Job Description
Join UAA as Strategic Engagement & Government Relations Officer!
The University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA) is seeking a strategic,
relationship-driven leader to serve as Strategic Engagement & Government Relations Officer. This role is essential to advancing UAA's
mission through advocacy, policy influence, and institutional alignment.
The successful candidate will thrive by building strong
relationships with policymakers, crafting compelling communications, and advising university leadership on legislative matters. If you're
passionate about public policy, higher education, and strategic impact - we invite you to apply.
Why
UAA? Anchored in the heart of Alaska, UAA is a vibrant university committed to innovation, community impact, and student
success. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape public policy and elevate the university's voice at the local, state, and national
levels.
Proven experience in government relations, public affairs, or strategic communications.
Strong understanding of
legislative processes and higher education policy.
Exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills.
Ability to navigate complex
stakeholder environments with diplomacy and clarity.
Commitment to UAA's mission and values.
Minimum
Qualifications: Master's degree in related field and seven years relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of
training and experience. PhD preferred.
Position Details: This position is located at the University of
Alaska campus in Anchorage. This is a full-time, exempt staff position complete with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package . 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 UA Staff Salary Schedule , Grade 82, based on education and
experience.
- To view the full list of job responsibilities, please click HERE .
Special Instructions to Applicants: Please attach a resume, cover letter, and the names and contact
information for three (3) professional references with your application.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until a
successful candidate is identified.
The posting closes on 10/8/2025 at 11:00 am, Alaska Standard Time.
- If you have any
questions regarding this position, please contact Helen Sale, HR Coordinator, at 907-786-6885.
- 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.
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 UA Human Resources by phone at
907-450-8200.
The University of Alaska () is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational
Institution. The University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination () 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: .
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 police@uaa.alaska.edu / 907-786-1214 or 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: . 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 uaf-orca@alaska.edu .
UAS: (Addresses the Juneau Auke Bay Campus, Juneau Technical Education
Center, Sitka Campus, & Ketchikan Campus) Online: . 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 uas.clery@alaska.edu .
Job Tags
Full time, Work at office, Local area, Immediate start, Visa sponsorship,