Natural Resource Technician 2 - Ltnp (Pcn 10-N23032)

What You Will Be Doing

As a member of the Division of Oil and Gas permitting team, you will play a critical role in overseeing one of Alaska's most important industries. This position is responsible for supporting and documenting actions relating to oil and gas exploration and development and similar uses of state land.  The successful candidate will support the North Slope and statewide permitting staff and work with various elements of document management, public outreach and engagement, and routine permitting transactions.

Mission and Culture

The Division of Oil and Gas manages lands for oil, gas, and geothermal exploration and development in a fair and transparent manner to maximize the prudent use of resources for the greatest benefit of all Alaskans. It also facilitates safe and environmentally conscious operation and maintenance of common carrier pipelines. This position plays a critical role in the Division by leading or participating in the authorization process for large, complex, or economically important oil and gas or geothermal projects statewide.

Benefits of Joining Our Team

DOG offers partial telework schedules and encourages staff to take advantage of the many training and development opportunities offered by the State and external entities.  We utilize customized software to manage projects efficiently and employ new technology to maximize time in the office and during field inspections.  The successful candidate will gain valuable experience working with world-class experts on high-profile projects that have direct impacts on the state's economic well-being.

There are opportunities for ambitious individuals to advance to the Natural Resource Specialist series with the foundational knowledge gained in our section. In this position, you will learn about the many different aspects of land management and gain a broad understanding of the inner workings of DNR, which will assist you in career advancement while contributing positively to the state.

The Working Environment You Can Expect

The DOG permitting section is in downtown Anchorage on the 11th floor of the Atwood Building.  The daily work environment is dynamic and deadline-driven, with a balance of independent project work and collaborative teamwork.  

The successful candidate will have:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work cooperatively with other governmental and non-governmental agencies, industry, and the public.

• Experience in understanding and summarizing complex information and presenting it so that it is understandable to a general audience.

• Experience with standard office systems and software and database management.

• Experience in identifying and analyzing problems and recommending appropriate actions.

• The ability to maintain records and prepare reports with statistical information.

• Organizational and communication skills necessary to perform a broad range of tasks associated with the adjudication, administration, and oversight of land use authorizations.

Six months of experience at the entry level performing technical functions of natural resource management equivalent to a Natural Resource Technician 1, Forest Technician 3 or Environmental Technician 1 with the State of Alaska.

OR

Six months of clerical work experience equivalent to an Administrative Clerk 3 or Recorder 1 with the State of Alaska.

OR

16 semester hours or 24 quarter hours of college course work from an accredited institution.

OR

Any combination of the above where 3 semester hours or 4 quarter hours is equivalent to one month of experience.

NOTE: PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY

THIS RECRUITMENT IS FOR ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY

This recruitment is open to Alaska Residents only. Applicants must meet Alaska Residency Requirements to be considered for employment at this time.

At the time of application,the applicant must attach as individual documents the following items (If unable to attach documents, please fax or email the contact listed below):

• A complete chronological job history/resume showing all previous employment and any breaks in employment, including employer and supervisor contacts (names, addresses, and telephone numbers), dates of employment, your title, and a brief job description.

If selected for an interview, the applicant must provide the following:

• A copy of academic transcripts if education is used to meet the minimum qualifications for the job class.

• Copies of your last two performance appraisals, if available. If unavailable, two supervisory letters of recommendation may be substituted.

Application Notice

You can ONLY apply for this position through the Workplace Alaska website or a 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 apply successfully.

Instructions on how to apply with Workplace Alaska may be found on the Workplace Alaska "How to Apply" page. Your application must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. Alaska Standard Time on the closing date.

Supplemental Questions

This recruitment utilizes a supplemental questionnaire as part of the application process. These questions may be a mix of written, yes/no, multiple-choice, and select-all-that-apply questions.

The answers you provide to the questions will allow you to tell us about your experience and/or education. Responses 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.

A cover letter is NOT required for this position. Your complete application, including supplemental questions, will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process.

Education

If post-secondary education is required to meet the minimum qualifications, you must fill out the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the 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 the 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, job title, employment dates, and whether full or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine whether the responses are supported, and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the recruitment interview and selection phase.

Note: Attaching a resume is not an alternative to filling out the application entirely. Noting, "see resume" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination that your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.

Bargaining Unit

If you are a current state employee, please mark the union you are a member of at the time of application. Do not complete this question if you are not a current state employee.

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 465-4095 in Juneau or (907) 465-3412 (TTY) 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

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For specific information about this position, please get in touch with the hiring manager at the following:

Name: Ashley Ethridge

Title: Natural Resource Specialist 4

Phone: 907-269-8815

Email:   ashley.ethridge@alaska.gov