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Engineer/Architect 3 (Engineering Manager)

Wasilla, United States

ATTENTION ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY!

The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) Central Design and Engineering Services is looking for an Engineer/Architect 3 to help us Keep Alaska Moving!

What you will be doing:

Leading design and technical staff in preparing, reviewing and selecting a variety of design or engineering solutions for transportation related projects. Coordinating the units efforts with various other work groups, including consultants, project stakeholders, and functional support groups within the Department (planning, environmental, materials, utilities, right-of-way, etc.);
Actively mentoring emerging management candidates among staff, provides on-the-job training opportunities, and coaching staff;
Establishing scopes, schedules and budgets, preparing Project Management Plans, and assembling project design teams for multiple transportation projects in support of preparation of contract documents;
Responding to requests for information from the public, Department leaders, other agencies, and the Legislature;
Consultant coordination, including development and management of contracts for engineering and other professional services.

Our organization, mission, and culture:

The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities mission is to "Keep Alaska Moving", your role in this position is directly tied to the most critical aspects of the mission. As a project manager you will be responsible for the planning, organization, and ultimate success of transportation improvement projects within the Department. You will collaborate with multiple functional sections within the Department, lead staff from multiple areas of expertise, communicate and inform the public of projects and progress, and coordinate with multiple federal and state agencies to bring together capital improvement projects in Central Region thereby delivering the mission. This Department is mission focused with an organizational atmosphere that promotes excellence, integrity, teamwork, and public service

The benefits of joining our team:

This position offers a unique and exciting opportunity within DOT&PF, by its focus being on the Mat-Su Valley and being in the relatively new Mat-Su District Office! Accounting for 65% of Alaska’s population, the state’s highest traffic volumes, and an anticipated 80% of all future population growth in the state, Central Region Highway Design is an excellent platform from which to take your career to the next level in the field of professional engineering. With opportunity for advancement, training opportunities, and an attractive work life balance, this position works with a team that makes a difference in the lives of every Alaskan.

The position includes a standard 40-hour work week, allows for flexible work schedules, and teleworking opportunities in order to promote a positive work and personal life balance. We offer a generous leave package that increases with service time. In addition, we offer paid state holidays - a total of 12 throughout the year.

The working environment you can expect:

This position is lead for a team focused on Mat-Su area projects in the DOT&PF Central Region. The position is located at the Mat-Su District building in Wasilla, AK located at 500 S Seward Meridian Parkway. The Mat-Su District Office (MDO) space has been recently renovated and is centrally located between the cities of Palmer and Wasilla. It is also a short 45 minute to an hour commute to Anchorage, and is just a minute from the Parks Highway. This office building is generally comprised of cubicle office space, and promotes a team atmosphere of mixed discipline staff.

Office hours have some flexibility to include flexible days off (RDO's) and part time telework. 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:

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.
Self-Management: Sets well-defined and realistic personal goals; displays a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment toward completing assignments in a timely manner; work with minimal supervision; is motivated to achieve; demonstrates responsible behavior.
Developing Others: Develops the ability of others to perform and contribute to the organization by providing ongoing feedback and by providing opportunities to learn through formal and informal methods.
Technical Credibility: Understands and appropriately applies principles, procedures, requirements, regulations, and policies related to specialized expertise.

Special Note:

Valid Driver’s License Required
Position requires registration as a professional Civil Engineer or Architect in the State of Alaska.

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

Minimum Qualifications

Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) or Architect, and three years of professional engineering or architectural experience (Engineer/Architect series), or the equivalent.

Special Note:
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 required to submit:

Cover letter (see instructions below)

At time of interview, applicants are requested 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 (3) professional references, including name, job title, and current phone numbers.
Copy of Valid Drivers License

ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY

Please be sure to check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.

COVER LETTER

A cover letter is required as part of your application. In your cover letter, please describe how you possess the position specific competencies listed in the “Who We Are Looking For” section and how your skills will be of particular benefit to the position. We request your cover letter be no more than two to three paragraphs and limited to one page. 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.

Contact Information

For specific information about this position, please contact the hiring manager at the following:

Name: Chris Bentz, P.E., Central Region Mat-Su District Office Chief
Phone: (907) 269-0652
Email: chris.bentz@alaska.gov

Careers with the State of Alaska offer MANY benefits

The 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 https://drb.alaska.gov/help/plans.html 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 & Pilots
Employer 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 Benefits
Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses

Retirement 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 options

See https://drb.alaska.gov/retiree/ for additional information

Paid Leave & Other Benefits