Salary: $27.57 Hourly
Location : Juneau, AK
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 45542
Department: Administration
Division: Finance
Opening Date: 05/03/2024
Closing Date: 10/30/2024 5:00 PM Alaska
Division: Finance
Position Open To: Alaska Residents Only
Bargaining Unit: Confidential Unit
Range: 15
Job Description
This position is open to Alaskan Residents only.
Please check out the to determine if you qualify.
ONGOING POSTING NOTICE
The applicant pool(s) for this position will be reviewed regularly for qualified applicants. This recruitment may be closed early if a qualified applicant is found before the closing date. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure consideration.
The Division of Finance is currently offering a hire incentive bonus of up to
$4,000.00 to newly hired Human Resource Technicians.
The incentive bonus will be paid in two equal installments, less mandatory deductions. Employees will be eligible for the first installment after successful completion of 90 days. Employees will be eligible for the second and final installment after the employee's successful completion of probation. To receive an incentive, employees are expected to agree to a two-year term of employment with the Division of Finance.
What you will be doing: Under general direction, a Human Resource Technician 3 supervises Payroll Services staff; develops and delivers technical payroll training; and performs advanced technical work completing, processing, and auditing personnel and payroll documents.
Our organization, mission, and culture: Payroll Services provides assistance and advice to the operational and administrative staff of their assigned agencies regarding personnel/payroll processing.
We foster a fun and productive work environment and value integrity, professionalism, empowerment, approachability, continuous learning, and accountability.
The diversity of Human Resource work provides ample opportunity for professional development. Whether you are looking to begin your HR career, further develop new HR skills, or begin your career with the State of Alaska, this could be the job for you!
The benefits of joining our team: This is a great opportunity for those individuals looking to expand their career in the human resources field with the State of Alaska. The incumbent will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience with the support for career advancement.
The working environment you can expect: We are located in the Michael J. Burns building, close to the Juneau/Douglas bridge; within walking distance to restaurants and grocery stores. This is a fast-paced work environment with duties changing daily based on the needs of payroll staff and the payroll cycle.
Who we are looking for:
In order to be successful in this position, we are looking for an applicant that possesses the following knowledge, skills, abilities and experience:

• Considerable knowledge of personnel and payroll processes, procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Great customer service and communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Skills in interpreting and explaining policies and procedures, rules, statutes, and regulations to a wide variety of people, orally and in writing.
• The ability to adapt quickly and thrive under pressure.

If this sounds like your skill set, or one you would like to develop, please submit an application through Workplace Alaska.
Minimum Qualifications
One year of journey technical level human resource experience. This is equivalent to a Human Resource Technician 2 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent elsewhere.
Substitution:
One year of technical level dispatching experience as an Alaska Marine Highway System Dispatcher with the State of Alaska.
OR
Two years of postsecondary education (64 semester hours or 96 quarter hours equal 2 years) from an accredited college or university in any field.
OR
Two years in any combination of postsecondary education (3 semester hours or 4 quarter hours equal one month) from an accredited college or university and human resources experience at the journey technical level. This experience is equivalent to a Human Resource Technician 2 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent elsewhere.
OR
Two years in any combination of postsecondary education (3 semester hours or 4 quarter hours equal one month) from an accredited college or university and technical level dispatching experience. This experience is equivalent to an Alaska Marine Highway System Dispatcher with the State of Alaska.
Special Note:
"Human resource" work includes experience in recruitment and selection, classification, employee training, employer provided benefits programs, employment law compliance, personnel, payroll, or employee or labor relations. Supervision of subordinates does not in itself constitute human resource work.
Additional Required Information

At time of interview, please provide the following:

1. Three (3) professional references we may contact by phone, one (1) of which must be a current or former supervisor, if not already provided in the application.

Please read the below information carefully. This applies to your application submission.
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS
For your application to be evaluated, you must answer the Supplemental Questions. Be specific in your answers and tell us how you acquired the relevant experience. Please use complete sentences and proof-read your submissions when answering the supplemental questions. Your responses will be considered a writing sample and will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment process.
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.
THIS RECRUITMENT IS FOR ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY
This recruitment is open to Alaska Residents only. Applicants must meet in order to be considered for employment at this time.
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 1-800-770-8973 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.
NOTICE
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WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE
Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465-4095 if you are located in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to
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Contact Information
For specific information in reference to the position, please contact the hiring manager:
Shawna Libby, Administrative Officer 2 Phone: 907-465-5615
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 (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 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 for additional information

Paid Leave & Other Benefits

• Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served
• Eleven paid holidays a year

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Describe your experience processing payroll for the State of Alaska.
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Describe your experience working in a position that required strong time management skills with the ability to multi-task while working within a changing environment.
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What tools do you use to keep track of and prioritize your work?
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We are looking for someone with a strong work ethic, reliable attendance, and punctuality. How do you meet those skills and abilities?
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Describe your experience interpreting and explaining policies and procedures, rules, statutes, and/or regulations.
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Which of the following best describes your proficiency with Microsoft Excel?

• I do not have enough skills to meet the definition of the Basic level below.
• BASIC: Create basic worksheets; create basic formulas; use basic functions; modify and format a worksheet; print workbooks.
• INTERMEDIATE: Use advanced formulas; organize tables and worksheets; create and modify charts; analyze data using Pivot tables; insert and modify graphic objects in a worksheet.
• ADVANCED: Create and edit macros; conditional formatting; apply data validation criteria; able to protect, share and merge files; trace cells and troubleshoot formula errors; use data list outline; consolidate data and link workbooks; export and import text files and XML data; import data from the Web and create Web queries; analyze data using trend lines, spark lines and scenarios.

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