IT System Administrator 2 Anchorage (PCN 26N23016)

State of Alaska

Anchorage (AK)

On-site

USD 105,000 - 140,000

Full time

12 days ago

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Job summary

State of Alaska seeks an IT System Administrator 2 in Anchorage to ensure reliable operation of enterprise services such as Azure, SQL Server, web servers, and SharePoint Online. You will coordinate with stakeholders and contribute to software development lifecycle improvements.

The role emphasizes competency-based qualifications and experience with Microsoft technologies, including Azure DevOps and IIS Web Server. Alaska residency is preferred for this position.

Qualifications

Competency based minimum qualifications described for the role.
Equivalent training/education in computer science or IT and related experience.
Experience with enterprise IT services and vendor software solutions is preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensure reliable operation of department-wide enterprise services including Azure, Power Platform, SQL servers, web servers, and SharePoint Online.
Communicate with stakeholders and participate in SDLC for in-house applications.
Support and enhance DFCS enterprise services and related software.

Skills

Database Administration

Enterprise Architecture

Software Engineering

Education

Equivalent education/training in CS/IT

Tools

Azure DevOps

BizTalk/Azure Service Bus

SQL Server

Reporting Services

IIS Web Server

Job description

Job Details

IT System Administrator 2 Anchorage (PCN 26N23016)

Employer: State of Alaska

Salary: $50.81 Biweekly

Location: Anchorage, AK

Job Type: Long Term Nonperm

Closing Date: 8/24/2026 at 5:00 PM Alaska

Position Open To: Alaska Residents Only

Bargaining Unit: General Government Range 23

Department: Family & Community Services

Division: Finance & Management Services

Job Number: 54747

Job Description

Come join the State of Alaska!

This job class uses Competency Based minimum qualifications (MQs). Please read the

Competency Based MQ instructions below to learn more.

The Department of Family & Community Services is recruiting for IT System

Administrator 2 in Anchorage!

This position is open to Alaska Residents only.

What You Will Be Doing

This position is responsible for ensuring reliable operation and support of department wide enterprise services including Azure services, Power Platform, SQL servers, web servers, and SharePoint Online. In addition, the incumbent may work on a variety of vendor developed software solutions requiring communication with various stakeholders. Additional work could include enhancement of in-house developed applications using the software development lifecycle.

Mission and Values/Culture

The mission of the Department of Family and Community Services is "To provide support, safety, and personal well-being for vulnerable Alaskans." The IT/BA section of DFCS works as a team with Network Services (NS), Customer Services (CS), Portfolio, Program, Product Office (3PO), and the Department Security Office (DSO) to keep the department technologically operational and secure.

Benefits of Joining Our Team

We are a dynamic, diverse, high performing team where no two days are the same. You will have the ability to use your technical expertise to serve some of the greatest teams of people in Alaska who are dedicated to keeping all Alaskans healthy and safe.

The Working Environment You Can Expect

This position's primary workplace is in-person at the Frontier Building in Anchorage, offering several nearby restaurants and coffee shops. DFCS is a dynamic enterprise consisting of a team that is a diverse, highly technical, and collaborative group which embraces, implements, and supports the latest technologies to provide the best operational capabilities and resources to DFCS. Position requires travel within the State (normally one to two trips per year of 1 to up to 3 days length). We are customer focused and project oriented.

Who We Are Looking For

We are interested in candidates who possess some or all of the following position specific competencies:

Database Administration: Knowledge of the principles, methods, and tools for automating, developing, implementing, or administering database systems.
Enterprise Architecture: Knowledge of principles, concepts, and methods of enterprise architecture to align information technology (IT) strategy, plans, and systems with the mission, goals, structure, and processes of the organization.
Software Engineering: Knowledge of software engineering design and development methodologies, paradigms, and tools; the software life cycle; software reusability; and software reliability metrics.

This position supports the DFCS enterprise services. Experience with the following technologies is helpful, however lack of any specific experience is not a barrier to hire and all interested parties should apply: Microsoft Azure DevOps, Microsoft BizTalk/Azure Service Bus, Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft Reporting Services, Microsoft IIS Web Server

Minimum Qualifications

Competency Based Minimum Qualifications Instructions

This job class uses competency based minimum qualifications. Please ensure your application (through work history, volunteer experience (duties summary), training, education, licenses, certifications, etc.) supports how you have gained the knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors (competencies) and that you possess the minimum required competencies for the job class.

Competency Description

The competency description(s) listed below have been designed to promote a common understanding of the essential elements of the job class. They highlight the more general and customary knowledge, skills, abilities (KSAs), tasks, and behaviors used to describe the competency. They typically list expectations, as opposed to specific tasks, and are to be used only as parameters and guidelines. A competency's description is not intended to exclusively define every KSA, task, and behavior needed to successfully meet the competency, but rather to provide the manager/agency with a broad reference of options as to how an applicant can meet the job expectation.

Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the applicant with competencies in:

Hardware: Knowledge of specifications, uses, and types of computer or computer-related equipment.
Infrastructure Design: Knowledge of the architecture and typology of software, hardware, and networks, including LANS, WANS, and telecommunications systems, their components and associated protocols and standards, and how they operate and integrate with one another and with associated controlling software.
Operating Systems: Knowledge of computer network, desktop, and mainframe operating systems and their applications.
Systems Integration: Knowledge of the principles, methods, and procedures for installing, integrating, and optimizing information systems components.
Systems Testing and Evaluation: Knowledge of principles, methods, and tools for analyzing and developing systems testing and evaluation procedures and technical characteristics of IT systems, including identifying critical operational issues.

Equivalent to those typically gained by:

Training in computer science, information technology, system administration, or a similar field and professional experience in database, network, or system administration.

Special Note

"Competencies" means a combination of interrelated knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors that enable a person to act effectively in a job or situation.

"Typically gained by" means the prevalent, usual method of gaining the competencies expected for entry into the job.

"Training" means the process of acquiring knowledge and skills through instruction. It includes instruction through formal and informal methods (such as classroom, on-line, self-study, and on-the-job), from accredited and unaccredited sources, and long-duration (such as a post-secondary degree) and short-duration (such as a seminar) programs.

"Professional experience" means work that is creative, analytical, evaluative, and interpretive; requires a range and depth of specialized knowledge of the profession's principles, concepts, theories, and practices; and is performed with the power or right to decide or act according to one's own judgment.

"Progressively responsible" means indicating growth and/or advancement in complexity, difficulty, or level of responsibility.

Additional Required Information

At the time of the interview, please provide the following:

Copy of academic transcripts with your application if you will be using education to meet the minimum qualifications and/or competencies desired for the position. (Unofficial are acceptable but must include the institution name/URL on the transcripts). Please provide them at the time of the interview if they are not included in your application.
A list of three (3) professional* references including daytime telephone numbers and email address; at least two (2) of these must be from a current or former supervisor.

*Professional is defined as a supervisor or an individual who has direct knowledge of your work performance.

Additional Information

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.

NOTE: The State of Alaska does not provide VISA Employer sponsorships.

RECRUITMENT SCOPE: This position is open to Alaska Residents.

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.

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 1-800-587-4095 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.

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