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Job DescriptionThe Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA), Alaska Army National Guard Facilities FMO (ARNG) is recruiting for aBuilding Maintenance Superintendent!This position is in the Supervisory (SU) bargaining unit at a range 20.This position is open to AK Residents only.Please check our Definition FAQ to determine if you qualify.What You Will Be Doing:As the Superintendent of the AK Army National Guard Facilities Management Office (ARNG), you will lead a team of up to 25 employees in the building maintenance branch, ensuring effective oversight of the Operations and Maintenance components. Your role involves managing federal programs that support operational continuity for uniformed members, as well as budgeting, prioritizing, planning, scheduling, and assigning maintenance projects. You will be responsible for overseeing the Labor, Trades, and Crafts workforce through foreman leadership, guaranteeing that facilities are properly maintained and that all work aligns with our Master Cooperative Agreement.Our Mission, Values, and Culture:At DMVA, we are committed to supporting Alaskans in disaster recovery and enhancing the lives of our veterans and youth through structured programs. Our ARNG Facility Maintenance team plays a crucial role in upholding this mission by ensuring that our facilities are maintained to the highest standards, creating a safe and efficient environment for all personnel involved.Benefits of Joining Our Team:Joining our team offers the opportunity to play a crucial role in the mission of the ARNG while enhancing your career through training and skill development. You will enjoy generous paid leave, a variety of retirement plans, and comprehensive health benefits, including medical, vision, and dental coverage, all designed to support your professional growth and personal well-being as you serve your community.The Working Environment You Can Expect:ARNG is proudly located on Joint Base Elmendorf/Fort Richardson (JBER) surrounded by the natural beauty of the Arctic Valley where you can enjoy a three-mile paved walking / jogging trail and have access to both an on-site café and no-cost fitness center at the Army National Guard Armory. You will have the opportunity to collaborate and engage with uniformed military members and fellow state employees, to accomplish our mission while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.Who We Are Looking For:We are interested in candidates who possess some or all of the following position specific competencies:* Human Capital Management: Builds and manages workforce based on organizational goals, budget considerations, and staffing needs. Ensures that employees are appropriately recruited, selected, appraised, and rewarded; takes action to address performance problems. Manages a multi-sector workforce and a variety of work situations.* Administration and Management: Knowledge of planning, coordination, and execution of business functions, resource allocation, and production.Competency DescriptionThe 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.To view the general description and example of duties for the position please go to the following link: you can see yourself in this role, we encourage you to apply!* NOTE * SPECIAL NOTICE - JBER (BASE) ACCESS * NOTE*The successful applicants must pass a federal background check in order to qualify for military base access, which is required with this position's work location on base. The background check may include fingerprinting. All job offers are conditional pending successful completion of the federal background check and issuance of a Defense Biometrics Identification System (DBIDS) card allowing base access. Also, you must be able to maintain the clearance throughout your employment. If using a private vehicle this will require a valid Alaska Driver License, proof of vehicle insurance, and a valid State of Alaska vehicle registration.State employees are guests on Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson; clearance and access is not within the State's control.Special Note: In addition, in some cases employees must be able to obtain and maintain a Common Access Card (CAC). As part of the examination process, a background check investigation, including a criminal records check, will be conducted. Conviction of a crime will not automatically preclude appointment. The circumstances involved in the conviction will be considered.Minimum QualificationsAny combination of education and/or experience that provides the applicant with competencies in:* Building and Construction: Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools to construct objects, structures, and buildings.* Facilities: Knowledge of the physical, engineering, and experimental equipment and operational characteristics of facilities, and safety and equipment development designed to support activities.* Project Management: Knowledge of the principles, methods, or tools for developing, scheduling, coordinating, and managing projects and resources, including monitoring, and inspecting costs, work, and contractor performance.* Managing Performance: Takes responsibility for employees' performance by setting and communicating expectations and goals that are specific and measurable, tracking progress against the goals, supporting employees' efforts to achieve job goals (by providing resources, removing obstacles, acting as a buffer, etc.), ensuring feedback, and addressing performance problems and issues promptly.* Technical Credibility: Understands and appropriately applies principles, procedures, requirements, regulations, and policies related to specialized expertise.equivalent to those typically gained by:Experience leading the work of maintenance crews in the construction, repair, or operation and preventative maintenance of public or commercial buildings and/or progressively responsible experience assessing the renovation or repair needs of public or commercial buildings; developing specifications and cost estimates; and administering construction, repair, or maintenance contracts. Examples of qualifying experience includes but is not exclusively limited to work such as a Maintenance Generalist Lead, Maintenance Specialist Lead, or Building Management Specialist with the State of Alaska, or the equivalent elsewhere."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" and "education" in this guidance are synonyms for 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.Additional Required InformationPlease read the below information carefully. This applies to your application submission.Please ensure your application (through work history, training, education, licenses, certifications, etc.) supports/demonstrates you possess the minimum required competencies for the job class.Required documents due at the time of interview:* Last three (3) performance evaluations or three (3) professional letters of recommendation, if evaluations are not available.* Three (3) professional references we may contact by phone (must include position titles, and one former supervisor).* Only include transcripts if using education to meet minimum requirements.* Valid Driver's License.Note: You will not need to bring if not already attached/submitted with your application package.For your application to be evaluated you must answer the Supplemental Questions: The State of Alaska (SOA) uses four levels of proficiency to measure and describe an applicant's level of competence in applying certain behaviors, knowledge, skills, and abilities to accomplish a specific task. The four proficiency levels are: Mastery, Fluency, Literacy, and Discovery. You will need to rate your proficiency level for each competency listed in the supplemental questions.Bargaining Unit:If you are a current state employee, please mark the union you are a member of at the time of application. If you are not a current state employee, do not complete this question.Education:If post-secondary education is required to meet the minimum qualifications, 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 if used to meet the minimum qualifications for a position. Transcripts must be attached at the time of application, submitted to the contact information below, or provided at the time of interview if you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications. If you cannot attach it to your application, email or fax it to the contact provided in the job posting.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.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.Application Notice:You can ONLY apply for this position through the Workplace Alaska website or via hardcopy application. If you accessed this recruitment bulletin through a job search portal such as AlaskaJobs or any other database, you MUST use a Workplace Alaska online or hardcopy application to successfully apply. Instructions on how to apply with Workplace Alaska may be found on the Workplace Alaska "How to Apply" webpage, found here: 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-###-#### or (907) ###-#### in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-###-#### 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: InformationWorkplace Alaska Application Questions & Assistance: Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-###-#### (toll free) or (907) ###-#### if you are located in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to: ...@alaska.govFor applicant password assistance please visit: Information: For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager:Col. James PalembasDivision ...@alaska.govCareers with the State of Alaska offer MANY benefitsThe 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 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 & PilotsEmployer 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 BenefitsEmployee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expensesRetirement 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 optionsSee for additional informationPaid Leave & Other Benefits* Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served* Twelve (12) paid holidays a year01Please rate your proficiency with Building and Construction: Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools to construct objects, structures, and buildings.* Mastery: Able to successfully apply all relevant concepts, procedures, and practices of the subject area. I have successfully preformed all relevant concepts, procedures, and practices and facilitate transfer to others.* Fluency: Able to successfully apply all relevant concepts, procedures, and practices of the subject area. I have successfully preformed the concepts, procedures, and practices independently.* Literacy: Ability to communicate all relevant concepts, procedures, and practices of the subject area. I have limited application or practice.* Discovery: Awareness of the basic/fundamental concepts, procedures, and practices of the subject area.* I do not possess any proficiency level listed above.02Please rate your proficiency with Facilities: Knowledge of the physical, engineering, and experimental equipment and operational characteristics of facilities, and safety and equipment development designed to support activities.* Mastery: Able to successfully apply all relevant concepts, procedures, and practices of the subject area. I have successfully preformed all relevant concepts, procedures, and practices and facilitate transfer to others.* Fluency: Able to successfully apply all relevant concepts, procedures, and practices of the subject area. I have successfully preformed the concepts, procedures, and practices independently.* Literacy: Ability to communicate all relevant concepts, procedures, and practices of the subject area. I have limited application or practice.* Discovery: Awareness of the basic/fundamental concepts, procedures, and practices of the subject area.* I do not possess any proficiency level listed above.03Please rate your level of proficiency with Project Management: Knowledge of the principles, methods, or tools for developing, scheduling, coordinating, and managing projects and resources, including monitoring, and inspecting costs, work, and contractor performance.* Mastery: Able to successfully apply all relevant concepts, procedures, and practices of the subject area. I have successfully preformed all relevant concepts, procedures, and practices and facilitate transfer to others.* Fluency: Able to successfully apply all relevant concepts, procedures, and practices of the subject area. I have successfully preformed the concepts, procedures, and practices independently.* Literacy: Ability to communicate all relevant concepts, procedures, and practices of the subject area. I have limited application or practice.* Discovery: Awareness of the basic/fundamental concepts, procedures, and practices of the subject area.* I do not possess any proficiency level listed above.04Please rate your level of proficiency with Managing Performance: Takes responsibility for employees' performance by setting and communicating expectations and goals that are specific and measurable, tracking progress against the goals, supporting employees' efforts to achieve job goals (by providing resources, removing obstacles, acting as a buffer, etc.), ensuring feedback, and addressing performance problems and issues promptly.* Mastery: Able to successfully apply all relevant concepts, procedures, and practices of the subject area. I have successfully preformed all relevant concepts, procedures, and practices and facilitate transfer to others.* Fluency: Able to successfully apply all relevant concepts, procedures, and practices of the subject area. I have successfully preformed the concepts, procedures, and practices independently.* Literacy: Ability to communicate all relevant concepts, procedures, and practices of the subject area. I have limited application or practice.* Discovery: Awareness of the basic/fundamental concepts, procedures, and practices of the subject area.* I do not possess any proficiency level listed above.05Please rate your level of proficiency with Technical Credibility: Understands and appropriately applies principles, procedures, requirements, regulations, and policies related to specialized expertise.* Mastery: Able to successfully apply all relevant concepts, procedures, and practices of the subject area. I have successfully preformed all relevant concepts, procedures, and practices and facilitate transfer to others.* Fluency: Able to successfully apply all relevant concepts, procedures, and practices of the subject area. I have successfully preformed the concepts, procedures, and practices independently.* Literacy: Ability to communicate all relevant concepts, procedures, and practices of the subject area. I have limited application or practice.* Discovery: Awareness of the basic/fundamental concepts, procedures, and practices of the subject area.* I do not possess any proficiency level listed above.06Please rate your proficiency with Human Capital Management: Builds and manages workforce based on organizational goals, budget considerations, and staffing needs. Ensures that employees are appropriately recruited, selected, appraised, and rewarded; takes action to address performance problems. Manages a multi-sector workforce and a variety of work situations.* Mastery: Able to successfully apply all relevant concepts, procedures, and practices of the subject area. I have successfully preformed all relevant concepts, procedures, and practices and facilitate transfer to others.* Fluency: Able to successfully apply all relevant concepts, procedures, and practices of the subject area. I have successfully preformed the concepts, procedures, and practices independently.* Literacy: Ability to communicate all relevant concepts, procedures, and practices of the subject area. I have limited application or practice.* Discovery: Awareness of the basic/fundamental concepts, procedures, and practices of the subject area.* I do not possess any proficiency level listed above.07Please rate your level of proficiency with Administration and Management: Knowledge of planning, coordination, and execution of business functions, resource allocation, and production.* Mastery: Able to successfully apply all relevant concepts, procedures, and practices of the subject area. I have successfully preformed all relevant concepts, procedures, and practices and facilitate transfer to others.* Fluency: Able to successfully apply all relevant concepts, procedures, and practices of the subject area. I have successfully preformed the concepts, procedures, and practices independently.* Literacy: Ability to communicate all relevant concepts, procedures, and practices of the subject area. I have limited application or practice.* Discovery: Awareness of the basic/fundamental concepts, procedures, and practices of the subject area.* I do not possess any proficiency level listed above.Required QuestionEmployer State of AlaskaAddress PO Box 110201Juneau, Alaska, 99811Phone (800) ###-#### (Statewide toll-free number)(907) ###-#### (Juneau and out-of-state callers)Website