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ATTENTION ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY!
The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities, Division of Southcoast Region Construction Section is recruiting for an Engineering Associate in Juneau.
What you will be doing This position serves as a Southcoast Region Construction Division Project Engineer. As the Department’s designated representative for construction contract administration, the incumbent will be responsible for the inspection, acceptance and payment of work performed on one or more ongoing construction projects of average to above average complexity, projects with high potential for public impacts, and projects with sensitive stakeholder commitments.
Our organization, mission, and culture The State of Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities’ mission is to Keep Alaska Moving. The Southcoast Region Construction Division is committed to being an adaptable construction team striving for excellence through trust-focused partnerships, transparency, and results. Our belief in teamwork, innovation, empowerment, and commitment will guide us to be successful. We will be a key player in making our transportation system modern, adaptable, flexible and resilient.
The State of Alaska is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer; to view the DOT&PF’s EEO policy statement, please visit the following link: https://dot.alaska.gov/job-opportunities/index.shtml
The benefits of joining our team You'll be joining a diverse and stable engineering work force at the DOT&PF Southcoast Region. Southcoast Region's Construction Division provides an excellent opportunity for employees to broaden their engineering knowledge while advancing their career and improving Alaska’s vital public transportation infrastructure. Constructing technically challenging infrastructure projects and learning new professional skills provides a great sense of accomplishment and satisfaction.
Joining the Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (DOT&PF) offers an array of benefits, with career growth opportunities at the forefront. 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. With Alaska's geography and climate, employees work on projects that contribute to the state's growth.
The DOT&PF core values are integrity, excellence, and respect. We support an environment focused on teamwork and collaboration to achieve results.
The State of Alaska has a generous benefits package, competitive wages, and an excellent retirement plan. For more information: https://doa.alaska.gov/dop/workplace/benefits/
The working environment you can expect This position is located in Juneau. It reports to the DOT&PF Southcoast Region 7-mile office located in Juneau, Alaska. Southeast Alaska features unique habitats, temperate rainforests, steep mountains, glaciers, and marine waters with broad recreational opportunities. The region’s coastal environment affects construction considerations for projects ranging from small local street/highway work to marine terminals and airport improvements. The position requires the ability to read and interpret design plans and specifications and to develop well thought out engineering solutions and documentation during construction of regional projects.
Working at DOT&PF offers a challenging and rewarding environment. Alaska’s geography and climate create diverse locations, including remote sites and urban centers, where professionals address transportation needs. Roles require adaptability and resourcefulness to maintain and improve roads, bridges, airports, ports, and public facilities while upholding safety and environmental responsibility.
Who we are looking for To be successful in this position, the selected applicant will possess the following core competencies:
Reading Comprehension:
Understands and interprets written material, including technical material, rules, regulations, instructions, reports, charts, graphs, or tables; applies what is learned from or contained in written material to specific situations.
Decision Making:
Makes sound, well-informed, and objective decisions; perceives the impact and implications of decisions; commits to action, even in uncertain situations, to accomplish organizational goals; causes change.
Oral and Written Communication:
Expresses information to individuals or groups effectively, considering audience and context; makes clear and convincing oral and written presentations; listens and responds appropriately.
Partnering:
Develops networks and builds alliances; collaborates across boundaries to achieve common goals.
Road Work and Pavement:
Knowledge of materials, methods, and tools to construct, maintain, or repair road surfaces, including sidewalks, parking lots, runways, etc.
Special Note:
Valid Driver’s License is required.
Requires occasional travel to project sites within the coastal region of Alaska (several trips during Spring/Summer/Fall). This may include flying to remote communities in small aircraft with infrequent overnight stays. Site inspections can occur in adverse weather conditions.
To view the general description and example of duties for positions please go to: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs
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. A bachelor’s degree with a major in engineering, architecture or land surveying from an ABET-accredited institution may substitute for four years of the non-specific required experience.
At time of application, applicants are requested to submit:
Cover letter (see instructions below)
At time of interview, applicants are requested to submit (if not already attached to your application):
Proof of Degree or educational transcripts if using education to meet MQs
Names and contact information of at least three professional references
ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY
Please be sure to check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.
COVER LETTER
A cover letter is required as part of your application. It should describe how you meet the position-specific competencies listed in the “Who We Are Looking For” section and how your skills will benefit the position. Limit to two to three paragraphs and one page.
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS
This recruitment uses a supplemental questionnaire as part of the application process. Answers will help determine which applicants advance to the interview phase.
EDUCATION
To verify education is used to meet the minimum qualifications, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, indicate the number of units completed. Transcripts are required to verify credentials. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable; include institution name and URL if listed.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION
Education completed in foreign colleges may be used to meet requirements if appropriate, with evidence of equivalence as described. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
WORK EXPERIENCE
If you are using work experience not documented in your application, provide employer name, job title, dates, and whether full- or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and meet minimum qualifications. If not, the applicant may not advance to the interview stage.
NOTE: Attaching a resume or CV is not an alternative to completing the application. Resume or CV alone does not substitute for filling out the application.
EEO STATEMENT
The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals requiring accommodations should contact the provided numbers or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.
For specific information about this position, please contact the hiring manager:
Name: Keri Williamson, Engineer / Architect 4 Phone: (907) 465-1819 Email: keri.williamson@alaska.gov
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The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities, Division of Southcoast Region Construction Section is recruiting for an Engineering Associate in Juneau.
What you will be doing This position serves as a Southcoast Region Construction Division Project Engineer. As the Department’s designated representative for construction contract administration, the incumbent will be responsible for the inspection, acceptance and payment of work performed on one or more ongoing construction projects of average to above average complexity, projects with high potential for public impacts, and projects with sensitive stakeholder commitments.
Our organization, mission, and culture The State of Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities’ mission is to Keep Alaska Moving. The Southcoast Region Construction Division is committed to being an adaptable construction team striving for excellence through trust-focused partnerships, transparency, and results. Our belief in teamwork, innovation, empowerment, and commitment will guide us to be successful. We will be a key player in making our transportation system modern, adaptable, flexible and resilient.
The State of Alaska is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer; to view the DOT&PF’s EEO policy statement, please visit the following link: https://dot.alaska.gov/job-opportunities/index.shtml
The benefits of joining our team You'll be joining a diverse and stable engineering work force at the DOT&PF Southcoast Region. Southcoast Region's Construction Division provides an excellent opportunity for employees to broaden their engineering knowledge while advancing their career and improving Alaska’s vital public transportation infrastructure. Constructing technically challenging infrastructure projects and learning new professional skills provides a great sense of accomplishment and satisfaction.
Joining the Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (DOT&PF) offers an array of benefits, with career growth opportunities at the forefront. 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. With Alaska's geography and climate, employees work on projects that contribute to the state's growth.
The DOT&PF core values are integrity, excellence, and respect. We support an environment focused on teamwork and collaboration to achieve results.
The State of Alaska has a generous benefits package, competitive wages, and an excellent retirement plan. For more information: https://doa.alaska.gov/dop/workplace/benefits/
The working environment you can expect This position is located in Juneau. It reports to the DOT&PF Southcoast Region 7-mile office located in Juneau, Alaska. Southeast Alaska features unique habitats, temperate rainforests, steep mountains, glaciers, and marine waters with broad recreational opportunities. The region’s coastal environment affects construction considerations for projects ranging from small local street/highway work to marine terminals and airport improvements. The position requires the ability to read and interpret design plans and specifications and to develop well thought out engineering solutions and documentation during construction of regional projects.
Working at DOT&PF offers a challenging and rewarding environment. Alaska’s geography and climate create diverse locations, including remote sites and urban centers, where professionals address transportation needs. Roles require adaptability and resourcefulness to maintain and improve roads, bridges, airports, ports, and public facilities while upholding safety and environmental responsibility.
Who we are looking for To be successful in this position, the selected applicant will possess the following core competencies:
Reading Comprehension:
Understands and interprets written material, including technical material, rules, regulations, instructions, reports, charts, graphs, or tables; applies what is learned from or contained in written material to specific situations.
Decision Making:
Makes sound, well-informed, and objective decisions; perceives the impact and implications of decisions; commits to action, even in uncertain situations, to accomplish organizational goals; causes change.
Oral and Written Communication:
Expresses information to individuals or groups effectively, considering audience and context; makes clear and convincing oral and written presentations; listens and responds appropriately.
Partnering:
Develops networks and builds alliances; collaborates across boundaries to achieve common goals.
Road Work and Pavement:
Knowledge of materials, methods, and tools to construct, maintain, or repair road surfaces, including sidewalks, parking lots, runways, etc.
Special Note:
Valid Driver’s License is required.
Requires occasional travel to project sites within the coastal region of Alaska (several trips during Spring/Summer/Fall). This may include flying to remote communities in small aircraft with infrequent overnight stays. Site inspections can occur in adverse weather conditions.
To view the general description and example of duties for positions please go to: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs
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. A bachelor’s degree with a major in engineering, architecture or land surveying from an ABET-accredited institution may substitute for four years of the non-specific required experience.
At time of application, applicants are requested to submit:
Cover letter (see instructions below)
At time of interview, applicants are requested to submit (if not already attached to your application):
Proof of Degree or educational transcripts if using education to meet MQs
Names and contact information of at least three professional references
ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY
Please be sure to check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.
COVER LETTER
A cover letter is required as part of your application. It should describe how you meet the position-specific competencies listed in the “Who We Are Looking For” section and how your skills will benefit the position. Limit to two to three paragraphs and one page.
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS
This recruitment uses a supplemental questionnaire as part of the application process. Answers will help determine which applicants advance to the interview phase.
EDUCATION
To verify education is used to meet the minimum qualifications, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, indicate the number of units completed. Transcripts are required to verify credentials. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable; include institution name and URL if listed.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION
Education completed in foreign colleges may be used to meet requirements if appropriate, with evidence of equivalence as described. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
WORK EXPERIENCE
If you are using work experience not documented in your application, provide employer name, job title, dates, and whether full- or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and meet minimum qualifications. If not, the applicant may not advance to the interview stage.
NOTE: Attaching a resume or CV is not an alternative to completing the application. Resume or CV alone does not substitute for filling out the application.
EEO STATEMENT
The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals requiring accommodations should contact the provided numbers or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.
For specific information about this position, please contact the hiring manager:
Name: Keri Williamson, Engineer / Architect 4 Phone: (907) 465-1819 Email: keri.williamson@alaska.gov
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