Employment Security Analyst 2

Employment Security Analyst 2ATTENTION ALASKA RESIDENTS! The Department of Labor and Workforce Development, Division of Employment and Training Services, is recruiting for an Employment Security Analyst 2 located in Juneau! No Cover Letter Required! This position is in the General Government Unit (GGU) at a Range 17.What You Will Be Doing: You will be working with a team in the Employment and Training Technical Unit (ETTU) to ensure excellence in Alaska's delivery of employment and training services described in the federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and other statewide programs, with a primary focus on Data Validation. You will have opportunities to build and use skills in interpreting and summarizing federal guidance to support statewide job center staff. Imagine the rewards you will feel as you are applying your investigative and analytical abilities by conducting research, analyzing interesting data, building relationships with colleagues and agency staff, and discovering new information on the division's many programs all to support your fellow Alaskans in their endeavors for a better lifestyle through meaningful employment. You will also be able to use and build on your skills as a trainer and developer by creating resources, forms, and guidance, on a variety of platforms. The work is fast-paced, ever-changing, and challenging, performed both independently and as part of a high-level team.Our Mission, Values, and Culture: The Division of Employment and Training Services (DETS) works with business and industry to build a trained and prepared workforce by providing labor exchange, employment and training services, and unemployment insurance to Alaskans and Alaska employers, thereby advancing opportunities for employment and economic stability for communities in Alaska. The ETTU oversees and coordinates many employment and training programs and ensures compliance with state and federal directives, and your work as an Employment Security Analyst will pave the path for many Alaskans to train for better job opportunities and for Alaskan employers and job seekers to connect successfully. The ETTU provides the primary and highest level of technical support and troubleshooting for the Workforce Development and Workforce Services programs in the areas of project/program management, compliance, planning, analysis, training, service delivery, corrective action, and evaluation of program improvements.Benefits of Joining Our Team: Working as an analyst in employment and training programs will give you the opportunity to delve into and absorb the complexities of program requirements, build your skills as a technical support expert, and communicate with a wide range of professionals including Data Processing, job center and other state staff, and program stakeholders. Outstanding work at this level looks great on your resume and positions you for upper-management jobs with the state and other organizations. Your contribution to this team will be integral to ensuring Alaskans can select a variety of services and benefits while balancing performance and data management. We provide a competitive benefit package and job stability, including the option for flexible/hybrid telework after passing probation.The Working Environment You Can Expect: This position is housed at the ETTU office in the Juneau Labor Building, which enjoys sweeping channel views, ample free parking, and proximity to downtown walking, coffee, dining, and shopping opportunities. The environment is professional and respectful, but camaraderie and frequent laughter are also encouraged and appreciated. This position may require travel within the state annually or semiannually.Who We Are Looking For: We are interested in candidates who possess some or all of the following position specific competencies:Self-Management: Sets well-defined and realistic goals; displays a high level of initiative, effort, organization, and commitment towards completing assignments in a timely manner, with or without supervision; is motivated to achieve; demonstrates responsible behavior.Adaptability: Adjusts planned work by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to analyze and solve problems to address multiple demands and competing priorities in a changing environment.Research: Knowledge of the scientific principles, methods, and processes used to conduct a systematic and objective inquiry; including study design, collection, analysis, and interpretation of data; and the reporting of results.Minimum Qualifications: Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the applicant with the competencies in:Problem Solving: Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.Reading: Understands and interprets written material, including technical material, rules, regulations, instructions, reports, charts, graphs, or tables; applies what is learned from written material to specific situations.Reasoning: Identifies rules, principles, or relationships that explain facts, data, or other information; analyzes information and makes correct inferences or draws accurate conclusions.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.Writing: Recognizes or uses correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling; communicates information (for example, facts, ideas, or messages) in a brief, clear, and organized manner; produces written information, which may include technical material, that is appropriate for the intended audience.Equivalent to those typically gained by: Any combination of progressively responsible experience in employment or eligibility services; conducting research and analysis; applying laws, rules, policies, and procedures; performing technical editing/and or developing standards, methods, policies and procedures; monitoring program activities and take corrective action when necessary; making eligibility determinations; calculating costs, refunds, taxes, or benefits; providing written explanations, summaries, reports, or correspondence; and/or locating and inputting information into data systems such as reservation, ticketing, or application systems.Additional Required Information: 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. For your application to be evaluated you must answer the Supplemental Questions. The State of Alaska (SOA) uses four levels of proficiency to measure and describe an applicant's level of competence in applying certain behaviors, knowledge, skills, and abilities to accomplish a specific task. The four proficiency levels are: Mastery, Fluency, Literacy, and Discovery. You will need to rate your proficiency level for each competency listed in the supplemental questions.Documents Required at the Time of Interview:A list of three (3) professional references, one of which should be your most recent supervisor, including name, job title, employer, and current phone number(s).A copy of your last two (2) performance evaluations, or two (2) current (within the past six [6] months) letters of reference/recommendation if evaluations are unavailable.Copies of academic transcripts to verify post-secondary education, if used to meet minimum qualifications (Unofficial transcripts are acceptable with the name of the institution clearly visible).Your interview may be followed by a research and writing assignment, and/or Microsoft Excel activity of up to one hour.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.Application Notice: You can ONLY apply for this position through Workplace Alaska website or via hardcopy (paper) 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" page.Omission of any required documentation listed will result in an incomplete application and you will not receive further consideration. If you're experiencing problems attaching to your application, or if you simply had forgotten, you may email it to the contact provided below before 5:00 pm of the closing date. Any documents submitted after the posting has closed will not be considered.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 must be attached at the time of application or submitted to the contact information below prior to the close of recruitment. If you're unable to attach to your application, email it to the contact provided in the job posting. If email is not an option, please call the contact person to obtain a fax number.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