FINANCE OFFICER (Principal Administrative Officer) - Range 16 / NON
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FINANCE OFFICER (Principal Administrative Officer) - Range 16 / NON
Salary
$39.97 - $59.12 Hourly
Location
100 E 4th Ave, Anchorage, AK
Job Type
Regular / Full Time
Job Number
2026-00489
Department
Anchorage Fire Department
Division
AFD Finance
Opening Date
07/17/2026
Closing Date
7/31/2026 11:59 PM Alaska
Description
Benefits
Questions
Job 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 Fire Department
HOURS OF WORK: Monday through Friday 0730 - 1600
LOCATION: 100 E 4th Ave, Anchorage
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, applicants 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
Serve as the department's main contact with the Office of Management and Budget, Department of Finance and the Internal Auditor and the two volunteer departments; prepares related management reports, supporting analysis and Assembly actions; Analyze department financial picture and prepare what-if scenarios, make projections and identify budget corrections and transaction adjustments; make or suggest policy and procedural changes to address the numerous issues which arise through the fiscal period. Research and apply for grants beneficial to the Fire Department; ensure grant compliance and proper financial reporting. Report the fiscal statistical information of the department to national surveys. Interact with agency directors, meet with elected officials, and testify before the Anchorage Assembly as called upon. Attend pre-agenda, department head, and mayoral planning meetings as required. Prepares related management reports, supporting analyses and Assembly actions; identifies necessary budget and transaction adjustments; makes and/or suggests policy and procedural changes, as necessary, to address the numerous issues which arise regarding maintaining the financial and operational integrity of the department. Prepare AM, AR and AO. Approve PACE items. Provide information and respond to legislative requests. Prepare and present budget or other information at Mayor's, Municipal Manager's or Assembly's work sessions, as needed. Prepare for and attend weekly Executive Staff meetings. Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications / Substitutions / Preferences
High school diploma, GED or equivalent and eight (8) years of experience in the field related to the position.
OR
Associate'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.
OR
Bachelor'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.
OR
Master'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.
All applicants must possess and/or obtain:
Valid State of Alaska driver's license with satisfactory driving record at time of hire
Preferences:
Applicants with the ability to work in stressful circumstances caused by meeting deadlines and completing projects with short time frames.
Supervisory experience
Additional Important Information
The Municipality of Anchorage participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-verify Program. For more information, please go to http://www.uscis.gov/E-verify . E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
If selected for hire, the appointment in this position will be conditional based upon a satisfactory Municipal Employment Office conducted Background Check. A Background Check encompasses criminal history, verifying education, and verifying dates of employment.
If selected for hire, appointment in this position will be conditional based upon the submission of a current copy of the applicant's Alaska Driver's License, and a current (dated within 30 days from date requested) copy of his/her Department of Motor Vehicle driving record, including a driving record from previous states, if the Alaska Driver's License was first issued within one year prior to application, documenting an acceptable driving history. The processing fee(s) are the responsibility of the selected applicant. For information on acceptable driving history, please refer to the MOA Driving Conviction Guidelines. (http://www.muni.org/Departments/employee_relations/Documents/DrivingConvictionsGuidelines.pdf) (Download PDF reader)(Download PDF reader) (https://get.adobe.com/reader/)
All required certifications and licenses must remain current for the duration of employment.
Military Service Interview Preference
Veterans who wish to be considered for interview preference, as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D, must attach to the application a copy of their DD Form 214, DD Form 256, NGB Form 22, or a letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs, recognizing the person as a veteran. The attached documentation must show an honorable discharge or general (under honorable conditions) discharge. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.
Individuals currently serving as a member in good standing in the National Guard or the organized military reserves who wish to be considered for interview preference, as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D, must attach proof of current service to the application. Proof of current service can be shown by submission of a statement of service which, at a minimum, shows the full name, date of birth, Social Security Number, date service began, branch of service, rank, name of command providing the information, and unit of assignment. The statement of service must be on a form or letterhead of the individual's command organization, and shows the name, signature, title, and contact information of the signer providing the statement of service. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.
The Municipality of Anchorage is an Employer of National Service. Please be sure to include any volunteer work with AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, or other national service programs on your application in the work history portion.
Application Process
Once an applicant clicks on the "Apply" link underneath the header section of a vacancy announcement, they will be directed to the www.GovernmentJobs.com website to log into their existing account (or to create an account) of their application profile. Applicants will create or review their profile, make any updates necessary, and submit their application from their personal account.
NOTE: The GovernmentJobs website and applicant's profile accounts are not administered by the Municipality of Anchorage. For technical assistance or customer service regarding an account profile, applicants may contact the GovernmentJobs customer support line at 1-855-524-5627.
For general questions regarding Municipal vacancy announcements or the employment process with the Municipality of Anchorage, applicants may contact the Human Resources Department at 907-343-4442 during regular business hours of Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Alaska Standard Time.
The MOA is an EO and AA Employer and complies with Title I of the ADA.
For information regarding requests for reasonable accommodations related to employment under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Municipality of Anchorage ADA Coordinator at 907-343-4571.
The Municipality of Anchorage (MOA) offers a competitive benefits package to eligible employees that may include:
Health / Medical Benefits:
Medical/Dental/Vision/Audio
Life Insurance
Dependent Life Insurance
Short Term Disability
Long Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts - Health and Dependent Care
Health Savings Accounts
Retirement:
State of Alaska Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) Program
401(k) and 457 Savings Plans
Employer Paid Benefits:
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Leave Plan
13 Paid Holidays
For an overview of our medical benefit package go to http://www.muni.org/Departments/employee_relations/Pages/BenefitsSummaries.aspx
01
In order to be considered, applicants must provide accurate and complete education and work history information in its entirety. The referenced information listed on the online application will be used to determine the applicant's qualifications toward meeting the minimum requirements for the position (e.g., if you list that you have 6 years of experience in a certain field, that experience must be easily identifiable on the 'Work Experience' section of your application).
Attaching a resume is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume" or any similar comment on any portion of your application may lead to you being disqualified for the position.
If the experience you reference in the below questions is not clearly included and described in your Work History section, your application will be considered not qualified for this position and you may be removed from consideration.
Do you understand, in order to be considered for this position, accurate and complete education and work history information must be provided?
Yes
No
02
Which of the following best describes your highest level of completed education as it relates to this position?
None / Less than High School
High school diploma, GED or equivalent
Associate's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Public Administration, Human Resources, Purchasing, Computer Information Systems, Finance or similar discipline
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Public Administration, Human Resources, Purchasing, Computer Information Systems, Finance or similar discipline
Master's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Public Administration, Human Resources, Purchasing, Computer Information Systems, Finance or similar discipline
03
How many years of experience in the field related to the position?
None to less than 2 years
2 years to less than 4 years
4 years to less than 6 years
6 years to less than 8 years
8 years or more
04
Describe the experience you referenced for the above question and indicate which position(s) in your application's Work History supports your response. Noting "see resume", "N/A", or a similar comment may result in you being removed from consideration for this position.
05
Do you currently possess or can you obtain a valid State of Alaska Driver's License by the time of hire?
Yes
No
06
Do you possess the ability to work in stressful circumstances caused by meeting deadlines and completing projects with short time frames? If yes, please elaborate and give an example.
07
Do you have any Supervisory experience? If yes, please elaborate and give an example.
Required Question
Employer
Municipality of Anchorage
Address
632 W 6th Avenue, Suite 605 Anchorage, Alaska, 99501
Phone
(907) 343-4442
Website
http://www.muni.org/jol
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