Engineering Assistant 1/2 Flex

Posting number: 55249

Department: Transportation and Public Facilities

Division: CRD-Right of Way and Utilities

Job classification: Engineering Assistant 1

Posting type: Open

Categories: Engineering, Transportation

Summary

ATTENTION ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY!

The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF), Central Region Design, Engineering, and Construction Services, is looking for an Engineering Assistant 1/2 Flex in Anchorage to help us Keep Alaska Moving!

Base Salary Information:

Engineering Assistant 1: $33.76 / Hourly (OT Eligible)

Engineering Assistant 2: $38.91 / Hourly (OT Eligible)

What you will be doing:

At the Engineering Assistant 1 level, you will perform a variety of engineering duties to assist with both the utility permit and utility relocation programs. You will evaluate utility permits and recommend modifications or approval based on maintaining the integrity of the road surface and surrounding drainage facilities and safety considerations to the traveling public. Project assignments will consist of pavement preservation projects and other low complexity highway and aviation projects and require you to coordinate with local utility companies to identify and resolve utility conflicts through the development of utility relocation agreements.

At the Engineering Assistant 2 level, you will work with utility companies to negotiate utility relocation agreements and then use those agreements to facilitate the physical relocation work on-site during the construction season. In the field you will be working closely with the DOT&PF construction team, the utility company's construction crew, and the highway contractor. Post construction tasks include reviewing bills for accuracy and finalizing project documentation. You will be assigned to multiple projects of intermediate complexity.

Our organization, mission, and culture: At DOT&PF's Central Region Traffic, Safety, and Utilities Section we work on highway and aviation projects. We assess traffic safety concerns and coordinate the placement of utility infrastructure within the right-of-way. We contribute to DOT&PF's purpose to “Keep Alaska Moving”, by managing traffic operations and facilitating the relocation of utility systems to allow for the improvement and safety of Alaska’s highways and airports.

This position requires a high focus on DOT&PF’s vision statement. “Moving beyond Alaska’s challenges while meeting Alaskan’s distinct transportation needs through trust, teamwork and results." These positions require a person to build strong, long-term, and positive relationships with government agencies, utility companies, and the public.

The benefits of joining our team: The DOT&PF strives to provide all employees a professional, interactive, and supportive work environment. In the Central Region Traffic, Safety, and Utilities Section you will be surrounded by a group of peers with diverse backgrounds, varying areas of expertise, and encouraging attitudes.

We offer opportunities to advance your knowledge and skills, opening doors for professional development and advancement within the department and our state organization. These positions are unique as they allow engineers to learn design and construction. The positions are overtime eligible to accommodate field work and the opportunity to solidify knowledge acquired during design.

We offer generous time off that increases with years of service, plus 12 paid state holidays. The DOT&PF is mission focused with an organizational atmosphere that promotes excellence, integrity, teamwork, and public service.

The working environment you can expect:
The Anchorage office resides at the DOT&PF's Central Region Headquarters building by Lake Hood, the world's busiest seaplane base. Lake Hood is surrounded by a walking/biking trail where employees can be spotted during lunch break. The duties may require overtime during the construction season. Office hours are flexible.

Who we are looking for:

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

• General Engineering: Knowledge of the concepts, principles, and theories of engineering and their practical applications.
• 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.
• Writing: Recognizes or uses correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling; communicates information (for example, facts, ideas, or messages) in a brief, clear, and organized manner; produces written information, which may include technical material, that is appropriate for the intended audience.
• Self-Management: Sets well-defined and realistic personal goals; displays a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment towards completing assignments in a timely manner; works with minimal supervision; is motivated to achieve; demonstrates responsible behavior.
• Stress Tolerance: Deals calmly and effectively with high stress situations (for example, tight deadlines, hostile individuals, emergency situations, dangerous situations).

Special Note: A valid Driver's License is required.

Engineer-in-Training (Fundamentals of Engineering) Certification is preferred but not essential.

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

Examples of duties

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.
AND
An 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.
AND
One 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.
AND
An 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.
AND
One 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

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 orEngineering Assistant 2 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.

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.

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.

Supplemental information

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

Name: David Freese, P.E., Regional Utilities Engineer
Phone: (907) 269-0627
Email: david.freese@alaska.gov

OR

Name: Teodore Odena, Central Region Recruitment Coordinator
Phone: (907) 269-0630
Email: teodore.odena@alaska.gov