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Commercial Fisheries Permit Hearing Officer 2 (PCN 113063)
State of Alaska
Fish & Game
Job Description
Summary
This job involves leading a team that handles disputes over commercial fishing permits in Alaska, including running hearings, researching laws, making decisions, and managing records to ensure everything is fair and secure.
It's a key role in protecting the state's fishing industry by upholding due process and compliance.
A good fit would be someone with strong analytical skills, legal knowledge, and experience in writing clear decisions, who enjoys a mix of leadership, research, and administrative work in a relaxed office setting.
Key Requirements
- Experience conducting administrative hearings and making legal determinations
- Strong critical thinking and analytical skills for researching laws and precedents
- Excellent writing abilities for producing decisions, orders, and reports
- Knowledge of records management, including compliance with federal and state regulations
- Supervisory experience, particularly in managing paralegals or small teams
- Understanding of administrative law and due process principles
- Familiarity with fisheries regulations or demerit point systems (preferred)
Full Job Description
This position is open to ALL APPLICANTS.
The Commercial Fisheries Entry Commission is recruiting for Commercial Fisheries Permit Hearing Officer 2 located in Juneau!
What you will be doing:
The primary duty of this position is managing the Adjudications Section of the CFEC. Duties include conducting administrative hearings, researching governing law and CFEC precedence, making determinations, issuing orders, and writing decisions. This position also directs CFEC records management as the primary Records Officer and supervises one paralegal in a dual Records Officer structure to securely control document access, manage retention, and ensure all information sharing strictly complies with federal and state regulatory standards. Adjudications also manages and implements Alaska’s demerit point system and hears administrative appeals on the same.
Our mission, values, and culture:
The CFEC Adjudications section is dedicated to providing fair, impartial, and timely administrative reviews of commercial fishing permit determinations. By resolving complex disputes with consistency, the Adjudications Section safeguards the integrity of Alaska's limited entry system and promotes the long-term conservation and economic health of the state's fisheries. Grounded in the core values of due process, integrity, consistency, and accountability, the Hearing Officer plays a pivotal role in advancing this mission. Serving in a dual capacity as a Hearing Officer and the primary Records Officer, the incumbent ensures the agency’s adjudicative processes and records management systems meet governing legal standards. Ultimately, this position exists to protect the agency from legal vulnerabilities, guarantee equitable due process for Alaska's permit holders, and uphold the public trust through transparent, highly secure, and strictly compliant records administration.
Benefits of joining our team:
Joining the CFEC team offers the unique opportunity to directly protect the economic health of Alaska's commercial fisheries by guaranteeing fair, impartial due process for our permit holders. You will work in a highly impactful, collaborative environment where your dual leadership in legal adjudication and records management fundamentally safeguards the integrity and transparency of the agency.
The working environment you can expect:
This position is located at the CFEC headquarters within the Jordan Creek mall in Juneau, offering convenient indoor space to walk during inclement weather along with an on-site restaurant and several offices/shops. While the CFEC team maintains professional standards and works to ensure our program management and permit holder services are of the highest quality, the daily office environment is casual and relaxed.
Who we are looking for:
We are interested in candidates who possess some or all of the following position specific competencies:
Critical Thinking: Uses logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of various solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems and challenges.
Identifies rules, principles, or relationships that explain facts, data, or other information; Analyzes information and makes accurate inferences and draws accurate conclusions.
Writing: Uses correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling. Communicates information (e.g., facts, ideas, precedence, laws, and messaging) in a succinct and organized manner.
Generates written material for varied audiences including technical and legal material intended for professional audiences and general non-technical material intended for the general public and/or minor permit holders.
Oral Communication: Expresses information (e.g., ideas and facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (e.g., technical, sensitive, controversial).
Makes clear and convincing oral presentations. Listens to others and responds appropriately to nonverbal clues.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Thorough knowledge of statutes and regulations pertaining to commercial fishing and the CFEC.
- Thorough knowledge of the rules of evidence, legal terminology, and administrative or quasi-judicial hearing procedures.
- Ability to evaluate, interpret and apply complex laws, rules and regulations. Ability to interview individuals to obtain factual information, analyze evidence, and draw logical conclusions.
- Ability to conduct quasi-judicial hearings.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, in a clear and concise manner.
To view the general description and example of duties for a Commercial Fisheries Entry Commission Permit Hearing Officer 2, please go to the following link:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs.
Requirements
This is an exempt position – see specific job posting for additional information.Qualifications
REQUIRED DOCUMENTSDocuments requested at time of application:
Cover letter -
•The cover letter should demonstrate your knowledge, skills, and abilities as it relates to this position as well as address the position-specific competencies.
Documents requested at time of interview:
At the time of an interview, applicants must submit the following documents:
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. Omission of required documentation listed will result in an incomplete application and you will not receive further consideration.
WORK EXPERIENCE
If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer 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.
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 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 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.
NOTICE
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.
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 (907) 465-4095 if you are located in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to recruitment.services@alaska.gov.
For applicant password assistance please visit: https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword
Cover letter -
•The cover letter should demonstrate your knowledge, skills, and abilities as it relates to this position as well as address the position-specific competencies.
Documents requested at time of interview:
At the time of an interview, applicants must submit the following documents:
- Transcripts, if being used to meet minimum qualifications.
- Three professional and/or personal references, with current contact information (name and current daytime phone number).
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. Omission of required documentation listed will result in an incomplete application and you will not receive further consideration.
WORK EXPERIENCE
If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer 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.
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 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 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.
NOTICE
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.
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 (907) 465-4095 if you are located in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to recruitment.services@alaska.gov.
For applicant password assistance please visit: https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword
Additional Information
For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager:
Mele Maake, Executive Director, Commercial Fisheries Entry Commission
Phone: (907) 790-6944
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