State of Alaska
Eligibility Requirement
This position is open to Alaska Residents only.
Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.
Position Overview Accounting Technician 2
located in Juneau.
Responsibilities The Accounting Technician 2 is responsible for day‑to‑day accounting tasks within the headquarters unit in Juneau, supporting staff in Juneau and Anchorage. It provides paraprofessional level support for managing reimbursable service agreements, moves, and budget support for over 200 Headquarters projects, and other accounting duties for the Headquarters employees. You must adapt quickly to shifting priorities, manage constant interruptions, and collaborate with administrative and accounting staff to ensure necessary tasks are completed.
Organization, Mission & Culture The Division of Commercial Fisheries core service is to ensure the conservation of fish, shellfish, and aquatic plants based on scientifically sound assessments. The Alaska Department of Fish & Game strives for a diverse, inclusive workforce where safety and well‑being are paramount, and employees at all levels promote a culture where everyone is valued, treated equitably, and treated respectfully.
Benefits The Headquarters Administrative Section is a highly effective team of professionals who strive to produce quality work, allowing the division to accomplish its important mission. This position offers great learning opportunities, varied and interesting work, and a fun and innovative team.
Working Conditions This position is located in downtown Juneau, next to the Whale statue and boardwalk, with available parking. The work environment is casual, collaborative, and customer service oriented. The current team is a tight‑knit group that values each other’s contributions and work. At the discretion of management, and depending on the applicant, telework opportunities are possible after successful completion of training, onboarding, and the probationary period. Employees on approved telework agreements will be expected to report to the office when needed. This position is being recruited for Juneau only and the selected applicant must be located in Juneau/Douglas.
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
Skill in using computer software programs to process accounting documentation, spreadsheet creation and maintenance, and tracking of budgetary and financial information, and the ability to learn state and department proprietary computer systems.
Ability to comprehend, interpret, apply, and explain policies and procedures, administrative and accounting requirements, rules, and instructions.
Able to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with staff and communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to remain organized with accounting processes, email management, and trackers; be thorough when performing work and display a high level of effort and commitment.
Adjusts planned work by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to address multiple demands and competing priorities in a changing environment.
Required Experience
One year of entry technical level accounting or clerical bookkeeping experience.
Certification as an Accounting Technician from an accredited college is a substitute.
Post secondary education from an accredited college is a substitute if it includes at least 6 semester/8 quarter hours in Accounting.
Required Documents
Transcripts if using education to meet the minimum qualifications.
Copies of the last two evaluations or two letters of recommendation from a current or past employer.
Three professional references with current contact information (phone number or email address).
Supplemental Questions & Application Guidance For your application to be evaluated you must answer the supplemental questions. Be specific in your answers and tell us how you acquired the relevant experience. Complete sentences, proof‑read, and view these questions in the application system. A cover letter is not required.
Education Verification Verify education in the application. If you have not obtained a degree, indicate the number of units completed. Transcripts are required to verify educational credentials.
Special Instructions for Foreign Education If using foreign education, you must submit evidence that it is equivalent to U.S. education settings, such as a private organization’s assessment or a U.S. state university’s equivalence decision.
EEO Statement The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aids or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465‑4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711, 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 the position please contact the hiring manager:
Kyle Paddleford , Accountant 4,
kyle.paddleford@alaska.gov .
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Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.
Position Overview Accounting Technician 2
located in Juneau.
Responsibilities The Accounting Technician 2 is responsible for day‑to‑day accounting tasks within the headquarters unit in Juneau, supporting staff in Juneau and Anchorage. It provides paraprofessional level support for managing reimbursable service agreements, moves, and budget support for over 200 Headquarters projects, and other accounting duties for the Headquarters employees. You must adapt quickly to shifting priorities, manage constant interruptions, and collaborate with administrative and accounting staff to ensure necessary tasks are completed.
Organization, Mission & Culture The Division of Commercial Fisheries core service is to ensure the conservation of fish, shellfish, and aquatic plants based on scientifically sound assessments. The Alaska Department of Fish & Game strives for a diverse, inclusive workforce where safety and well‑being are paramount, and employees at all levels promote a culture where everyone is valued, treated equitably, and treated respectfully.
Benefits The Headquarters Administrative Section is a highly effective team of professionals who strive to produce quality work, allowing the division to accomplish its important mission. This position offers great learning opportunities, varied and interesting work, and a fun and innovative team.
Working Conditions This position is located in downtown Juneau, next to the Whale statue and boardwalk, with available parking. The work environment is casual, collaborative, and customer service oriented. The current team is a tight‑knit group that values each other’s contributions and work. At the discretion of management, and depending on the applicant, telework opportunities are possible after successful completion of training, onboarding, and the probationary period. Employees on approved telework agreements will be expected to report to the office when needed. This position is being recruited for Juneau only and the selected applicant must be located in Juneau/Douglas.
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
Skill in using computer software programs to process accounting documentation, spreadsheet creation and maintenance, and tracking of budgetary and financial information, and the ability to learn state and department proprietary computer systems.
Ability to comprehend, interpret, apply, and explain policies and procedures, administrative and accounting requirements, rules, and instructions.
Able to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with staff and communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to remain organized with accounting processes, email management, and trackers; be thorough when performing work and display a high level of effort and commitment.
Adjusts planned work by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to address multiple demands and competing priorities in a changing environment.
Required Experience
One year of entry technical level accounting or clerical bookkeeping experience.
Certification as an Accounting Technician from an accredited college is a substitute.
Post secondary education from an accredited college is a substitute if it includes at least 6 semester/8 quarter hours in Accounting.
Required Documents
Transcripts if using education to meet the minimum qualifications.
Copies of the last two evaluations or two letters of recommendation from a current or past employer.
Three professional references with current contact information (phone number or email address).
Supplemental Questions & Application Guidance For your application to be evaluated you must answer the supplemental questions. Be specific in your answers and tell us how you acquired the relevant experience. Complete sentences, proof‑read, and view these questions in the application system. A cover letter is not required.
Education Verification Verify education in the application. If you have not obtained a degree, indicate the number of units completed. Transcripts are required to verify educational credentials.
Special Instructions for Foreign Education If using foreign education, you must submit evidence that it is equivalent to U.S. education settings, such as a private organization’s assessment or a U.S. state university’s equivalence decision.
EEO Statement The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aids or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465‑4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711, 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 the position please contact the hiring manager:
Kyle Paddleford , Accountant 4,
kyle.paddleford@alaska.gov .
#J-18808-Ljbffr