State of Alaska
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Job Description RECRUITMENT EXPANSION NOTICE
The
scope of recruitment for this vacancy has been expanded to allow for a larger
applicant pool. If you have already applied for this position there is no need
to reapply.
ATTENTION ALL APPLICANTS!The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) Southcoast Region Design and Engineering Services is looking for an engineering College Intern 1/2/3/4 in Juneau to help us Keep Alaska Moving!
What you will be doing:
Under the direction of the Southcoast Region Materials Group, the College Intern will be assigned projects requiring data collection, reconnaissance & design level work with emphasis in the hydraulic and geotechnical engineering fields. In this role you would share the overall workload with other team members in their respective fields.
Work includes performing various fieldwork tasks across the region including the collection of raw field data using several collection methods, processing field data, performing standard engineering calculations, and filing and reviewing various work deliverables. Interns also assist with the development of technical reports and permit applications.
Our organization, mission, and culture:
The State of Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities’ mission is to Keep Alaska Moving. We are working toward a modern, adaptable, flexible transportation system that will be resilient as we tackle our challenges. We believe collaboration, communication, and coordination increase our ability to succeed. Creating teams that are focused on results, working together, and leveraging resources across our department, with community and private sector partnerships, increases our ability to accomplish our mission and serve Alaskans.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:
Working at the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) offers a uniquely challenging and rewarding environment. Southcoast Region’s projects are constructed in variable landscapes, ranging from temperate maritime rainforests on steep-sided mountains in southeast Alaska to a chain of wind-swept grassy volcanic islands in Southwest Alaska. Projects vary in size and scope from small, low-dollar-value projects to large and complex multimillion-dollar projects.
This position will be in travel status on an active project in Haines or Ketchikan. You will work in a collaborative environment with a small team of experienced and supportive colleagues that will help you develop your skills, gain career applicable experience and learn about construction of Capital Improvement Projects. Skills learned during your internship will greatly benefit your engineering career!
The benefits of joining our team:
Joining the Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (DOT&PF) offers an array of benefits, with career growth opportunities at the forefront. As an integral part of Alaska’s infrastructure development and maintenance, DOT&PF provides employees with a dynamic and diverse work environment where they can continually enhance their skills and climb the career ladder. The department values professional development, offering training programs and mentorship opportunities to help individuals expand their expertise and advance in their chosen fields. With the vast and unique challenges of Alaska’s geography and climate, employees can work on groundbreaking projects that contribute to the state’s growth, making the DOT&PF an ideal choice for those seeking a fulfilling and evolving career in transportation and public facilities.
The DOT&PF core values are integrity, excellence, and respect. We support an environment focused on teamwork and collaboration to achieve results. We succeed in achieving our transportation mission through building credibility with our customers, stakeholders, and the public. A successful candidate will have sound judgment, decision-making, and a strong ethical and professional conduct history.
This is a great opportunity to join our team in an entry level position with potential for full-time employment after obtaining their degree. This is an exciting and fast-paced work environment in a public works career.
Benefits of joining our team include:
Seasonal employment with paid over-time.
Career development opportunities to obtain specialized certifications, training, and qualifications relating to materials testing, construction inspection, traffic control and contract administration.
Paid travel with lodging provided and daily meal per diem while working throughout Southcoast Region on various projects.
Casual work attire in a friendly and safe work environment; and,
Rewarding work knowing your contribution provides vital transportation infrastructure needed by the traveling public and the state’s economy.
Who we are looking for:
Written Communication: Writes in a clear, concise, organized, and convincing manner for the intended audience.
Attention to Detail: Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
- Learning: Uses efficient learning techniques to acquire and apply new knowledge and skills; uses training, feedback, or other opportunities for self-learning and development.
- Manages and Organizes Information: Identifies a need; gathers, organizes, and maintains information; determines its importance and accuracy, and communicates it by a variety of methods.
- Computer Skills: Uses computers, software applications, databases, and automated systems to accomplish work.
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 College Intern 1
Currently accepted, enrolled, and attending an accredited college in an undergraduate degree program while maintaining an academic load of at least six credit hours per semester (eight credit hours per quarter).Special Note:
Academic transcripts and/or tuition billings may be construed as proof of enrollment.Appointment and retention in this class series is restricted to students actively pursuing an undergraduate degree program in an accredited college and maintaining an academic load of at least six semester (eight quarter) credit hours per semester (quarter).
Students who have completed spring semester courses and are enrolled in fall semester courses are considered to be attending college during the summer regardless of whether or not summer courses are taken.
College Intern 2
Currently accepted, enrolled, and attending an accredited college in an undergraduate degree program while maintaining an academic load of at least six credit hours per semester (eight credit hours per quarter);
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In good standing with a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or higher;
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Have successfully completed training as a College Intern 1 or 24 semester (36 quarter) hours of coursework in the degree program.Special Note:
Academic transcripts and/or tuition billings may be construed as proof of enrollment.Appointment and retention in this class series is restricted to students actively pursuing an undergraduate degree program in an accredited college and maintaining an academic load of at least six semester (eight quarter) credit hours per semester (quarter).
Students who have completed spring semester courses and are enrolled in fall semester courses are considered to be attending college during the summer regardless of whether or not summer courses are taken.
College Intern 3
Currently accepted, enrolled, and attending an accredited college in a baccalaureate degree program while maintaining an academic load of at least six credit hours per semester (eight credit hours per quarter);
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In good standing with a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or higher;
AND
Have successfully completed training as a College Intern 2 or 56 semester (84 quarter) hours of coursework in the degree program.
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Currently enrolled in and attending upper division classes in a declared major related to the body of work to be performed.Special Note:
Academic transcripts and/or tuition billings may be construed as proof of enrollment.Appointment and retention in this class series is restricted to students actively pursuing an undergraduate degree program in an accredited college and maintaining an academic load of at least six semester (eight quarter) credit hours per semester (quarter).
“Upper division courses” means courses that are specialized, in-depth and advanced. Such courses emphasize problem-solving, analytical thinking skills, and theoretical applications, with depth and rigor in a discipline’s theories and methods; specialization in a particular field or profession; refinement of general education; and/or development of specific intellectual and professional skills. Upper division courses are commonly identified in college catalogs as 300 level and higher.
Students who have completed spring semester courses and are enrolled in fall semester courses are considered to be attending college during the summer regardless of whether or not summer courses are taken.
College Intern 4
Currently accepted, enrolled, and attending an accredited college in a baccalaureate degree program while maintaining an academic load of at least six credit hours per semester (eight credit hours per quarter);
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In good standing with a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or higher;
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Have successfully completed training as a College Intern 3 or 88 semester (132 quarter) hours of coursework in the degree program of which at least 12 semester (16 quarter) hours were upper division coursework in a declared major directly related to the assigned duties and responsibilities.Special Note:
Academic transcripts and/or tuition billings may be construed as proof of enrollment.Appointment and retention in this class series is restricted to students actively pursuing an undergraduate degree program in an accredited college and maintaining an academic load of at least six semester (eight quarter) credit hours per semester (quarter).
“Upper division courses” means courses that are specialized, in-depth and advanced. Such courses emphasize problem-solving, analytical thinking skills, and theoretical applications, with depth and rigor in a discipline’s theories and methods; specialization in a particular field or profession; refinement of general education; and/or development of specific intellectual and professional skills. Upper division courses are commonly identified in college catalogs as 300 level and higher.
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Additional Required Information NOTE: PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT TIME OF INTERVIEW:
Current academic transcripts
- Three (3) personal references with current contact information
PLEASE NOTE:
- Requires daily operation of a State assigned vehicle. Valid Alaska Driver’s License is Required
- Requires maintenance of engineering tools to ensure their long-term functionality.
- Civil Engineering major is preferred but not required.
- Requires frequent travel within the State
FLEXIBLY STAFFED
This position is flexibly staffed. This vacancy may be filled at either the College Intern 1, College Intern 2, College Intern 3 or College Intern 4 level depending on the applicant’s training and/or experience. Please respond to all the minimum qualification questions. If filled at a lower level, incumbent will have the opportunity to advance to the next level upon management’s assessment that the incumbent is performing adequately and has successfully completed the training plan and meets the minimum qualifications of the higher level.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 can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of interview.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION
Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the minimum qualifications listed above. If utilizing this education, you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in the 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. post-secondary institution 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 post-secondary institution. 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.
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Contact Information For specific information about this position, please contact the hiring manager at the following:
Name: Bob Trousil
Title: Engineer/Architect 4 – Quality Assurance Chief
Telephone: (907) 465-4441
E-Mail: robert.trousil@alaska.gov
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