Engineering Assistant 2 (090120) JOB ID- 1887

Job Description

 

The Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA), Division of Alaska Air National Guard Facilities (ANG) is recruiting for an Engineering Assistant 2.

 

This position is in the General Government (GGU) bargaining unit at a range 19.

 

This position is open to Alaska Residents only.

 

Please check our Definition FAQ to determine if you qualify.

 

Special Note: This needs of this position necessitates on-site work in Anchorage, Alaska, full time, to effectively collaborate with the uniformed members of Alaska Air National Guard Facilities to ensure optimal operations.

 

What You Will Be Doing:

 

As a new team member, you will be overseeing construction project administration, engineering, and inspection for the Alaska Air National Guard at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson (JBER). Your new role will encompass the application of engineering management principles in the planning and maintenance of infrastructure, such as roadways and utilities. You will be responsible for researching project requirements and managing design contracts, while also preparing necessary documentation for various agencies. Your technical skills will be essential in producing architectural, civil, mechanical, and electrical drawings in AutoCAD, along with generating updated maps to aid in ongoing projects and master planning for the 176th Civil Engineer Squadron.

 

Our Mission And Culture:

 

State of Alaska employees serve a vital role in supporting the missions of the Alaska National Guard. They provide talent and skills crucial to supporting military operations. The Alaska National Guard integrates military and civilian members to form a total National Guard unit. One team, one fight!

 

The Benefits Of Joining Our Team:

 

By joining our team, you will play an essential role in supporting the critical mission of the Alaska Air National Guard while enjoying a rewarding career that features a consistent 37.5-hour workweek and the option for occasional telework. Additional benefits include paid leave accrual, various retirement options, and comprehensive medical, vision, and dental plans, ensuring you are well-supported both professionally and personally as you serve your community.

 

The Working Environment You Can Expect:

 

ANG is proudly located JBER surrounded by the natural beauty of the Arctic Valley. ANG is serious about maintaining a healthy work-life balance; you can enjoy a three-mile paved walking/jogging trail and fully equipped, no cost, fitness center at the Army National Guard Armory. We believe in growth opportunities, creative thinking, and fostering a friendly and rewarding work environment full of purpose.

 

Who We Are Looking For:

 

We are interested in candidates who possess some or all of the following position specific competencies:

 

Technical Expertise: Identifying and selecting appropriate procedures, codes, and standards for design projects based on established industry best practices and applicable manuals. Developing and maintaining efficient systems for managing and updating project documentation, including a computerized record drawing file system.

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. Comply with established control systems and rules.

Compliance: Knowledge of procedures for assessing, evaluating, and monitoring programs or projects for compliance with Federal laws, regulations, and guidance.

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.

Stakeholder Management: Knowledge of the concepts, practices, and techniques used to identify, engage, influence, and monitor relationships with individuals and groups connected to a work effort; including those actively involved, those who exert influence over the process and its results, and those who have a vested interest in the outcome (positive or negative).

 

To view the general description and example of duties for the position please go to the following link: Alaska Air National Guard - Engineering Assistant 2 (090120)

 

If 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. Due to updated Federal regulations, you must have one of the following to obtain access to the Joint Base Elmendorf/Fort Richardson Military Instillation: A Real ID, passport, passport card, or military issued ID.

 

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 Qualifications

 

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.

 

Additional Required Information

 

Please read the below information carefully. This applies to your application submission.

 

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.

 

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:

 

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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: http://doa.alaska.gov/dop/workplace/help/

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