Entry Level Construction Management Jobs in Alaska

Salary: $28.55 Hourly
Location : Borough Administration Building - 144 N. Binkley, Soldotna, AK
Job Type: Full-time
Department: ASSESSING DEPARTMENT
Division: APPRAISAL
Opening Date: 08/06/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
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Definition
Under the general direction and supervision of the appraisal manager or designee, the appraisal technician performs real property inspections, data collection, obtains construction costs, and estimates observed quality, condition and components for a variety of residential real properties within the Kenai Peninsula Borough boundaries. The appraisal technician conducts various field surveys and assists the real property appraisers in the valuation (assessment) process and in the development of standards for field inspections pertaining to the quality and classification of various residential real properties.
This is an entry-level position in the field of real property appraising with emphasis on the inventory and classification of real property improvements and land features through field and imagery inspections
Typing Test: Must submit applicable typing test per the Minimum Qualifications required. Tests can be taken online or at the Alaska Job Center or equivalent. Must show name and date of test.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma. Familiar with computer processing, accurately and proficiently type a minimum of 40 wpm, ability to function in stress related environment, must be able to interact effectively with the public and handle difficult situations. Must have a valid Alaska driver's license to perform all job functions, and the availability of a personal vehicle, are required.
Appraisal Technician II:
Appraisal Technician I may bump up to Appraisal Technician II once documented training is complete. Must demonstrate competence with outlook, excel, the basic understanding of the taxability of real property and the use of the existing CAMA system. Bump up to Appraisal Technician II is conditioned upon budgetary restrictions and management's review of the individual competency and capabilities of the Appraisal Technician. Applicant may be placed at Appraisal Technician II depending on previous experience and Director approval.
Essential Functions
Appraisal Technician I: While working under the direction of the Appraisal Manager or assigned staff the Appraisal Technician will:
1. Have good knowledge of and continually utilize the appraisal manual, CAMA system, camera, software systems.
2. Perform real property improvement measurements, field inspections, investigations, surveys and capture photos
3. Provide assistance to the real property appraisal staff in the performance of real property appraisals.
4. Record, collect, document and maintain real property sales.
Appraisal Technician II:
5. Prepares limited and routine real property reports and records.
6. Records, collects and documents construction cost data.
7. Gathers data pertaining to observed quality, condition and classification of residential real property.
8. Represents the department and the Kenai Peninsula Borough, at-large, in frequent contact with property owners and the general public.
9. Travel, including some overnight trips.
10. Works in a limited capacity with computerized appraisal systems and equipment as required.
Other Functions:

1. Other related duties as assigned.

Vehicle Requirements: Vehicle must be shown to be safe and reliable and must be able to meet the criteria established in the Kenai Peninsula Borough's Vehicle Policy within 30 days of hire.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to communicate orally; regularly required to sit and to use hands and fingers dexterously to operate office equipment, cameras, measuring tapes, property files, and small tools; occasionally transport up to 50 pounds; reach with hands and arms, and stand and walk (at times on uneven or icy ground). This position requires the ability to access non-road accessible land within the Kenai Peninsula Borough during all times of the year, using four-wheeler, ATV, snow machine, snowshoes, etc. Specific vision abilities required include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
We look forward to reviewing your application. Thank you for applying!
The Kenai Peninsula Borough is an EEO Employer. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:
Kenai Peninsula Borough Self-Insured Health/Rx /Dental/Vision Plans
• Coverage begins on date of hire into a regular position.
• Biweekly payroll (24 pay periods); employee's contribution (pre-tax) deduction
• Borough-provided contribution for HSA or HRA
High Deductible Health Plan
Calendar Year Deductible:
Individual - $2,000*
Family - $4,000*
Calendar Year Out-of-Pocket Maximum:
Individual - $5,500 In-Network / $15,000 Out-of-Network
Family - $9,000 In-Network / $30,000 Out-of-Network
A spousal coverage surcharge of $150 per month ($75 per pay period) will be assessed if an employee's spouse declines health coverage available through his or her employer and is enrolled in the KPB Plans, or if the spouse elects to enroll in a reduced benefit plan which shifts primary coverage to the Kenai Peninsula Borough Health Plan.
Prescription Drug Plan Note:
Calendar Year Deductible:
Individual - $2,000*
Family - $4,000*
* Medical and prescription deductibles are combined and cross-accumulate
* Medical and prescription out-of-pocket maximums are combined and cross-accumulate
Employee Health Premiums per Pay Period (24 per year):
Employee $47.50 ($95/month)
Spouse $47.50 ($95/month)
Children (1 - 5) $12.50 (per each child / $25 per child/per month)
Children (6+) $75 ($150 total/month)
Dental Plan
Calendar Year Deductible
Individual - $75 / Family - $250
Annual Maximum Benefit per Person - $2,500
Vision Plan
There is no deductible applicable to the Vision Plan.
Eligible expenses include eye exams, lenses and frames and contact lenses.
Dental/Vision Premiums per Pay Period (24 per year):
Coverage for employee and all eligible, enrolled dependents $15 ($30/month)
Borough Contribution to HSA or HRA
Health Savings Account
Calendar Year Contribution
$1,500 Individual / $3,000 Family
Health Reimbursement Arrangement
Calendar Year Contribution
$1,500 Individual / $3,000 Family
Employees who elect to participate in, and meet eligibility requirements for, the HRA or HSA, shall have the Employer's contribution, *pro-rated, deposited into their account in equal monthly installments during the first pay period paid on the first payday of each month.
Guardian Flight AirMed & LifeMed AK transportation
Discounted family membership for air ambulance services available at employee's expense.
Employee Assistance Program
Offered through Magellan Health, this program provides free support services to employees & their family. Options include limited counseling, wellbeing coaching, legal services & more.
Career Grants
Available to regular status, classified employees.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee funded via pre-tax deduction. These optional accounts include a Medical FSA for qualifying medical/dental/vision expenses, a Limited Purpose FSA for qualifying dental/vision expenses, or a dependent care FSA for qualifying childcare/eldercare expenses. All accounts have maximum annual limits set by the IRS & must be elected annually.
Group Life and AD&D
A life insurance policy for all regular status employees in an amount equal to the employee's annual salary. A $2,000 policy is also provided for spouse and dependent children.
Additional Group Life and AD&D
Additional life insurance available at employee's expense.
Supplemental Insurance Policies
Supplemental policies including accident, cancer, disability and critical illness available through Colonial Life at employee's expense via payroll deduction.
Pet Insurance
Discounted rates for pet insurance through MetLife available at employee's expense.
Personal Leave-Paid Time Off-PTO
Employees accrue 3.08 hours of PTO per full pay period from date of hire and it is available to use immediately. Accrual increases according to a 1, 2, 5, and 10-year schedule. New hires receive a lump sum of $1,000 upon completion of 12 months of
satisfactory service.
Holidays
Ten scheduled holidays plus two floating holidays.
Administrative Leave
Administrative employees who are overtime exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act will receive up to 160 hours of administrative leave per year, as earned, to be used like annual leave.
Retirement
Enrollment in the State of Alaska Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) is mandatory. Employee/ Employer contributions dependent on PERS Tier Level employee is hired under.
Please note, PERS calculates service based on 6 hrs. per day/30 hrs. per week as full-time. If working less than this, your years of service (used to determine vesting schedule, retirement etc.) will be prorated accordingly. Please contact PERS for more information.
Supplemental Retirement Accounts
Available at employee's expense through MissionSquare Retirement. Options include an optional, employee-funded, pre-tax 457 deferred compensation program and/or a post-tax IRA.
*pro-rated is defined as $125.00 per month for an individual or $250.00 per month for a family, based on month of hire for new hires. This is based on the Boroughs contribution for a Full-Time employee of $1500.00 per year for an individual or $3000.00 per year for a family.
This is only a Summary Sheet. Please see full Medical/Rx and Dental/Vision Plans for schedule of benefits and coverage. Consult your current Collective Bargaining Agreement as well as applicable KPB policies/procedures regarding other benefits outlined above.
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Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully, and certify that your responses can be verified from information within your application and by reference?

• Yes
• No

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COVER LETTER: This job posting requires a cover letter attached to the application. Have you attached your cover letter, as required, which highlights my knowledge, skills, abilities and experience as they pertain to the responsibilities listed in the job description. I understand if this is not attached, my application will not be considered.

• Yes
• No

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RESUME: This job posting requires a resume attached to the application. I understand if this is not attached, my application will not be considered.

• Yes
• No

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Please provide name, address, email address, and contact numbers for three (3) professional references.If you have provided this information on your application, this question is N/A.
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Please provide name, address, email address and contact numbers for three (3) personal references.If you have provided this information on your application, this question is N/A.
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Do you possess a high school diploma?

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• No

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Do you currently possess a valid, unrestricted State of Alaska Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have the availability of a personal vehicle with current vehicle insurance?

• Yes
• No

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TYPING TEST: This job posting requires a typing test.Have you attached your typing skills test that meets the minimum required 40 wpm? You must attach your certified test results as delineated in the job posting.If you do not have test results available, save and submit your application when you have all documents ready to attach.

• Yes
• No

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Are you skilled in the use of computer programs including Microsoft Office products?

• Yes
• No

Required Question