Careers in Family and Community Services
We are always looking for talented people to join our team! Positions within the Department of Family and Community Services range from administrative to in-person work with some of Alaska’s most vulnerable residents. Have a knack with people? Check out the open positions within our four Divisions: The
Division of Juvenile Justice, the
Alaska Psychiatric Institute, the
Office of Children’s Services, and the
Alaska Pioneer Homes.
View the
current DFCS job listings on Workplace Alaska.
Benefits of Working for the State of Alaska
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Salary increases include annual raises and "merit" increases.
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Health insurance, which includes employer contributions, toward medical/vision/dental.
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Retirement with matching employer contribution into a defined contribution program.
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Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served and 11 paid holidays.
Explore our
Competitive Benefits in detail.
Learn More About Our Divisions
Office of Children’s Services
The
Office of Children's Services (OCS) is contributing every day to the protection, health and well-being of Alaskan children and their families and is the 2012 NPHIC Silver Medal Award for Excellence in Public Health Communication.
Alaska Pioneer Homes
Alaska Pioneer Homes (AKPH) provide elder Alaskans a home and community. Guided by the Eden Alternative® philosophy, staff together with volunteers, friends and family members, work to create a supportive, caring, vibrant and engaging environment for our elders.
Volunteer Opportunities
Not sure if a career with the Alaska Pioneer Home is right for you? Volunteer with us to first to find out! See the
Volunteer section on our Recruitment page.
Division of Juvenile Justice
Make a meaningful difference in Alaska's youth, families, and communities! In the
Division of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) you can be part of a dynamic team that actively works to hold juvenile offenders accountable for their behavior, promote the safety and restoration of victims and communities, and assist offenders and their families in developing skills to prevent crime.
Alaska Psychiatric Institute