Office Assistant 1 (Pcn 11N25001)

This position is open to Alaska Residents only.

Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.

The Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Division of Wildlife Conservation is recruiting for an Office Assistant 1 located in Anchorage!

What you will be doing:

This position will provide front-line customer service at the Rabbit Creek Shooting Park (RCSP). Duties will include:

• Answer incoming calls and respond to requests for information regarding range hours and operation.

• Greet public range users and inform them of range safety rules.

• Direct range users to trained range staff with more in-depth questions.

• Operate cash register and credit card machine to collect fees.

• Stock and inventory office supplies.

Our organization, mission, and culture:

The mission of the Division of Wildlife Conservation (DWC) is to conserve and enhance Alaska's wildlife and habitats and to provide for a wide range of public uses and benefits. One of the primary benefits provided to the public by the DWC is hunting and harvest opportunity. The Rabbit Creek Shooting Park contributes to the Division's success by providing a safe location for hunters and target shooters alike, including instructor ranges and a classroom building where firearms safety and certification courses are offered.

The Division of Wildlife Conservation strives for a diverse and inclusive workforce where safety and wellbeing are paramount and employees at all levels promote a culture where everyone is valued, treated equitably, and treated respectfully.

Benefits of joining our team:

The Office Assistant 1 will be part of the Hunter Information & Training (HIT) Program team that works with an array of dedicated volunteers and private/agency firearms instructors to promote safe and enjoyable hunting and shooting experiences for the general public (all ages).

The working conditions you can expect:

The position is based at the Rabbit Creek Shooting Park, located in south Anchorage adjacent to the Anchorage Coastal Wildlife Refuge. The incumbent will be in contact daily with the public, volunteers, and ADF&G staff. This short-term, non-permanent position will be from July 1-September 29, with a normal shift of 10:00 am

• 6:00 pm on Wednesday

• Sunday.

Who we are looking for:

We are looking for someone with the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Experience working in a customer-service environment with strong interpersonal and customer-relations skills.

• Basic knowledge of cash registers, financial transactions, computers, and common business software.

• Strong understanding of firearms and ammunition, firearms safety, firearms maintenance, and hunting practices and culture.

To view the general description and example of duties for an Office Assistant 1 please go to the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs   

High school diploma or G.E.D.;

OR

Acceptance in full standing by an accredited college (this includes acceptance in a concurrent enrollment or dual enrollment program);

OR

A Career Readiness Certificate with ACT WorkKeys scores of skill level 3 or higher in: Graphic Literacy (formerly Locating Information), Applied Math, and Workplace Documents (formerly Reading for Information).

Special Note:

ACT WorkKeys skill testing and career readiness certification is available at the Department of Labor and Workforce Development's Alaska Job Centers.

"Acceptance in full standing" means acceptance to a post-secondary program by a college or university and does not require enrollment or participation in the program. This includes acceptance in a program offering college credits while in high school, or both high school and college credits, but does not include taking advanced placement courses in high school.

Some positions in this class require the incumbent operate a State vehicle. Such positions require the selected candidate possess a valid driver's license and be 18 years of age or older on or before the first day of employment.

THIS RECRUITMENT IS FOR ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY

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

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.

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.

If selected, please provide the following at the time of the interview:

• The names and phone numbers of three (3) professional/work-related references.

• Your last two performance evaluations or two letters of reference if evaluations are not available.

Special Note:

A valid driver's license is required.

FIREARMS

This position requires the use or possession of a firearm or ammunition. In accordance with the federal Omnibus Consolidated Appropriations Act of 1997 (PL 104-208), if you have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, you may not hold this position.

A "misdemeanor crime of domestic violence" is an offense that is (1) a misdemeanor under Federal or state law; and (2) has, as an element, the use or attempted use of physical force, or the threatened use of a deadly weapon, committed by a current or former spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim, by a person with whom the victim shares a child in common, by a person who is cohabiting with or has cohabited with the victim as a spouse, parent, or guardian, or by a person similarly situated to a spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim.

If you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, do NOT apply for this position.

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.

WORK EXPERIENCE

If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer 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.

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 recruitment.services@alaska.gov.

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For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager:

Ginamaria Smith

HIT Program Coordinator

Phone: 907-267-2196

Ginamaria.smith@alaska.gov