What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Health Technician (PCN 187502) position at State of Alaska?
This position is open to Alaska Residents only.
Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.
This position is being recruited for in Anchorage.
What You Will Be Doing
The Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation, Division of Environmental Health is seeking an energetic and detail-oriented individual to serve as an Environmental Health Technician.
This position is primarily responsible for permitting and providing technical regulatory assistance for seafood and shellfish operations. Additional duties include assisting with complaint investigations, retail inspections, and enforcement actions under the supervision of an Environmental Health Officer.
Our Organization, Mission, And Culture
The Division of Environmental Health (EH) provides clear standards and technical assistance to ensure environmental protection, safe food, and safe drinking water for all Alaskans. The Food Safety and Sanitation Program is dedicated to protecting public health at regulated food, seafood, and public facilities. Our vision is to work collaboratively with these facilities to prevent illness, injury, and loss of life caused by unsafe sanitary practices.
The Environmental Health Technician plays a key role in supporting Alaska’s seafood and shellfish industries by administering the permitting program. Responsibilities include issuing permits and export certificates, maintaining regulatory databases, and providing technical assistance to operators and the public. This is a critical support position that is vital to the success of our mission.
The Benefits Of Joining Our Team
We offer a positive and inclusive office culture with an emphasis on professional growth and development. This position offers comprehensive training opportunities to ensure the incumbent is well-prepared for their responsibilities. While this is a single level position, the experience and skills gained can support future applications for advancement within the Department, as opportunities become available.
The Working Environment You Can Expect
This position is located in our Anchorage office, where you’ll join a friendly, professional, and collaborative team dedicated to protecting public health. The Food Safety and Sanitation Program fosters a positive, team-oriented culture with strong connections across the state – whether in person or through Microsoft Teams. Staff enjoy a flexible work environment that blends in-office collaboration with telework opportunities. This role also offers a dynamic mix of office-based responsibilities and fieldwork, providing variety and meaningful impact in your day-to-day work.
We are looking for a candidate that has experience in the following areas:
Or
Two years of advanced clerical experience supporting a regulatory inspection or permitting program.
Or
Two years of post-secondary education from an accredited college.
Documents Required At The Time Of The Interview
The State’s online recruitment system, Workplace Alaska, requires applicants to certify that they have a legal right to accept employment in the United States. It is the responsibility of the employee to maintain the appropriate documentation to accept or continue legal employment. The State of Alaska does not function in the role as an employer sponsor.
THIS RECRUITMENT IS FOR ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY
Please be sure to check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.
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. Omission of required documentation listed will result in an incomplete application and you will not receive further consideration.
NOTE: The State of Alaska does not provide VISA Employer sponsorships.
Work Experience
When using work experience not already documented in your application, please 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. Work experience needed to meet the minimum qualifications must be documented in the application. If the application does not support minimum qualifications, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment. A resume will not be used to determine that minimum qualifications have been met for the position in which you are applying.
If you are currently or previously been appointed to a flexibly staffed position, please ensure your work experience within a flexibly staffed position indicates the actual dates employed at each level. Ensure your time and any subsequent flex promotion(s) are documented as a separate position. This is required as there are minimum qualifications that require experience at a particular level in which the lower level may not be considered. If this information is not accurately reflected in your application this may cause the processing of your application for consideration to be delayed.
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.
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/
NOTICE
Questions regarding the application process can be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465-4095. If you choose to be contacted by email, please ensure your email address is correct on your application and that the spam filter will permit email from the ‘governmentjobs.com’ domains. For information on allowing emails from the ‘governmentjobs.com’ domains, visit the Lost Password Help page located at: https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword
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.
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 in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to recruitment.services@alaska.gov.
For applicant password assistance please visit: https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword
For specific information about the position please contact the hiring manager:
Joy McLaurin
Environmental Health Officer 3
907-269-7628
joy.mclaurin@alaska.gov
Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.
This position is being recruited for in Anchorage.
What You Will Be Doing
The Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation, Division of Environmental Health is seeking an energetic and detail-oriented individual to serve as an Environmental Health Technician.
This position is primarily responsible for permitting and providing technical regulatory assistance for seafood and shellfish operations. Additional duties include assisting with complaint investigations, retail inspections, and enforcement actions under the supervision of an Environmental Health Officer.
Our Organization, Mission, And Culture
The Division of Environmental Health (EH) provides clear standards and technical assistance to ensure environmental protection, safe food, and safe drinking water for all Alaskans. The Food Safety and Sanitation Program is dedicated to protecting public health at regulated food, seafood, and public facilities. Our vision is to work collaboratively with these facilities to prevent illness, injury, and loss of life caused by unsafe sanitary practices.
The Environmental Health Technician plays a key role in supporting Alaska’s seafood and shellfish industries by administering the permitting program. Responsibilities include issuing permits and export certificates, maintaining regulatory databases, and providing technical assistance to operators and the public. This is a critical support position that is vital to the success of our mission.
The Benefits Of Joining Our Team
We offer a positive and inclusive office culture with an emphasis on professional growth and development. This position offers comprehensive training opportunities to ensure the incumbent is well-prepared for their responsibilities. While this is a single level position, the experience and skills gained can support future applications for advancement within the Department, as opportunities become available.
- Professional growth and development opportunities.
- 37.5-hour work weeks; 12 paid holidays; personal leave accrual starting at over 6 hours per pay period (about 21 days annually) and increasing with years of service.
- Optional hybrid telework schedule following completion of probationary period.
- Optional membership in the Alaska State Employees Association, Local 52, General Governmental Unit
The Working Environment You Can Expect
This position is located in our Anchorage office, where you’ll join a friendly, professional, and collaborative team dedicated to protecting public health. The Food Safety and Sanitation Program fosters a positive, team-oriented culture with strong connections across the state – whether in person or through Microsoft Teams. Staff enjoy a flexible work environment that blends in-office collaboration with telework opportunities. This role also offers a dynamic mix of office-based responsibilities and fieldwork, providing variety and meaningful impact in your day-to-day work.
We are looking for a candidate that has experience in the following areas:
- Adaptability: adjusts planned work by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to address multiple demands and competing priorities in a changing environment.
- Attention to Detail: Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
- Clerical: Knowledge of filing, typing, entering data, maintaining records, and using and completing forms.
- Communications and Media: Knowledge of the production, communication and dissemination of information and ideas to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media and social media.
- Computer Skills: Uses computers, software application, databases, and automated systems to accomplish work.
- Customer Service: Anticipates and meets the needs of both internal and external customers. Delivers high-quality products and services; is committed to continuous improvement.
- Stress Tolerance: Deals calmly and effectively with high stress situations (for example, tight deadlines, hostile individuals, emergency situations, dangerous situations).
- Written Communication: Writes in a clear, concise, organized, and convincing manner for the intended audience.
- A valid Driver's License is Required
- This position requires the incumbent to have a valid Alaska driver’s license.
- The incumbent must also be willing and able to travel by small plane, helicopter, boat, ATV/snowmachine, or automobile to remote communities.
Or
Two years of advanced clerical experience supporting a regulatory inspection or permitting program.
Or
Two years of post-secondary education from an accredited college.
Documents Required At The Time Of The Interview
- Educational transcripts if using education to meet the Minimum Qualifications.
The State’s online recruitment system, Workplace Alaska, requires applicants to certify that they have a legal right to accept employment in the United States. It is the responsibility of the employee to maintain the appropriate documentation to accept or continue legal employment. The State of Alaska does not function in the role as an employer sponsor.
THIS RECRUITMENT IS FOR ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY
Please be sure to check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.
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. Omission of required documentation listed will result in an incomplete application and you will not receive further consideration.
NOTE: The State of Alaska does not provide VISA Employer sponsorships.
Work Experience
When using work experience not already documented in your application, please 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. Work experience needed to meet the minimum qualifications must be documented in the application. If the application does not support minimum qualifications, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment. A resume will not be used to determine that minimum qualifications have been met for the position in which you are applying.
If you are currently or previously been appointed to a flexibly staffed position, please ensure your work experience within a flexibly staffed position indicates the actual dates employed at each level. Ensure your time and any subsequent flex promotion(s) are documented as a separate position. This is required as there are minimum qualifications that require experience at a particular level in which the lower level may not be considered. If this information is not accurately reflected in your application this may cause the processing of your application for consideration to be delayed.
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.
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/
NOTICE
Questions regarding the application process can be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465-4095. If you choose to be contacted by email, please ensure your email address is correct on your application and that the spam filter will permit email from the ‘governmentjobs.com’ domains. For information on allowing emails from the ‘governmentjobs.com’ domains, visit the Lost Password Help page located at: https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword
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.
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 in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to recruitment.services@alaska.gov.
For applicant password assistance please visit: https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword
For specific information about the position please contact the hiring manager:
Joy McLaurin
Environmental Health Officer 3
907-269-7628
joy.mclaurin@alaska.gov