Boat Officer 1

Job Title This recruitment is open to Alaska Residents only. Applicants must meet Alaska Residency Requirements in order to be considered for employment at this time. Job Description This position is part of the Division of Alaska Wildlife Troopers, and the incumbent of this position will serve as a deckhand onboard the P/V Stimson, a 156-foot patrol vessel in Kodiak. The Boat Officer I assists in operation and maintenance of the vessel including skiff and outboards. This position performs a full range of duties including: working as a deck hand, procurement, meal planning and preparation, operation of the deck crane, and assisting with maintenance of vessel machinery. The Department of Public Safety strives to preserve peace, enforce the law, prevent and detect crime, and protect life and property. All positions support or carry out the Department's mission. The Alaska Wildlife Troopers are responsible for the statewide patrol of commercial big game services, commercial fisheries, sport fishing, sport fish guiding, hunting, trapping, boating safety and safe-guarding habitat. You are joining a team committed to public safety through public service. This is an exciting career opportunity that provides a stable job in the marine environment, in which you can experience working in the outdoors, serving the public, and protecting Alaska's resources for generations to come. This position is in the Alaska Wildlife Trooper/State Trooper building in Kodiak, which features ample and easily accessible parking. Boat Officers work on the vessel to conduct routine maintenance at the dock and in town while not underway. When the vessel is underway crew conducts commercial fishing patrol and gear inspection, along with responding to emergency calls for service. Qualifications Knowledge of deck procedures, line handling, operation of deck and ground tackle equipment, skiff handling, operation of marine radio and auto pilot and commercial fishing techniques and practices. Working knowledge of routine maintenance of vessel/equipment and use of mechanical and carpentry tools. Working knowledge of basic food planning, preparation, and cooking. Ability to perform heavy labor and lifting and to operate equipment and use tools safely. Skill in the use of various portable and fixed machine and hand tools and carry out oral and written instructions. Minimum Qualifications Six months of work experience as a crewmember on a marine vessel, handling gear and other equipment, performing wheel watch, handling lines, performing basic maintenance, or preparing food. Special Note: Must possess or have the ability to obtain an Ordinary Seaman Merchant Mariners Document. Must have the physical capacity for arduous work and extended time at sea. Successful candidates must obtain an Ordinary Seaman Merchant Mariners Document before completing the probationary period. Desirable Qualification: A U.S. Coast Guard Operator or Engineer license is highly desirable. An Able Seaman (AB) Merchant Mariner Document (any grade) is desirable. Additional Required Information A cover letter is NOT required for this position. Your complete application will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process. 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. This position requires the incumbent to submit to a fingerprint based criminal history background check. Due to the sensitive nature of this position, and required access to APSIN, an applicant with criminal convictions will not move forward in the selection process. The successful candidate will be required to read, understand, and agree to via signature, an agreement of confidentiality concerning the work commonly encountered within the Department of Public Safety to qualify for this position. 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). Applications will be reviewed to determine if minimum qualifications are met. Therefore, all work experiences the applicant is using to meet minimum qualifications for this position must be documented in the application package. Please include the employer's name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether the employment was full or part-time. Contact Information For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring managers: Rachael Richardson Administrative Assistant 2 Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io View email address on click.appcast.io Benefits 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. Insurance Benefits Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental 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 Paid Leave & Other Benefits Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served Twelve (12) paid holidays a year Alaska Staffing