Transportation Planner 1 (Pcn: 250143)

Job Description

RECRUITMENT EXTENSION NOTICE

The recruitment period for this vacancy has been extended to allow for a larger applicant pool. If you have already applied there is no need to reapply.

ATTENTION ALL ALASKA RESIDENTS!

The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) Program Management and Administration is looking for a Transportation Planner 1 (STIP Coordinator) to help us Keep Alaska Moving!

What you will be doing:

The incumbent of this position specializes in the federally required multimodal Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP). As the STIP Coordinator, the incumbent must exercise discretion, good judgment, and sound interpretation of planning policies, statutes and regulations. The incumbent must develop a comprehensive understanding of the relationship among the department's capital budget, STIP, federal funding for the STIP, planning organizations involved with the STIP, and be responsible for ensuring the STIP adheres to state statutes and federal requirements. The incumbent recommends whether or not the department can self-certify that the STIP and STIP modifications meet all federal and state requirements. Also, the incumbent manages the STIP project data, performing regular quality assurance and control procedures to ensure data integrity at all times.

Our organization, mission, and culture:

The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) has over 3000 employees, oversees 237 airports, 9 ferries serving 33 communities, over 5,600 miles of highway and 839 public facilities throughout the state. We keep Alaska moving through service and infrastructure. The Division of Program Development and Statewide Planning looks to, "Optimize the state investment in transportation and meet Federal requirements through effective planning and programming." The Division values service-minded professionals capable of supporting the work done by the Department's filed offices and interacting with the public.

The benefits of joining our team:

DOT&PF supports a robust training curriculum and we are committed to your advancement as a professional. In addition, the incumbent will have opportunities to attend trainings hosted by federal agencies and national organizations. The incumbent will be contributing to real infrastructure improvement projects that help keep Alaskans moving. For the appropriate incumbent a hybrid telework schedule and flexible work schedule will be available after an initial probationary period.

The working environment you can expect:

This position is located in the DOT&PF Headquarters in Juneau, at the 3-mile building on Channel Drive, in a comfortable office environment. Ample parking is provided as well as great break time walking with beautiful channel views. Microsoft Teams is currently being utilized in lieu of many in-person meetings for peer-to-peer communications and staff meetings.

Who we are looking for:

We are looking for someone with the following competencies:

• Analysis and Assessment: Uses information technology in accessing, collecting, analyzing, maintaining, and disseminating data and information. While able to write in a clear, concise, organized, and convincing manner for the intended audience.

• Technical Competence: Uses knowledge that is acquired through formal training or extensive on-the-job experience to perform one's job; works with, understands, and evaluates technical information related to the job; advises others on technical issues.

• Compliance: Knowledge of procedures for assessing, evaluating, and monitoring programs or projects for compliance with State and federal laws, regulations, and guidance.

• Financial Management: Prepares, justifies, and/or administers the budget for program areas; plans, administers, and monitors expenditures to ensure cost-effective support of programs and policies; assesses financial condition of an organization.

• Planning and Evaluating: Organizes work, sets priorities, and determines resource requirements; determines short- or long-term goals and strategies to achieve them; coordinates with other organizations or parts of the organization to accomplish goals; monitors progress and evaluates outcomes.

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

Any combination of education, certification, and/or experience that provides the applicant with competencies in:

• Budget Administration: Knowledge of the principles and practices of budget administration and analysis; including preparing, justifying, reporting on, and executing the budget; and the relationships among program, budget, accounting, and reporting systems.

• External Awareness: Understands and keeps up-to-date on local, national, and international policies and trends that affect the organization and shape stakeholders' views; is aware of the organization's impact on the external environment.

• Landscape Architecture: Knowledge of the concepts, theories, and practices used in the planning, designing, construction, and adaptation of outdoor features, taking into consideration recreation planning, requirements, aesthetic value, and compatibility with other developments and resources.

• Transportation: Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including costs and limits.

• Transportation Engineering: Knowledge of the concepts, principles, theories, and methods applicable to planning, designing, and constructing of transportation systems including traffic analysis, signal analysis, highway capacity, pavement design, bridge construction, planning of transportation projects, environmental analysis of transportation facilities, and transportation network analysis.

Equivalent to those typically gained by:

Post-secondary education in urban, regional, transportation, or landscape planning;

AND/OR

Experience, which involves some combination of the design of research projects, setting standards for technical adequacy, and/or coordinating the planning contributions of lower level planners or other agencies, in environmental, transportation, or community development; architecture; civil engineering; landscape architecture; urban design; historic preservation; geography; geographic information systems; housing administration; grant administration; accounting; business management; or research.

Additional Required Information

NOTE: PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY

At time of interview, applicants are requested to submit (if not already attached to your application):

• Three professional references, one of which should be from a former or current supervisor.

• Two most recent performance evaluations. If recent performance evaluations are unavailable, please provide two professional letters of reference.

• Transcripts if using education to meet the Minimum Qualifications.

RECRUITMENT SCOPE ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY

Please be sure to check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.

LEGAL EMPLOYMENT

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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 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.

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/

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.

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Contact Information

For specific information about this position, please contact the hiring manager at the following:

Name: Adam Moser, Program Development Chief

Email: adam.moser@alaska.gov

Careers with the State of Alaska offer MANY benefits

The following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the State of Alaska. Actual benefits received may differ by bargaining unit or branch of government, position type, or be prorated for other than full time work.

For a quick breakdown of the insurance, health, and retirement benefits available for State Employees you can view an orientation video from Division of Retirement and Benefits. (Please note this video is specifically designed for new State Employees.)

Insurance Benefits

• Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental

• The following employee groups are under AlaskaCare Benefits administered by the State: See https://drb.alaska.gov/help/plans.html for additional information.

• AVTEC

• Confidential

• Correctional Officers

• Marine Engineers

• Mt. Edgecumbe Teachers

• Supervisory

• Unlicensed Vessel Personnel/Inland Boatman's Union

• Exempt employees (not covered by collective bargaining)

The following employee groups are covered by Union health trusts. Contact the appropriate Union for additional information.

• General Government

• Labor, Trades and Crafts

• Public Safety Employees Association

• Masters, Mates & Pilots

Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit)

Optional Insurance Benefits

• Group-based insurance premiums for

• Term life (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents)

• Long-term and short-term disability

• Accidental Death and Dismemberment

• Long-term care (self and eligible family members)

• Supplemental Survivor Benefits

Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses

Retirement Benefits

• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Teachers' Retirement System (TRS)

• Matching employer contribution into a defined contribution program (new employees)

• Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program (current employees)

• Contributions to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan in lieu of contributions to Social Security

• Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Program

• Note: The Defined Contribution Plan, Supplemental Annuity Plan and Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment options

See https://drb.alaska.gov/retiree/ for additional information

Paid Leave & Other Benefits

• Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served

• Eleven paid holidays a year

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Please explain in detail your experience creating and using Excel spreadsheets, e.g, your experience drafting worksheets, creating and using pivot tables, and use of the VLOOKUP function.

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Please provide an example of how you obtained and deployed a new technical competence in the workplace. How did your technical expertise benefit the organization you worked for?

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Please explain in detail your experience working on issues related to financial management, including monitoring expenditures, and assessing the overall financial condition of a program or organization.

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Please explain in detail your experience using information technology to access, collect, analyze, maintain, and disseminate data and information.

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Please explain your experience ensuring compliance with state, federal, or other requirements. Specifically, have you had experience fulfilling requirements for public involvement or public engagement with official documents? What are some best practices that you bring to ensuring compliance with regulations?

Required Question

Agency State of Alaska

Address PO Box 110201

Juneau, Alaska, 99811

Phone (800) 587-0430 (Statewide toll-free number)

(907) 465-4095 (Juneau and out-of-state callers)

Website http://workplace.alaska.gov/