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Denali Family Services

Administrative Assistant

Anchorage, AK · On-site

$18.50 - $24.75/hr

The Administrative Assistant is also required to maintain a high level of customer service and ... Answer phone calls (direct and transfer to applicable person) * Greet people who visit the agency

ASRC

Administrative Assistant

Kodiak, AK

$19.25 - $26/hr

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES * Assist customers by taking orders via telephone, radio, or in person and communicating their needs to appropriate personnel when necessary. * Assist customers ...

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A Personal Assistant (PA) provides administrative and organizational support to individuals, often executives or busy professionals. Their duties can include managing schedules, arranging travel, handling correspondence, and performing various personal tasks to help their employer stay organized and efficient. Personal Assistants may also coordinate meetings, take notes, and act as a gatekeeper for requests. The specific responsibilities can vary depending on the needs of the employer.

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To thrive as a Personal Assistant, you need excellent organizational skills, time management abilities, and proficiency in office administration, often supported by experience or a relevant qualification. Familiarity with office software (such as Microsoft Office Suite), calendar management tools, and communication platforms is typically required. Discretion, adaptability, and strong interpersonal skills help Personal Assistants effectively support their employers and handle sensitive information. These skills are crucial for ensuring smooth daily operations, maintaining confidentiality, and enabling executives to focus on high-level tasks.

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Personal Assistants often juggle multiple tasks and shifting priorities, which can lead to challenges in time management and organization. Balancing urgent requests, maintaining confidentiality, and adapting to a manager’s working style are common hurdles. Effective use of digital tools, clear communication, and proactive planning can help manage these demands. Building a strong rapport with your manager and team also ensures smoother collaboration and better anticipation of needs.
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Instrument Person - UMIAQ Design

UIC Alaska

Atqasuk, AK

Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

Overview

UMIAQ Design is seeking a survey Instrument Person to support the survey projects at Alpine on the North-Slope of Alaska. As an Instrument Person, works on a tow to three-person team to assist collecting field data used for creating maps, plans, and construction documents. The position will work year-round in the field often using GPS, traditional, and level survey equipment.

The UMIAQ Design survey team is actively working on many exciting long term design projects. The survey AutoCAD will work on a rotation 2 weeks on and 2 weeks off rotation with a small team of professionals in a collaborative office setting located in Alpine, Alaska.

Responsibilities

Essential functions will include:

  • Field Equipment Operation:
    • Set up, calibrate, and maintain survey equipment in the field.
    • Ensure all instruments are functioning properly and adjust as needed for accurate readings.
    • Use GPS systems to position survey markers and benchmarks at designated locations.
  • Support for Party Chief:
    • Help establish and mark reference points on the ground and assist in staking out construction or development sites.
    • Work alongside the Party Chief to verify and check measurements and other critical data.
    • Conduct field reconnaissance to identify survey landmarks and control points.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

  • Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with variety GPS, traditional, and leveling surveying equipment
  • Attention to Detail: Ability to perform accurate measurements and calculations.
  • Physical Stamina: Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and navigate rough or uneven terrain.
  • Problem-Solving: Ability to identify and resolve issues in the field to ensure accurate data collection.
Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Associate's degree in surveying, geomatics, civil engineering technology, or a related field; or three years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.

Physical and Mental Demands:

  • Must be able to travel to remote project locations using various modes of transportation, including aircraft, boats, snow machines, four-wheelers, and other off-road vehicles.

  • Must be able to lift and carry up to 40 pounds.

  • Must be able to walk and work on unimproved terrain and active construction sites, often in varying weather conditions.

Working Conditions

  • May require travel to remote areas of Alaska throughout the year.

  • Must be able to work in a variety of environmental conditions, including extreme temperatures as low as -50F.

  • Field assignments may involve exposure to harsh weather, rugged terrain, and limited access to amenities.

  • Work may be conducted in both indoor office settings and outdoor field environments, including active construction sites.

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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