Engineering Assistant 1/2/3 Flex (PCN 250236) Anchorage

Alaska Manufacturing Extension Partnership; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 47,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities in Anchorage seeks an Engineering Assistant 1/2/3 Flex to support Right-of-Way engineering activities. You will assist with land rights determinations, parcel maps, and legal descriptions, coordinating multiple tasks and contracts to ensure project progress.

The role requires knowledge of surveying concepts, legal/regulatory awareness, and collaborative teamwork to keep Alaska moving, with flexible hours and potential level advancement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture or land surveying from ABET-accredited program; or equivalent non-ABET degree.
• EIT or LSIT certificate or FE/FS examination verification is required or can be obtained within nine months.
• Flex staffing may hire at 1, 2 or 3 level with starting salary determined by level and qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Assist ROW staff in determining land rights based on public land orders and historical records.
• Oversee design and development of right of way plans, parcel maps and legal descriptions.
• Coordinate and manage multiple tasks including design, construction, maintenance, and administration of ROW mapping contracts.

Skills

Surveying

Legal knowledge

Analytical thinking

Research

Teamwork

Education

ABET-accredited engineering/land surveying degree

Non-ABET accredited degree acceptable

FE/FS or EIT/LSIT certification

Job description

RECRUITMENT EXTENSION NOTICE

The 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 reapply.

ATTENTION ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY!

The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF), Central Region Design & Engineering Services, is looking for an Engineering Assistant 1/2/3 Flex to help us Keep Alaska Moving!

Base Salary Information:

Engineering Assistant 1: $33.76 Hourly (OT Eligible)

Engineering Assistant 2: $38.91 Hourly (OT Eligible)

Engineering Assistant 3: $44.49 Hourly (OT Eligible)

What you will be doing:

Assist Right-of-Way (ROW) Engineering staff efforts in making determinations regarding existing highway rights of way based on public land orders, departmental orders, executive orders, and historical records. Oversee the design, engineering and development of right of way plans, parcel maps, and legal descriptions. Coordinate and manage multiple diverse tasks with competing schedules involving design, construction, maintenance, public information, ROW acquisition, and administration of Consultant ROW mapping contracts.

Our organization, mission, and culture:

Alaska's highways and airports are important resources that meet basic transportation needs and are critical to health and safety. They serve as commercial corridors and hubs bringing goods and services to our communities. Highways and airports play a vital role in supporting our economy by serving the oil, gas, timber, commercial fishing, tourist and other industry. Stewardship of our highways corridors and airport properties are the responsibility of the Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities' Right of Way Section. We work to manage these assets and acquire land interests necessary to expand these systems through construction projects. As a Right-of-Way Engineering Assistant you will be crucial in assisting the department's mission to "Keep Alaska Moving".

The benefits of joining our team:

The Right of Way staff is a fun group of employees that provide various services to all divisions and regions of the department. We offer many opportunities to advance your knowledge and skills, opening doors to your professional development and advancement within the department and our state organization. As an Engineering Assistant 1/2/3 in Right of Way Engineering you will work closely with our section staff, as well as the divisional and department administrative staff with diverse backgrounds.

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 working environment you can expect:

The position is at the Central Region Headquarters building on Lake Hood (4111 Aviation Ave.), off International Airport Road in Anchorage. Office hours are flexible and allow for short work weeks in accordance with established policies. As a side benefit you will have easy access to bike & walking trails around Lake Hood.

Who we are looking for:

• Surveying: Knowledge of the concepts, principles, theories, and methods used in the measurement or determination of land boundaries, distances, elevations, areas, angles, and other features of the earth’s surface.
• Legal, Government, and Jurisprudence: Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, legal practices and documents, Government regulations, Executive orders, agency rules, Government organization and functions, and the democratic political process.
• Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving: Uses a logical, systematic, and 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.
• Research: Knowledge of the scientific principles, methods, and processes used to conduct a systematic and objective inquiry; including study design, collection, analysis, and interpretation of data; and the reporting of results.
• Teamwork: Encourages and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust, and group identity; fosters commitment and team spirit; works with others to achieve goals.

Special Note:

• A valid Driver's License is 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

Engineering Assistant 1

Bachelor's degree with a major in engineering, architecture or land surveying from a postsecondary institution accredited by ABET.

Or:

A bachelor's degree with a major in engineering, architecture or land surveying from a postsecondary institution not accredited by ABET.

AND

An Engineer-In-Training (EIT) or Land Surveyor-In-Training (LSIT) certificate issued by a state or the National Council of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors; or verification of passing the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) or Fundamentals of Surveying (FS) examination.

Special Note:

An applicant who will obtain within nine months a bachelor's degree from an institution accredited by ABET, with a major in engineering, architecture or land surveying, will qualify to apply. An applicant qualifying under this option may receive a job offer conditional upon completion of the degree requirement within nine months, and may begin work AFTER obtaining and showing proof of the required degree.

Engineering-In-Training or Flex Engineering Assistant 1/Engineering Assistant 2 positions will be identified by the employing department.

Engineering Assistant 2

Bachelor's degree, or the equivalent with a major in engineering, architecture or land surveying from an institution accredited by ABET.

AND

One year of entry level engineering, architectural or land surveying experience as an Engineering Assistant 1 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent elsewhere.

Or:

A bachelor's degree with a major in engineering, architecture or land surveying from an institution not accredited by ABET.

AND

An Engineer-In-Training (EIT) or Land Surveyor-In-Training (LSIT) certificate issued by a state or the National Council of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors; or verification of passing the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) or Fundamentals of Surveying (FS) examination.

AND

One year of entry level engineering, architectural or land surveying experience as an Engineering Assistant 1 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent elsewhere.

Or:

Five years of progressively responsible subprofessional engineering experience of which two years was as a Journey level Engineering Technician or Drafting Technician 3 with the State of Alaska, or the equivalent elsewhere.

Substitution:

Graduate study in engineering and/or architecture may be substituted for the required experience as an Engineering Assistant 1. (2 semester/3 quarter hours equal one month of experience).

Special Note:

The employing department will identify Engineering-In-Training (EIT) positions.

Transcripts which indicate the credit hours earned for the specific coursework may be requested at the time of interview or prior.

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).

ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY

Please be sure to check our residency definition: https://www.alaska.gov/residency/.

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.

FLEXIBLY STAFFED

This position is flexibly staffed. It may be filled at the Engineering Assistant 1, Engineering Assistant 2, or Engineering Assistant 3 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.

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 about this position, please contact the hiring manager at the following:

Name: Bob Keiner, Land Survey Manager 1 Phone: [phone] Email: [e-mail]

Name: Teodore Odena, Central Region Recruitment Coordinator Phone: [phone] Email: [e-mail]