Accounting Technician 1 (PCN 07-4507)

Alaska Manufacturing Extension Partnership; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Labor and Workforce Development in Anchorage seeks an Accounting Technician 1 to handle billing, data verification, and financial reporting for boiler inspections. The role supports the Mechanical Inspection section and front-desk coverage when needed.

Candidates should have basic arithmetic, strong attention to detail, computer skills, and customer service orientation. Alaska residency and driver’s license are required.

Qualifications

• One year of clerical work experience maintaining records that included using computer systems and performing basic arithmetic calculations.

Responsibilities

• Billing, collection, and processing of boiler inspection receipts.

Skills

Arithmetic

Attention to Detail

Computer Skills

Customer Service

Flexibility

Education

One year clerical work experience

Vocational education substitute (accounting or bookkeeping)

Post secondary education substitute (3 sem / 4 quarter hours = 1 month)

Job description

ATTENTION ALASKA RESIDENTS!

The Department of Labor and Workforce Development, Division of Labor Standards and Safety, is recruiting for an Accounting Technician 1 located in Anchorage! No Cover Letter Required!

This position is in the General Government Unit (GGU) at a Range 12.

What You Will Be Doing:

You will be responsible for:

• Billing, collection, and processing of boiler inspection receipts.
• Verifying accuracy of the data in our billing system.
• Preparing financial reports and reconciling discrepancies.
• Contact customers with overdue accounts and re-billing as necessary.
• Provide administrative support to the Mechanical Inspection section.
• Provide backup coverage for our Occupational Licensing Examiner by covering the front desk, reviewing applications, entering data, and proctoring examinations.

Our mission is to protect people and property in Alaska from hazards associated with boilers and unfired pressure vessels, elevators, and recreational devices. We issue all state electrical and plumbing certificates of fitness and ensure that all trade workers are safe and qualified.

We are a small section responsible for several areas of concern in Alaska. You will work closely with the team and learn requirements for boiler inspections, electrical, plumbing, and other licenses. This experience protects the public while training for advancement within the state or the trade community in Alaska.

Our office is open from 8:30am - 4:30pm, Monday through Friday. The working hours align with our office hours and the work is mostly in a cubicle with some days at the front office assisting public walk-ins.

Who We Are Looking For:

• Arithmetic: Performs computations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division correctly using whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages.
• Attention to Detail: Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
• Computer Skills: Uses computers, software applications, databases, and automated systems to accomplish work.
• Customer Service: Anticipates and meets the needs of both internal and external customers.
• Flexibility: Is open to change and new information; rapidly adapts to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles.

One year of clerical work experience maintaining records that included using computer systems and performing basic arithmetic calculations.

Substitutions:

Successful completion of a formal vocational education program in accounting or bookkeeping will substitute for the required experience.

Post secondary education from an accredited college will substitute for the required experience (3 semester/4 quarter hours equal one month).

PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS & INFORMATION CAREFULLY

THIS RECRUITMENT IS FOR ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY

This recruitment is open to Alaska Residents only. Applicants must meet Alaska Residency Requirements in order to be considered for employment at this time.

DRIVER’S LICENSE REQUIREMENT

Applicants must possess a valid driver’s license. Proof of licensure will be required prior to reporting to duty.

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF INTERVIEW

• A list of three (3) professional references, one of which should be your most recent supervisor, including name, job title, employer, and current phone number(s).
• A copy of your last three (3) performance evaluations, or two (2) letters of reference if evaluations are unavailable.
• A copy of your current valid Driver's License.

LEGAL EMPLOYMENT

The State’s online recruitment system, Workplace Alaska, requires applicants to certify that they have a legal right to accept employment in the United States. It is the responsibility of the employee to maintain the appropriate documentation to accept or continue legal employment. The State of Alaska does not function in the role as an employer sponsor.

Omission of any required documentation listed will result in an incomplete application and you will not receive further consideration. If you’re experiencing problems attaching to your application, or if you simply had forgotten, you may email it to the contact provided below before 5:00 pm of the closing date. Any documents submitted after the posting has closed will not be considered.

EDUCATION

If post-secondary education is required to meet the minimum qualifications, 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 if used to meet the minimum qualifications for a position. Transcripts must be attached at the time of application or submitted to the contact information below prior to the close of recruitment.

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 name, your job title, dates of employment, 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.

Attaching a resume is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting, “see resume” or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination that your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.

BARGAINING UNIT

If you are a current state employee, please mark the union you are a member of at the time of application. If you are not a current state employee, you must mark that it does not apply to you.

MULTIPLE VACANCIES

This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies.

NOTICE

Questions regarding the application process can be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465- 4095. If you choose to be contacted by email, please ensure your email address is correct on your application and that the spam filter will permit email from the 'govermentjobs.com' domains. For information on allowing emails from the 'governmentjobs.com' domains, visit the Lost Password Help page located at https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword

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 [phone] 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.

WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE

Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-587-0430 (toll free) or [phone] if you are located in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to: [e-mail] For applicant password assistance please visit: https://www.governmentjobs.com/js_lostpswd.cfm?&topheader=alaska

Scott Damerow
Chief of Mechanical Inspection
Phone: [phone]
[e-mail]