Human Resource Technician 2 (PCN 10-2252 +2)

State of Alaska; Juneau (AK); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid telework possibilities

Comprehensive benefits package (paid)

Job summary

The State of Alaska in Juneau is seeking multiple Human Resource Technician 2s, open to Alaska Residents only. You will process personnel actions, timesheets, and payroll, audit pay and leave, and serve as a responsive point of contact for administrative staff.

The role supports HR payroll operations with a collaborative team and hybrid telework options. Responsibilities include maintaining compliance with CBAs and state payroll policy, contributing to SOPs, and assisting with year-end tasks

Qualifications

• Six months of entry technical level experience in human resource work equivalent to a HR Technician 1 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent elsewhere.
• Substitution: Graduation from high school or the equivalent and one year of advanced clerical experience.
• Substitution: One year of postsecondary education (32 semester hours or 48 quarter hours) from an accredited college or university equals one year.

Responsibilities

• Process personnel actions and timesheets in IRIS across bargaining units, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Own timesheet and payroll processing: calculate, code, and certify bi-weekly payroll including leave and overtime.
• Conduct payroll and leave audits; research pay discrepancies and coordinate with Finance to resolve errors.
• Communicate with clients; explain payroll procedures and counsel on pay/leave questions.
• Support team operations; assist with SOPs, year-end actions, and serve as backup for EFF payroll processing.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Interpersonal Skills

Professionalism

Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

1 year postsecondary education

Job description

Job Description

The Department of Natural Resources, Support Services Division, is recruiting for multiple Human Resource Technician 2s in Juneau

This position is open to Alaska Residents only.

What You Will Be Doing

• Processing personnel actions and timesheets: You will review and enter a broad range of personnel actions in IRIS across multiple bargaining units, ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable rules and statutes, before submitting them to your supervisor for certification. You will also review, work on, and certify biweekly timesheets covering all types of pay and leave.
• Owning timesheet and payroll processing: You will receive, calculate, code, and certify bi-weekly payroll, including timesheets, leave, overtime, premium pay, late adjustments, and final pay for terminations and seasonal leave without pay — ensuring accuracy and compliance with CBAs, FLSA, and state payroll policy every pay period.
• Conducting payroll and leave audits: You will research and complete audits of pay and leave discrepancies, process Notice of Pay Problem (NOPP) research assignments, calculate retroactive adjustments, and coordinate with the Division of Finance and departmental staff to resolve errors accurately and on time.
• Communicating proactively with clients: You will serve as a responsive, solutions-focused point of contact for administrative staff, timekeepers, and employees — explaining payroll procedures, counseling on pay and leave questions, and working to prevent issues from escalating into formal grievances or NOPPs.
• Supporting team operations: You will contribute to standard operating procedures, assist with end-of-year actions and mass processing tasks, and serve as a trained backup for Emergency Firefighter (EFF) payroll processing — helping build a unit that is accurate, consistent, and resilient.

Mission And Values/Culture

The Department of Natural Resources manages Alaska’s natural resources in the best interest of Alaskans — developing, conserving, and maximizing their use consistent with the public good. DNR’s HR Payroll team supports that mission by ensuring the people who carry it out are paid accurately, treated fairly, and backed by staff who are reliable and hold themselves to a high standard. Within Support Services, we value professionalism, collaboration, and integrity.

We Are Building a Team Culture Grounded In

• Accountability: We own our work and our mistakes, and focus quickly on lessons learned.
• Partnership: We build relationships across divisions and with statewide partners that make the work better for everyone.
• Technical excellence: We hold ourselves to a high standard because the employees we serve depend on it.
• Investment in people: A well-trained, supported team delivers better outcomes — for DNR and for Alaskans.

Benefits Of Joining Our Team

• A genuine commitment to work-life balance and employee well-being.
• Meaningful connection to a department with a broad, visible impact across Alaska.
• Exposure to varied HR functions, with opportunities for professional growth and employee engagement.

Additionally, this position comes with a comprehensive benefits package including paid leave, retirement options, and medical, vision, and dental plans, all designed to support professionals both personally and professionally as they serve the public. Please see the Benefits tab for details.

The Working Environment You Can Expect

• A collaborative, solutions-focused HR team environment.
• Regular engagement with statewide DOA partners and DNR division leadership.
• A convenient downtown location with outdoor spaces for breaks and lunches, and hybrid telework possibilities.

Competencies We Are Looking For

• Attention to Detail: Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
• Interpersonal Skills: Shows understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern, and politeness to others; develops and maintains effective relationships with others; may include effectively dealing with individuals who are difficult, hostile, or distressed; relates well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations; is sensitive to cultural diversity, race, gender, disabilities, and other individual differences.
• Professionalism: Consistently displays the collection of competencies and skills expected of a professional. Professionalism is defined by its key behaviors including being accountable for actions and assigned projects; practicing efficient work habits to effectively manage time and workload; clearly communicating and expressing thoughts and ideas in writing and in person; possessing the ability to understand how non-verbal communication impacts the workplace; working effectively as part of a team to achieve productive outcomes; and consistently demonstrating, emotional intelligence, integrity, and ethical behavior.
• 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.

Minimum Qualifications

Six months of entry technical level experience in human resource work equivalent to a Human Resource Technician 1 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent elsewhere.

Substitution: Graduation from high school or the equivalent and one year of advanced clerical experience.

Substitution: One year of postsecondary education (32 semester hours or 48 quarter hours from an accredited college or university equals one year) in any field.

Special Note

High school graduation "equivalent" means one of the following: 1) a G.E.D (i.e. passing the General Educational Development test).; 2) completion of any basic adult education course of 480 class hours (16 weeks at 30 hours per week); 3) six months of work experience performing duties related to office or clerical support; 4) twelve months of work experience involving some routine tasks related to office or clerical support; 5) highest grade of school completed plus any kind of work experience that totals 12 years or more; or 6) acceptance for admission in full standing by an accredited college or university.

"Human resource" work includes experience in recruitment and selection, classification, employee training, employer provided benefits programs, employment law compliance, personnel, payroll, or employee or labor relations.

Additional Required Information

• Please read the information below carefully. **

SPECIAL NOTICE

The State of Alaska is realigning payroll services by decentralizing payroll functions for seven (7) departments, including the Department of Natural Resources. The incumbent of this position will initially be appointed in the Department of Administration, Division of Finance, and may initially be located within the Department of Administration. The position will transfer effective July 1, 2026.

Required Interview Materials

• Copies of your last two evaluations.
• Three references if not in the application. At least two must be from a current or former direct supervisor.

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 should 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.

Contact Information

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Contact for this Position

Angelica Johanson

Human Resource Business Partner

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.

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)
  • 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

Paid Leave & Other Benefits

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