days a year. If you have previous time working for either the Executive or Judicial branch in a leave eligible position that time will be calculated into your accrual rate.
- 12 paid State holidays.
- The Legislative Affairs Agency is a family-friendly employer.
- The Alaska State Legislature has an onsite daycare with priority given to legislative employees children.
- An assigned parking space.
Minimum Qualifications
This is a fully exempt job class under AS 39.25.110(3).
A bachelors degree in accounting finance business administration or management or a related field;
AND
Three years of progressively responsible budget and accounting work experience including:
- At least two years of experience in budget analysis financial management or legislative operations; and
- Experience in government budget preparation legislative tracking or financial forecasting is preferred.
Substitution
Six years of progressively responsibleexperience in budgeting finance accounting public administration or a related field;
OR
Six years of a combination of education and progressively responsible experience in budgeting finance accounting public administration or a related field.
Additional Required Information
Interested applicants must apply through Workplace Alaska or via email to.Cover letters and resumes should be submitted by August 18 2025 to ensure consideration though the application period may be extended.
Contact Information
If you have specific questions please contact Jessica Geary Executive Director at or.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
