Engineer/Architect 1 (PCN 252329)

State of Alaska; Juneau (AK); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid holidays

Personal leave

Job summary

State of Alaska, Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) in Juneau, AK, seeks an Engineer/Architect 1 to develop plans, specifications, estimates, engineering reports, and analysis for highways, aviation and marine projects. You will coordinate with in-house teams and consultants, supervise drafting staff, and sign and seal work with professional stamps.

Registration as a Professional Engineer or Architect is required; Alaska licensure within one year for comity applies;

Qualifications

• PE or Architect registration required.
• State of Alaska licensure within one year for comity may be required.
• Registration must be active and in good standing if licensed outside Alaska.

Responsibilities

• Develop plans, specifications, estimates, engineering reports, and analyses for highways, aviation, and marine projects.
• Coordinate work with in-house groups and consultants; liaise with public and federal/state agencies when needed.
• Direct drafting staff and review work; certify and seal outputs with professional stamps.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Analytical Thinking

Oral and Written Communication

Education

Professional Engineer or Architect registration

Job description

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   Job DescriptionRECRUITMENT EXTENSION NOTICEThe recruitment period for this vacancy has been extended to allow for a larger applicant pool. If you have already applied there is no need to reapplyATTENTION ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY! The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF), Southcoast Region Design & Engineering Services is looking for an Engineer/Architect 1 located Juneau, Alaska to help us Keep Alaska Moving!

   Engineer/Architect 1:

   What you will be doing:

   Develop plans, specifications, estimates, engineering reports, and perform engineering analysis for highways, aviation and marine civil works projects. Coordinate work with in-house support groups and consultants, occasionally the public and outside state or federal agencies. Direct the work of drafting staff and review work by other department staff and private consultants. Certify and take responsibility for work by signing and sealing work products with professional engineer stamps.

   Our Organization, Mission, And Culture:

   THE State of Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities’ mission is to Keep Alaska Moving. We are working toward a modern, adaptable, flexible transportation system that will be resilient as we tackle our challenges. We believe collaboration, communication, and coordination increase our ability to succeed. Creating teams that are focused on results, working together, and leveraging resources across our department, with community and private sector partnerships, increases our ability to accomplish our mission and serve Alaskans.

   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 located in Juneau, AK. Working at the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) offers a uniquely challenging and rewarding environment. With Alaska's diverse and expansive terrain, coupled with its extreme weather conditions, employees of the DOT&PF can work in various locations, including remote locations and urban centers, addressing a wide range of transportation needs. Their roles demand adaptability and resourcefulness as they maintain and improve roads, bridges, airports, ports, and public facilities in a state known for rugged terrain and extreme seasonal changes. This work not only presents professionals with a range of fascinating challenges but also allows them to contribute to developing and maintaining critical infrastructure against the backdrop of Alaska's breathtaking natural beauty, reflecting a strong commitment to safety and environmental responsibility.

   Who We Are Looking For:

   To be successful in this position, the selected applicant will possess the following core competencies:

   • Civil Engineering: Knowledge of the concepts, principles, theories, and methods required to plan, design, construct, operate, and maintain facilities such as highway and airport transportation systems, water and sanitary systems, and other public works systems.
   • 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, considering 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.

   Special Note:

   • Valid Driver's License is required.
   • Registration as a Professional Engineer, State of Alaska
   • 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 need for overnight stays with minimal accommodations. Includes site inspections which can occur in adverse weather conditions.

   For general description and example of duties for positions please go to the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs

   Minimum Qualifications

   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 interview, applicants are requested to submit (if not already attached to your application):

   • Copy of your Professional Engineering (P.E.) License Number (only if licensed outside the State of Alaska).
   • Three (3) professional references, including name, job title, and current phone numbers.

   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 [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. For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager at: Name: Bran Pollard, Engineer/Architect 3 Phone: [phone] Email: [e-mail]

   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 orientation video from Division of Retirement and Benefits. (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 https://drb.alaska.gov/help/plans.html 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
     • Long-term care (self and eligible family members)
     • Supplemental Survivor Benefits
   • Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses

   Retirement Benefits

   • Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Teachers' Retirement System (TRS)
   • Matching employer contribution into a defined contribution program (new employees)
   • Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program (current employees)
   • Contributions to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan in lieu of contributions to Social Security
   • Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Program
   • Note: The Defined Contribution Plan, Supplemental Annuity Plan and Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment options

   See https://drb.alaska.gov/retiree/ for additional information

   Paid Leave & Other Benefits

   • Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served
   • Twelve (12) paid holidays a year