Engineer/Architect 1/2 Flex (PCN 253441)

Job Description

What you will be doing:
In this Design Project Engineer position in the Central Region Aviation Design Group, you will manage the design of airport and highway improvement projects from scoping through advertisement for projects throughout southcentral and western Alaska.

You will be leading or supervising a four-member in-house design team as the Engineer of Record to develop specifications, estimates, and professionally sealed final plans for capital improvement projects. These projects range in complexity from small, gravel-surfaced airports in rural Alaska to large, international airports designed to handle some of the world’s largest aircraft. You will be coordinating the efforts of in-house design staff, functional groups within the Department, private engineering/architectural consultants as necessary, and other federal/state agencies. Other occasional duties may include the design of highway projects.

Our organization, mission, and culture:
The DOT&PF mission is to "Keep Alaska Moving through service and infrastructure," and your role in this position is directly tied to the most critical aspects of the mission. As a Project Engineer, you will be responsible for the planning, design, and ultimate success of transportation improvement projects. You will collaborate with multiple functional groups within the Department, coordinate with staff from multiple areas of expertise, mentor the in-house design team, and assist with public and agency meetings to successfully construct capital improvement projects in Central Region thereby delivering the mission.

The department is mission-focused with an organizational atmosphere that promotes excellence, integrity, teamwork, and public service.

The benefits of joining our team:
The Central Region Aviation Design Group is responsible for improving airports at over 70 communities where a majority of residents rely heavily on air transportation as a basic means of living. This position will have the opportunity to work on local projects at the Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport, as well as remote airport projects such as Eek and Napaskiak. This position provides a unique opportunity to directly improve the daily lives of Alaskans.

DOT&PF provides an attractive work-life balance with a 40 hour work week, flexible work hours and telework options, and a competitive compensation package that includes personal leave and 11 paid holidays, excellent health coverage, and many other supplemental options such as deferred compensation and health care reimbursement accounts. The Department strives to provide all employees a professional, interactive and supportive work environment. Joining the Central Region Aviation Design Group is a great opportunity for advancement, training, and an opportunity to work on unique aviation projects.

The working environment you can expect:
This position resides in the DOT&PF Central Region Headquarters building in Anchorage, AK located at 4111 Aviation Ave. The building is located on the shores of Lake Hood and is across from the Ted Stevens International Airport. This office building is generally comprised of cubicle office space and organized by departmental sections and teams, including Aviation Design in which this position is to be filled. Office hours and schedules have some flexibility and travel to project sites may be required for short durations.

Who we are looking for:
To be successful in this position, the selected applicant will possess the following core competencies:

• Self-Management : Sets well-defined and realistic personal goals; displays a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment towards completing assignments in a timely matter; works with minimal supervision; is motivated to achieve; demonstrates responsible behavior.
• Technical Credibility : Understands and appropriately applies principles, procedures, requirements, regulations, and policies related to specialized expertise.
• Team Building : Inspires and fosters team commitment, spirit, pride, and trust. Facilitates cooperation and motivates team members to accomplish group goals.
• 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.

Special Note:
Position requires current certification as a Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Alaska.

Minimum Qualifications

Engineer/Architect 1
Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) or Architect.

Note: Positions in this class require professional registration as either an Engineer or an Architect. The employer will designate which professional field is required for each position.

Special Note:
Persons not registered in the State of Alaska must be registered in a state recognized by the State Board of Registration for Architects, Engineers and Land Surveyors eligible for comity in accordance with AS 08.48.191(b). Persons employed under this provision must become registered in Alaska within one year of hire and sign an agreement to this effect as a condition of employment.

Engineer/Architect 2
Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) or Architect, and one year of professional experience as an Engineer/Architect 1 or Engineering Associate with the State of Alaska, or the equivalent.

Special Note:
Persons not registered in the State of Alaska must be registered in a state recognized by the State Board of Registration for Architects, Engineers and Land Surveyors eligible for comity in accordance with AS 08.48.191(b). Persons employed under this provision must become registered in Alaska within one year of hire and sign an agreement to this effect as a condition of employment.

Additional Required Information

At time of application, applicants are requested to submit:

• Cover Letter (See instructions below)

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

• Copy of your Professional Engineering (P.E.) License Number (only if licensed outside the State of Alaska).
• Three professional references with current contact information.

FLEXIBLY STAFFED
This position is flexibly staffed. This vacancy may be filled at either the Engineer/Architect 1 or Engineer/Architect 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.

COVER LETTER
A cover letter is required for this position. In two to three paragraphs (no more than one page), please highlight your education and experience as it pertains to the four (4) competencies listed in the "Who we are looking for " section of the job posting. Please attach the cover letter to your application before submitting it online, or, if unable to attach, email it to the contact provided in the job posting. Your cover letter will be used to help determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process.

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 employer.

For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager at:
Name: Phil Cheasebro, Project Manager
Phone: (907) 269-0606
Email: