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Job Description ATTENTION ALASKA RESIDENTS. The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF), Central Region, is looking for an Engineering Assistant 3 / Engineering Associate / Engineer/Architect 1 Flex in Anchorage to help us Keep Alaska Moving. Base Salary Information: Engineering Assistant 3: $44.49 / hourly (OT Eligible) Engineering Associate: $44.49 / hourly (OT Eligible) Engineer/Architect 1: $3563.25 / bi-weekly (OT Ineligible) What you will be doing: This flex-position in our Preliminary Design and Environmental Services section offers a growth path from Engineering Assistant 3 through Engineering Associate to Engineer/Architect 1, giving you the opportunity to advance as you gain experience and licensure

Engineering Assistant 3 level - You'll work under the guidance of a registered professional engineer and lead consultant teams in solving real transportation engineering challenges-from developing design study reports and roadway geometrics to preparing drainage and accident analyses, cost estimates, and other essential project documents. Engineering Associate level - You'll take on a Senior Engineer role, guiding consultants in producing complete, bid-ready plans, specifications, and estimates for highway improvement projects. Engineer/Architect 1 level - You'll serve as a first-level registered professional engineer, supporting an Engineering Manager by reviewing designs for compliance with federal and state requirements, coordinating professional service contracts, and helping deliver high-quality plan sets for both state-funded and federal-aid projects.

In this role, you may also professionally seal engineering documents. This flex hiring structure allows motivated candidates to develop, contribute, and advance within a supportive and collaborative engineering environment Our organization, mission, and culture: The DOT&PF mission is to "Keep Alaska Moving", and your role in this position is directly tied to the most critical aspects of the mission. Alaska's roadways and airports are important resources that meet basic transportation needs and are critical to health and safety.

They play a vital role in supporting our economy by serving communities throughout the state as well as the oil, gas, timber, commercial fishing, tourist, and other industries. You will collaborate with multiple functional groups within the Department, coordinate with staff from multiple areas of expertise, and assist with public and agency meetings to successfully construct capital improvement projects in Central Region, thereby delivering the Department's mission. This Department is mission-focused with an organizational atmosphere that promotes excellence, integrity, teamwork, and public service.

The benefits of joining our team: Joining the Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (DOT&PF) offers an array of benefits, with career growth opportunities at the forefront. As an integral part of Alaska's infrastructure development and maintenance, DOT&PF provides employees with a dynamic and diverse work environment where they can continually enhance their skills and climb the career ladder. The department values professional development, offering training programs and mentorship opportunities to help individuals expand their expertise and advance in their chosen fields.

With the vast and unique challenges of Alaska's geography and climate, employees can work on groundbreaking projects that contribute to the state's growth, making the DOT&PF an ideal choice for those seeking a fulfilling and evolving career in transportation and public facilities. The State of Alaska has a generous benefits package and an excellent retirement plan. Please see here for more information: https://doa.alaska.gov/dop/workplace/benefits/

The DOT&PF core values are integrity, 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.

A successful candidate will have sound judgment, decision-making, and a strong ethical and professional conduct history. The working environment you can expect: This position is based in Anchorage. The DOT&PF Central Region Headquarters building in located at 4111 Aviation Avenue.

The office building is generally comprised of cubicle office space and organized by functional groups. Flexible work schedules and hybrid teleworking options are available. Who we are looking for: To be successful in this position, the selected applicant will possess the following core competencies: Self-Management: Sets well-defined and realistic personal goals; displays a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment towards completing assignments in a timely manner; works with minimal supervision; is motivated to achieve; demonstrates responsible behavior.

Problem Solving: Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgement to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations. 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. Transportation Engineering: Knowledge of the concepts, principles, theories, and methods applicable to planning, designing, and constructing of transportation systems including traffic analysis, signal analysis, highway capacity, pavement design, bridge construction, planning of transportation projects, environmental analysis of transportation facilities, and transportation network analysis.

Learning: Uses efficient learning techniques to acquire and apply new knowledge and skills; uses training, feedback, or other opportunities for self-learning and development. Special Note: Valid Driver's License is preferred but not required. If applying for the Engineer/Architect 1 level, a Professional Engineer license in the field of Civil Engineering is mandatory.

Engineer-in-training certification is preferred but not required. To view the general description and example of duties for positions please go to the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs Minimum Qualifications Engineering Assistant 3: Bachelor's degree with a major in engineering, architecture or land surveying from an institution accredited by ABET. AND Two years of engineering, architectural or land surveying experience of which one year was at the working or intermediate trainee level

The specific experience includes such work as an Engineering Assistant 2 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent elsewhere. Or: A bachelor's degree with a major in a branch of engineering from an institution not accredited by ABET. AND An Engineer-In-Training (EIT) certificate issued by a state or the National Council of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors; or verification of passing the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) examination.

AND Two years of engineering, architectural or land surveying experience of which one year was at the working or intermediate trainee level. The specific experience includes such work as an Engineering Assistant 2 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent elsewhere. Substitutions: Four years of any combination of ABET accredited postsecondary education in engineering, architecture, or land surveying (3 semester/4 quarter hours equal one month) and/or engineering, architectural or land surveying experience may substitute for the required degree.

Graduate study in engineering or architecture may be substituted for the required experience (2 semester/3 quarter hours equal one month). Engineering Associate: Eight years of progressively responsible work experience in engineering, land surveying or architecture, of which one year was as an Engineering Assistant 3 with the State of Alaska, or the equivalent elsewhere. Substitution: ABET accredited college or technical school courses in engineering, architecture, land surveying or a closely related curriculum may be substituted for the non-specific required experience (3 semester/4 quarter hours equal one month).

A bachelor's degree with a major in engineering, architecture or land surveying from an institution accredited by ABET may substitute for four years of the non-specific required experience. Engineer/Architect 1: Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) or Architect. Note: Positions in this class require professional registration as either an Engineer or an Architect.

The employer will designate which professional field is required for each position. Special Note: Persons not registered in the State of Alaska must be registered in a state recognized by the State Board of Registration for Architects, Engineers and Land Surveyors eligible for comity in accordance with AS 08.48.191(b). Persons employed under this provision must become registered in Alaska within one year of hire and sign an agreement to this effect as a condition of employment

Additional Required Information At time of application, applicants are requested to submit: Cover Letter (see instructions below) At time of interview, applicants are required to submit (if not already attached to your application): Copy of academic transcripts (unofficial are okay, please ensure that the institution name/URL is listed on the transcript) if using education to verify that you meet the minimum qualifications. Copy of your valid driver's license. Three (3) professional references, including name, job title, and current phone numbers.

COVER LETTER A cover letter is required as part of your application. In your cover letter, please describe how you possess the position specific competencies listed in the "Who We Are Looking For" section and how your skills will be of particular benefit to the position. We request your cover letter be no more than two to three paragraphs and limited to one page.

ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY Please be sure to check our residency definition to determine if you qualify. FLEXIBLY STAFFED This position is flexibly staffed. This vacancy may be filled at either the Engineering Assistant 3, Engineering Associate, or Engineer/Architect 1 level, depending on the applicant's training and/or experience.

The full range of salaries is listed above. Starting salary will be determined by the level the position is hired at. If filled at a lower level, promotion to the higher level will occur upon successful completion of the probationary period and required training, as well as the applicant meeting the minimum qualifications of the higher job class.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS This recruitment utilizes a supplemental questionnaire as part of the application process. These questions may be a mix of written, multiple-choice, and select all that apply questions. The answers you provide to the questions will be an opportunity for you to tell us about your experience and/or education.

The answers will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process; please be as thorough and accurate as you can. 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: Galen Jones, P.E., Project Manager Phone: (907) 269-0550 Email: galen.jones@alaska.gov OR Name: Teodore Odena, Central Region Recruitment Coordinator Phone: (907) 269-0630 Email: teodore.odena@alaska.gov