IT Client Support Specialist 3

IT Client Support Specialist 3

The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF), Program Management and Administration is looking for a long-term nonpermanent IT Client Support Specialist 3 to help us Keep Alaska Moving!

Pay is based on the location of the selected applicant; salaries will be discussed at the time of the interview.

Ketchikan: $2,646.00/ Bi-weekly

Juneau: $2,778.00/ Bi-weekly

This position will:

• Play a key role in designing, maintaining, and troubleshooting the State of Alaska's computer systems and network infrastructure (LAN/WAN).
• Provide hands-on and remote technical support to end-users, helping to resolve a wide range of IT issues efficiently.
• Collaborate with multiple departments to ensure systems run smoothly, securely, and in alignment with agency goals.
• Take part in network planning and system upgrades, contributing to the continuous improvement of our IT environment.
• Serve as a helpdesk triage expert, helping guide frontline support and ensuring issues are resolved or escalated appropriately.

The State of Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities' mission is to Keep Alaska Moving. 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. We are working toward a modern, adaptable, flexible transportation system that will be resilient as we tackle our challenges. We believe collaboration, communication, and coordination increase our ability to succeed. Creating teams that are focused on results, working together, and leveraging resources across our department, with community and private sector partnerships, increases our ability to accomplish our mission and serve Alaskans. The DOT&PF core values are integrity, excellence, and respect. We support an environment focused on teamwork and collaboration to achieve results. We succeed in achieving our transportation mission through building credibility with our customers, stakeholders, and the public.

Joining the Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (DOT&PF) offers an array of benefits, with career growth opportunities at the forefront. As an integral part of Alaska's infrastructure development and maintenance, DOT&PF provides employees with a dynamic and diverse work environment where they can continually enhance their skills and climb the career ladder. The department values professional development, offering training programs and mentorship opportunities to help individuals expand their expertise and advance in their chosen fields. With the vast and unique challenges of Alaska's geography and climate, employees can work on groundbreaking projects that contribute to the state's growth, making the DOT&PF an ideal choice for those seeking a fulfilling and evolving career in transportation and public facilities.

The position may be located in Juneau or Ketchikan. Once hired and trained, and with supervisor approval, this position is appropriate for part-time in-state teleworking.

Working at the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) offers a uniquely challenging and rewarding environment. With Alaska's diverse and expansive terrain, coupled with its extreme weather conditions, employees of the DOT&PF can work in various locations, including remote locations and urban centers, addressing a wide range of transportation needs. Their roles demand adaptability and resourcefulness as they maintain and improve roads, bridges, airports, ports, and public facilities in a state known for rugged terrain and extreme seasonal changes. This work not only presents professionals with a range of fascinating challenges but also allows them to contribute to developing and maintaining critical infrastructure against the backdrop of Alaska's breathtaking natural beauty, reflecting a strong commitment to safety and environmental responsibility.

We are interested in candidates who possess some or all of the following position specific competencies:

• Configuration Management: Knowledge of the principles and methods for planning or managing the implementation, update, or integration of information systems components.
• Technology Application: Uses machines, tools, instruments, or equipment effectively; uses computers and computer applications to analyze and communicate information in the appropriate format.
• Technical Documentation: Knowledge of procedures for developing technical and operational support documentation.

To view the general description and example of duties for positions please go to the following link:

Special Note:

• Valid Driver's License is required.
• The incumbent will need a Transportation Worker´s Identification Card (TWIC), which requires a background check in order to work in restricted areas on the ferries. After conditional job offer, the background check will be performed. Information about the TWIC can be found on the TWIC information web site link, or call the TWIC help desk at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

To be successful in this position, the selected applicant will possess the following core competencies:

• Customer Service: Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside State government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services.
• Information Assurance: Knowledge of methods and procedures to protect information systems and data by ensuring their availability, authentication, confidentiality, and integrity.
• Systems Integration: Knowledge of the principles, methods, and procedures for installing, integrating, and optimizing information systems components.
• Technical Problem Solving: Troubleshoots, diagnoses, analyzes, and identifies system malfunctions to determine the source and cause of the problem.

Equivalent to those typically gained by:

Training and experience in installing new computers, printers, and other peripheral devices; loading and troubleshooting software and hardware systems; maintaining security software; and configuring network settings for workstations.

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

• Three (3) professional references, one of which should be from a former or current supervisor, including name, job title, and current phone numbers.
• Two most recent performance evaluations. If recent performance evaluations are unavailable, please provide two professional letters of reference.

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

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS 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.

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.

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