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

Full Job Description

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 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:

We are looking for an individual with the following competencies that will contribute to their success in this position:

• 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

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 2Bachelor'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.Engineering Assistant 3Bachelor's degree with a major in engineering, architecture or land surveying from an institution accredited by ABET.ANDTwo 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.ANDAn 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.ANDTwo 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).

Qualifications

At time of application, applicants are requested to submit:

• Cover Letter - See instructions below

At time of interview, applicants are requested to submit (if not already attached to your application):

• Three (3) professional references, including name, job title, and current phone numbers.
• Copy of academic transcripts (unofficial are okay, please ensure that the institution name/URL is listed on the transcript) if using education to verify that you meet the minimum qualifications.
• Copy of Professional License, EIT, or other professional licenses, as applicable

ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY

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

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

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

These questions may be a mix of written, multiple-choice, and select all that apply questions.

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; please be as thorough and accurate as you can.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 EDUCATIONEducation 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 EXPERIENCEIf 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: Bob Keiner, Land Survey Manager 1
Phone: (907) 269-0713
Email: bob.keiner@alaska.gov