Engineering Assistant 3 / Engineering Associate / Engineer/Architect 1 (PCN 252369)

Job Description

ATTENTION ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY!



The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) Southcoast Region Design and Engineering Services is looking for an Engineering Assistant 3 / Engineering Associate / Engineer/Architect 1 in Juneau to help us Keep Alaska Moving! 

BASE SALARY INFORMATION:

Engineering Assistant 3 - $44.03 Hourly/Overtime Eligible

Engineering Associate - $44.03 Hourly/Overtime Eligible

Engineer/Architect 1 - $3527.25 Biweekly/Overtime Ineligible

What you will be doing:

Engineering Assistant 3 / Engineering Associate

You will lead the engineering design of highways and airports on federally funded projects under the general direction of a registered professional engineer. Typical design elements include both new construction and rehabilitation of existing:

• Storm drain systems
• Curb and gutter
• Sidewalks
• Street lighting systems
• Traffic signal systems
• Navigation aids
• Roadways, runways, taxiways, and aprons
• Signage; and,
• Guardrail.

Work includes developing initial concept-level designs, vetting concept designs with the public and resource agencies for input, and finally producing construction-ready project plans, specifications, quantities, estimates, and engineering documents. Typically, this position is the lead designer on projects with low to mid-level complexity and assists as a specialist on complex projects.

Engineer/Architect 1

You will independently lead the engineering design of highways and airports on federally funded projects as a registered professional engineer. Typical design elements include both new construction and rehabilitation of existing:

• Storm drain systems
• Curb and gutter
• Sidewalks
• Street lighting systems
• Traffic signal systems
• Navigation aids
• Roadways, runways, taxiways, and aprons
• Signage; and,
• Guardrail.

Work includes developing initial concept-level designs, vetting concept designs with the public and resource agencies for input, and finally producing construction-ready project plans, specifications, quantities, estimates, and engineering documents. Typically, this position is the engineer-of-record on projects with low to mid-level complexity and assists as a specialist on complex projects. You will work in team directing project staff as well as reviewing support staff and consultants while assuring the project stays on scope, schedule, and budget.

Our organization, mission, and culture: 

The State of Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities’ mission is to "Keep Alaska Moving through service and infrastructure."  We are a service to Alaska’s Southcoast Region, working to make the transportation system modern, adaptable, and flexible. Through collaboration, communication, and coordination both internally and externally, we aim to provide best-fit projects to Alaska’s communities.

The State of Alaska is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer”; to view the DOT&PF’s EEO policy statement, please follow this link: https://dot.alaska.gov/job-opportunities/index.shtml

The working environment you can expect: 
This Juneau-based position works within a small collaborative team with a broad range of experience, from entry level to 25 plus years of practice and expertise in highways, airports, bridges, construction, public engagement, etc.

The benefits of joining our team: 

Joining the Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (DOT&PF) offers a dynamic and diverse work environment where you can continually enhance your skills and advance your career through training programs and mentorship opportunities. With the vast and unique challenges of Alaska's geography and climate, the DOT&PF is an ideal choice for those seeking a fulfilling and evolving career in transportation where you can work on a myriad of project varieties that contribute to improving and expanding the state's highway and airport system. The DOT&PF also balances your work experience by offering life-style accommodations suited to your interests through opportunities to work from a traditional office location or from an alternative teleworking environment as well as flexible work hours and schedule. In addition to career growth opportunities and work/life balance accommodations, a position at the DOT&PF offers you a rewarding opportunity to apply your engineering expertise to meaningful projects that directly benefit and improve communities. 

The State of Alaska has a generous benefits package and an excellent retirement plan. Please see here for more information: https://doa.alaska.gov/dop/workplace/benefits/.

Who we are looking for: 

Any combination of education and experience that provides the applicant with the core competencies of:

• 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.

• Interpersonal Skills: Treats others with courtesy, sensitivity, and respect. Considers and responds appropriately to the needs and feelings of different people in different situations.

• Attention to Detail: Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.

• Civil Engineering: Knowledge of the concepts, principles, theories, and methods required to plan, design, construct, operate, and maintain facilities such as buildings, transportation systems, water and sanitary systems, and other public works systems.

• 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.

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

Minimum Qualifications

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

Engineering Associate
Eight years of progressively responsible work experience in engineering, land surveying or architecture, of which one year was as an Engineering Assistant 3 with the State of Alaska, or the equivalent elsewhere.

Substitution:
ABET accredited college or technical school courses in engineering, architecture, land surveying or a closely related curriculum may be substituted for the non-specific required experience (3 semester/4 quarter hours equal one month). A bachelor's degree with a major in engineering, architecture or land surveying from an institution accredited by ABET may substitute for four years of the non-specific required experience.

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.

Additional Required Information

**NOTE: PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY**

At time of application, applicants are requested to submit:

• Cover Letter - See below Instructions.

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.
• A current copy of your driver’s license.
• Copy of degree certificate or 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.

FLEXIBLY STAFFED
This position is flexibly staffed. This vacancy may be filled at either the Engineering Assistant 3, Engineering Associate, or Engineer/Architect 1 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 Level 1, promotion to the Level 2 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 at most 1 to 2 competencies listed in the "Who we are looking for" section of the job posting that you feel describe you best. 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

PLEASE NOTE
This position requires:

• Occasional travel within the State, sometimes by boat and small aircraft
• The use of computerized engineering and drafting software

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.

Contact Information

For specific information about this position, please contact the hiring manager at the following:  
Name: Todd Boris, Engineer/Architect 3
Phone: (907) 465-1797
Email: todd.boris@alaska.gov

Salary : $3 - $44