Engineering Assistant 1/2 (PCN 251777)

Full Job Description

ATTENTION ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY!

BASE SALARY INFORMATION

Engineering Assistant 1 -- $33.76 / hourly
Engineering Assistant 2 -- $38.91 / hourly

What you will be doing:

Engineering Assistant 1

• Perform developmental-level engineering tasks under supervision, applying standard practices to air, surface transportation, and building projects.
• Assist in designing construction plans for simple and moderately complex projects, including calculations and preparation of project reports.
• Maintain project files, develop written contract specifications, and support plan reviews to ensure accuracy and adherence to standards.
• Coordinate with interdepartmental groups, regulatory agencies, and local governments; attend design reviews, public hearings, and workshops as needed.

Engineering Assistant 2

• Perform complex engineering tasks with greater independence and initiative, applying standard practices to air, surface transportation, and building projects.
• Assist in designing construction plans for complex projects; serve as primary designer on simpler projects, perform advanced calculations, and prepare detailed reports and contract specifications.
• Review and monitor the work of others for accuracy, completeness, and compliance; ensure proper plan layout and standards usage.
• Coordinate with interdepartmental groups, regulatory agencies, consultants, and local governments; attend design reviews, public hearings, workshops, and field verification of site conditions.

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:You will have the opportunity to work on a variety of engaging projects as part of a diverse, supportive, and high-performing team.

You will have the opportunity to travel throughout the state and see firsthand the impact of your local road projects on the communities we serve.

You will often help translate community needs into feasible projects, take part in their design, and carry them from concept to fully biddable plans.

This position is flexibly staffed and provides a clearly defined career path, enabling an entry-level engineer to gain broad experience across a variety of projects and be able to promote within their own position to an Engineering Assistant 2!

The working environment you can expect:

This position is located in Fairbanks.

The DOT&PF complex is on Peger Road, where design, construction, maintenance, and support staff are all within walking distance. The role provides a dynamic blend of office work, field visits, and team collaboration, with opportunities to engage directly with stakeholders. Intermittent summer travel and occasional winter travel may be required for site visits or meetings, which could include travel by small plane or boat

Who we are looking for:

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

Special Note:
Must have valid Driver's License.

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

Requirements

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.ANDAn 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.ANDOne 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.ANDAn 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.ANDOne 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.

Qualifications

**NOTE: PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY**

At time of application, applicants are required to provide:

• Transcripts, if using education to meet the minimum qualifications
• Three (3) professional references, including name, job title, and current phone numbers.
• Cover letter (See instructions below)

ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY

Please be sure to check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.

FLEXIBLY STAFFED

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

COVER LETTERA 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.

We request your cover letter be no more than two to three paragraphs and limited to one page.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS

This recruitment utilizes a supplemental questionnaire as part of the application process.

The answers you provide to the questions will be an opportunity for you to tell us about your experience and/or education.

The answers will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process.

EDUCATIONTo 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 (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.

Additional Information

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

Name: John Netardus, P.E., Engineering Manager, Hiring Manager
Phone: 907-451-5448
Email: john.netardus@alaska.gov