Asst. Project Manager

The Assistant Project Manager at Alaska Energy Authority supports rural Alaskan communities with bulk fuel storage and power system upgrades. This entry-level role involves project management tasks, requiring a Bachelor's degree or relevant experience. The position focuses on community-based energy projects and aims to reduce energy costs in Alaska. The job is based in Anchorage, AK, and is a full-time position.
Our Assistant Project Manager position helps explain requirements, prepares, and oversee the progress of business plans for rural Alaskan communities seeking code compliant bulk fuel storage tanks and rural power system upgrades funded by the Denali Commission. This position also assists in the development of various energy projects as implemented under the rural energy program. This is the beginning level of project management and is characterized by less complexity and responsibility than a Project Manager.

We're looking for someone who has a Bachelor's degree in business or public administration, or related field, preferred or a minimum of four years of work experience in or a combination of the following: grants administration, community or economic development, infrastructure project planning or program management. Applicable experience can substitute for education and training on a year-for-year basis.

Company DescriptionAbout Alaska Energy Authority
The Alaska Energy Authority (AEA) is a public corporation of the State of Alaska governed by a board of directors with the mission to “reduce the cost of energy in Alaska.” AEA is the state's energy office and lead agency for statewide energy policy and program development.

Whether building modern and code-compliant bulk fuel tank farms, upgrading to high-efficiency generators in rural powerhouse systems or integrating renewable energy projects, AEA emphasizes community-based project management. AEA’s core programs work to diversify Alaska’s energy portfolio, lead energy planning and policy, invest in Alaska’s energy infrastructure, and provide rural Alaska with technical and community assistance.

AEA also manages the Renewable Energy Fund, the Emerging Energy Technology Fund, the Power Cost Equalization Program and various Energy Efficiency and Conservation Programs. AEA provides grants and loans for qualified energy infrastructure projects and also owns energy infrastructure for the benefit of Alaskans.