Posting number: 56046
Department: Transportation and Public Facilities
Division: NRD-Right of Way and Utilities
Job classification: Land Surveyor 1
Posting type: Open
Categories: Transportation
ATTENTION ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY!
The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF), Northern Region Design and Engineering Services, is looking for a Land Surveyor 1/2 to help us Keep Alaska Moving!
This position works in our regional Right of Way (ROW) Engineering team to deliver surveying and mapping products that are essential for transportation projects for local communities and the state transportation network. Projects in the Northern Region span as far south as Valdez, as far north as Prudhoe Bay, west to Nome, all of eastern Alaska and everything in between. This individual will work as a lead land surveyor in responsible charge for in performing ROW research, preparing ROW base and final maps, and making general determinations of boundary and ROW.
This flexibly staffed position offers opportunities for career advancement through the Land Surveyor series while developing technical expertise and assuming greater responsibilities in surveying and right-of-way mapping. If filled at Level 1, promotion to the Level 2 will occur upon successful completion of the probationary period and required training, as well as the applicant meeting the minimum qualifications of the higher job class.
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.
You’ll be joining a team of exceptional individuals with varied technical backgrounds to deliver transportation projects in the Northern Region. Right of Way engineering is a unique specialty field within the land surveying profession and we offer the opportunity for you to expand and grow your surveying knowledge with a career progression opportunity in this flexibly staffed position. In addition to the State’s competitive salary, holiday, leave accrual and 401k retirement plan, you will have the opportunity for a flexible work environment including the option to telework.
This position is based in Fairbanks at the DOT&PF complex on Peger Road, where design, construction, maintenance, and support staff are all within walking distance. The role provides a dynamic blend of office work, field visits, and team collaboration, with opportunities to engage directly with stakeholders. Intermittent summer travel, and occasional winter travel, may be required for site visits or meetings, which could include travel by small plane or boat.
To view the general description and example of duties for positions please go to the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs
Registration as a Professional Land Surveyor.
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(c). 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.
Registration as a Professional Land Surveyor in Alaska AND one year experience as a registered Land Surveyor.
Registration as a Professional Land Surveyor in Alaska is required for appointment to this job class. Applicants registered in another state may apply, but appointment is conditional upon receiving Alaskan registration as a Professional Land Surveyor. Registration may be allowed without examination to applicants holding registration in another state with similar requirements.
At time of interview, applicants are requested to submit (if not already attached to your application):
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 be sure to check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.
This position is flexibly staffed. This vacancy may be filled at either the Land Surveyor 1 or Land Surveyor 2 level, depending on the applicant's training and/or experience. The full range of salaries is listed above. Starting salary will be determined by the level the position is hired at. If filled at Level 1, promotion to the Level 2 will occur upon successful completion of the probationary period and required training, as well as the applicant meeting the minimum qualifications of the higher job class.
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.
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.
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.
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.
For specific information about this position, please contact the hiring manager(s) at the following:
Name: Barry Hooper, Engineer/Architect 4
Phone: (907) 451-5126
Email: barry.hooper@alaska.gov
OR
Name: Becca Fox, Norther Region Recruitment Coordinator
Phone: (907) 451-5428
Email: becca.fox@alaska.gov
The State of Alaska is a public sector employer taking care of a variety of needs across the great state. As an employer the State of Alaska opens up opportunities for employees to live and work in a place unlike any other.
