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This recruitment is open to Alaska Residents only. Applicants must meet Alaska Residency Requirements in order to be considered for employment at this time.

This position has the administrative responsibilities of coordinating fiscal activities, personnel, purchasing, travel preparation, coding invoices, reconciling credit card transactions and other projects that are administrative in nature. Work is accomplished through direct participation utilizing administrative guidelines in the management of the Aircraft Section's operating and capital appropriations and the procurement of aircraft repairs and purchases to ensure complete use of funds to maintain safe and dependable operations in support of enforcement patrol missions.

The mission of the Department of Public Safety (DPS) is to ensure public safety and enforce fish and wildlife laws. The DPS strives to preserve the peace, enforce the law, prevent and detect crime, and protect life and property. The Aircraft Section's contribution to the Department's Mission is to preserve public peace; protect life, property, and resources. As a member of DPS, you would be instrumental in ensuring this mission is met by providing direct support for law enforcement activities.

As a member of one of the most unique law enforcement agencies in the nation, you will be part of a team that embraces the core values of loyalty, integrity, courage, compassion, leadership, and accountability as they serve Alaska. In this fast-paced environment, you will work with a phenomenal team of professionals, both civilian and commissioned.

This position is located and based out of our Anchorage-based Aircraft Section at Lake Hood. This position does not offer housing; nor, does it offer someone living outside of the area paid travel to and from the worksite. The work environment is friendly, team-oriented, and productive. You will share an office in an office environment that includes other administrative professionals. The successful applicant must be able to work with frequent interruptions, be self-motivated, and be able to work well with others to be successful in this position.

We recognize the uniqueness of life in Alaska's rural and urban communities. We recommend all applicants visit the Community Database for a glimpse into Alaska's communities and lifestyle by providing images of places, people, cultural events, public facilities, landscapes, and other dimensions of community life at . This position may travel throughout Alaska providing support.

Accountability: Holds self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results. Determines objectives, sets priorities, and delegates work. Accepts responsibility for own actions and decisions. Complies with established control systems and rules.

Administration, Management and Computer Skills: Knowledge of planning, coordination, and execution of business functions, resource allocation, and production. Uses computers, software applications, databases, and automated systems to accomplish work.

Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving: uses a logical, systematic, 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.

Financial Management: Prepares, justifies, and/or administers the budget for program areas; plans, administers, and monitors expenditures to ensure cost-effective support of programs and policies; assesses financial condition of an organization.

Personnel and Human Resources: Knowledge of hiring, classification, benefits, labor relations, negotiation, and Federal, state, and local employment regulations

Minimum Qualifications

One year of experience performing journey-level technical duties in one or more administrative functional areas such as human resources, accounting, administration, and procurement. This experience includes work such as Administrative Assistant 2, Accounting Technician 2, Human Resource Technician 2, and similar classes with the State of Alaska or the equivalent with another employer. OR Two years of post-secondary education from an accredited college (32 semester hours or 48 quarter hours equals 1 year). OR Two years of entry-level technical experience in one or more administrative functional areas such as human resources, accounting, administration, and procurement. This experience includes work such as Administrative Assistant 1, Accounting Technician 1, Human Resource Technician 1, and similar classes with the State of Alaska or the equivalent with another employer. OR Two years of any combination of post-secondary education, vocational education, and/or entry-level technical experience in one or more administrative functional areas such as human resources, accounting, administration, and procurement. (Three semester or four quarter hours of post-secondary education are equal to one month of experience; 150 hours of vocational education are equal to one month of experience.) The required experience includes work such as Administrative Assistant 1, Accounting Technician 1, Human Resource Technician 1, and similar classes with the State of Alaska or the equivalent with another employer.

Additional Required Information

A cover letter is NOT required for this position. Your complete application will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process.

At time of interview:

• List of three (3) professional references, two of which are from a current or former direct supervisor.
• Last two (2) performance evaluations, if available

Special Note:

• Occasionally requires travel within the State.
• This position requires strong written and verbal communication skills, including technical writing for various documents such as contract solicitations, specifications, scopes of work, notices of award, and specialized status reports. The ability to speak confidently and effectively in staff meetings, management meetings, and other group forums to convey project status information clearly is essential.
• SOA DOA Procurement Level II certification is necessary and this position will be responsible for enrolling in the relevant recertification classes to maintain the Level II certificate.

Background Check

This position requires the incumbent to submit to a fingerprint based criminal history background check. Due to the sensitive nature of this position, and required access to APSIN, an applicant with criminal convictions will not move forward in the selection process.

Confidentiality Agreement

The successful candidate will be required to read, understand, and agree to via signature, an agreement of confidentiality concerning the work commonly encountered within the Department of Public Safety to qualify for this position.

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

Applications will be reviewed to determine if minimum qualifications are met. Therefore, all work experiences the applicant is using to meet minimum qualifications for this position must be documented in the application package. Please include the employer's name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether the employment was full or part-time. Applicants who submit packages that do not provide sufficient information to demonstrate minimum qualifications are met may not advance in the selection process.

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 1-800-770-897