Entry Level Model Jobs in Alaska (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $2,646.00 Biweekly
Location : Anchorage International Airport, AK
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 54229
Department: Transportation and Public Facilities
Division: IAD-International Airport Systems Office
Opening Date: 06/16/2026
Closing Date: 6/26/2026 5:00 PM Alaska
Division: Anchorage International Airport
Position Open To: Alaska Residents Only
Bargaining Unit: General Government
Range: 18
Job Description
ATTENTION ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY!
The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities and Alaska International are looking for an Accountant 3 to
Keep Alaska Moving
What You Will Be Doing:
The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) - Alaska International Airports System (AIAS) is actively seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented professional to join our team as an Accountant 3. We are looking for an individual with strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and proficiency in financial software and Microsoft programs. As an integral part of our financial management team, the Accountant 3 at AIAS will play a pivotal role in maintaining accurate financial records, preparing insightful reports, and ensuring strict adherence to international accounting standards. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the financial transparency, efficiency, and overall success of the international airport system.
Mission and Culture:
The department's mission is to "Keep Alaska Moving". Recognizing the unique challenges posed by limited road access, the thriving of Alaskans and the state's economy hinges on the resilience of aviation. Anchored by Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport and Fairbanks International Airport, the airport system stands as the primary lifeline for both intra- and out-of-state travelers and the seamless movement of goods. Our culture embodies a steadfast commitment to the economic well-being of Alaska. The AIAS is not merely an aviation infrastructure; it's a catalyst for economic prosperity, contributing approximately $2 billion combined to the communities we serve. Every team member at AIAS plays an indispensable role in this mission, with a collective dedication to accountability and compliance.
The DOT&PF core values are integrity, enterprising, excellence, and respect. We support an environment focused on teamwork and collaboration to achieve results. We succeed in achieving our transportation mission through building credibility with our customers, stakeholders, and the public.
Benefits of Joining Our Team:
Join our International Airport Team, where your skills and dedication align with a purpose-driven mission, and where professional growth opportunities abound both within AIAS and the broader State of Alaska system. Be a part of our commitment to "Keep Alaska Moving" and experience the rewards of making a tangible difference in our vibrant community. At the heart of our Fiscal team's commitment lies a dedication to delivering outstanding customer service, your role is pivotal in supporting timely audits, meeting reporting requirements, and delivering precise capital project information. As a valued team member, you'll gain a profound sense of community impact as you contribute to crucial decision-making processes.
The State of Alaska has a generous benefits package and an excellent retirement plan. Please see here for more information:
The Working Environment You Can Expect:
Our office is located at 5000 W International Airport Road in Anchorage. The selected candidate will work with a collaborative team that is comprised of highly motivated and dedicated individuals who strive to provide excellent service and support and respect the individual. We promote a healthy life and work balance and enjoy a positive work environment.
Who We Are Looking For:
To be successful in this position, the selected applicant will possess the following core competencies:

• Financial Analysis: Knowledge of the principles, methods, and techniques of financial analysis, forecasting, and modeling to interpret quantitative and qualitative data; includes data modeling, earned value management, and evaluating key financial indicators, trends, and historical data.
• Auditing: Knowledge of generally accepted auditing standards and procedures for conducting financial and compliance, economy and efficiency, and program audits.
• Computer Skills: Uses computers, software applications, databases, and automated systems to accomplish work.

To view the general description and example of duties for positions please go to the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/
Minimum Qualifications
Competency Description
The competency description(s) listed below have been designed to promote a common understanding of the essential elements of the job class. They highlight the more general and customary knowledge, skills, abilities (KSAs), tasks, and behaviors used to describe the competency. They typically list expectations, as opposed to specific tasks, and are to be used only as parameters and guidelines. A competency's description is not intended to exclusively define every KSA, task, and behavior needed to successfully meet the competency, but rather to provide the manager/agency with a broad reference of options as to how an applicant can meet the job expectation.
Please ensure your application (through work history, training, education, licenses, certifications, etc.) supports/demonstrates you possess the minimum required competencies for the job class.
Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the applicant with competencies in

• Analysis and Assessment: Uses information technology in accessing, collecting, analyzing, maintaining, and disseminating data and information.

• Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving: uses a logical, systematic, sequential approach to address problems or opportunities or manage a situation by drawing on one's knowledge and experience base and calling on other references and resources as necessary.

• Oral and Written Communication: Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral and written presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.

• Principles of Accounting: Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, standards, and practices (for example, double entry accounting, accrual accounting), including the full accounting cycle and the preparation of work sheets, financial statements, ledgers, and journals.

• Technical Competence: Uses knowledge that is acquired through formal training or extensive on-the-job experience to perform one's job; works with, understands, and evaluates technical information related to the job; advises others on technical issues.

Equivalent to those typically gained by:
Any combination of preparatory post-secondary education and/or progressively responsible professional level experience in accounting, budgeting, or financial management.
Special Note:
"Competencies" means a combination of interrelated knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors that enable a person to act effectively in a job or situation.
"Typically gained by" means the prevalent, usual method of gaining the competencies expected for entry into the job.
"Training" and "education" in this guidance are synonyms for the process of acquiring knowledge and skills through instruction. It includes instruction through formal and informal methods (such as classroom, on-line, self-study, and on-the-job), from accredited and unaccredited sources, and long-duration (such as a post-secondary degree) and short-duration (such as a seminar) programs.
"Professional experience" means work that is creative, analytical, evaluative, and interpretive; requires a range and depth of specialized knowledge of the profession's principles, concepts, theories, and practices; and is performed with the power or right to decide or act according to one's own judgment.
"Progressively responsible" means indicating growth and/or advancement in complexity, difficulty, or level of responsibility.
Other Information
Some positions may require a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field and /or a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). The requirement will be noted in the recruitment posting.
Additional Required Information
Applicants are requested to submit (if not already attached to your application):

• Three (3) professional references, including name, job title, and current phone numbers.

ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY
Please be sure to check our to determine if you qualify.
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS:
For your application to be evaluated you must answer the Supplemental Questions.
The State of Alaska (SOA) uses four levels of proficiency to measure and describe an applicant's level of competence in applying certain behaviors, knowledge, skills, and abilities to accomplish a specific task. The proficiency levels are Mastery, Fluency, Literacy, and Discovery. You will need to rate your proficiency for each competency listed in the supplemental questions.
EDUCATION
To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competencies, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competencies for a position and are required with each application. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts). Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of interview; if not, transcripts will be required before employment.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION
Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
WORK EXPERIENCE
If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer's name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported, and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.
NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume or CV" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.
EEO STATEMENT
The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.
Contact Information
For specific information about this position, please contact the hiring manager at the following:
Name: Curt Rogers
Phone: (907) 474-2542
Email:
Careers with the State of Alaska offer MANY benefits
The following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the State of Alaska. Actual benefits received may differ by bargaining unit or branch of government, position type, or be prorated for other than full time work.
For a quick breakdown of the insurance, health, and retirement benefits available for State Employees you can view an (Please note this video is specifically designed for new State Employees.)
Insurance Benefits

• Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental
  • The following employee groups are under AlaskaCare Benefits administered by the State: See for additional information.
    • AVTEC
    • Confidential
    • Correctional Officers
    • Marine Engineers
    • Mt. Edgecumbe Teachers
    • Supervisory
    • Unlicensed Vessel Personnel/Inland Boatman's Union
    • Exempt employees (not covered by collective bargaining)
  • The following employee groups are covered by Union health trusts. Contact the appropriate Union for additional information.
    • General Government
    • Labor, Trades and Crafts
    • Public Safety Employees Association
    • Masters, Mates & Pilots
• Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit)

Optional Insurance Benefits

• Group-based insurance premiums for
  • Term life (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents)
  • Long-term and short-term disability
  • Accidental Death and Dismemberment