ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN III - Range 14 / AMEA Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/moa/jobs/newprint/4777024) Apply ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN III - Range 14 / AMEA Salary$30.11 - $38.50 HourlyLocation 3000 Arctic Blvd., AKJob TypeRegularJob Number2024-01140DepartmentAnchorage Water & Wastewater UtilityDivisionAWWU PlanningOpening Date01/03/2025Closing Date1/19/2025 5:00 PM Alaska
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Job InformationOpen to the general public and any current Municipal employee.This position is represented by the Anchorage Municipal Employee Association (AMEA) and is subject to the provisions of the current agreement between the Municipality of Anchorage and the Union.DEPARTMENT: Anchorage Water & Wastewater UtilityHOURS OF WORK: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pmLOCATION: 3000 Arctic BoulevardRemote work schedule opportunities (telecommuting) may be considered after successful completion of probation, at the discretion of management and with the approval of the department head. Not all positions are eligible for remote work (telecommuting) per P&P 40-40.Example of DutiesUnder general supervision, perform paraprofessional work to include: administer and execute Anchorage Water and Wastewater Utility's (AWWU) real estate management, functions including, but limited to, acquiring or relinquishing property under AWWU Management Authority, platting action coordination, platting and zoning reviews, evaluate encroachment requests, AWWU property management and leasing, easement research, review proposals and prepare comments for land use changes, and manage and load information into AWWU databases. Review civil design documents and record drawings. Address public inquiries via customer service counter, phone, email, memorandum, letter correspondence, facsimile etc. Technical support includes data research and collection; fact finding; preparing of graphic and design illustrations; preparing work products (e.g. letters, memos, agreements, legal descriptions, reports); performing calculations; preparing graphic presentations; conducting peer reviews of draft work products. Mentor AWWU or other Planning Section positions addressing AWWU real estate management and functions or other Planning functions. Assist in the administering and executing Other Agency Projects Program by conducting pre-construction, construction, and post-construction inspections of water and sanitary sewer facilities. Perform other require duties as required.Minimum Qualifications / Substitutions / PreferencesHigh school diploma, GED, or equivalent, and five (5) years of experience in one or more of the following fields: drafting, surveying, inspection, materials testing, plan review, permitting, computerized mapping, computer assisted design (CAD), traffic signal control, and/or code enforcement, and at least one (1) year of which must have been at the Engineering Technician II level with Municipality or equivalent elsewhere.ORAssociate’s degree in Engineering, Geomatics, Construction Management, Computer Assisted Design (CAD), or a discipline specific to the department, and three (3) years of experience in one or more of the following fields: drafting, surveying, inspection, materials testing, plan review, permitting, computerized mapping, computer assisted design CAD), traffic signal control and/or code enforcement and at least one (1) year of which must have been at the Engineering Technician II level with the Municipality or the equivalent elsewhere.ORBachelor’s degree in Engineering, Geomatics, Construction Management, or a discipline specific to the department, and one (1) year of experience at the Engineering Technician II level with the Municipality or the equivalent elsewhere.Must possess and/or obtain:Satisfactory background check which includes criminal, education, and employment history. Valid State of Alaska Driver's License with satisfactory driving record.Additional Important InformationPreference will be given to Anchorage Municipal Employees Association (AMEA) employees. AMEA employees who are successful in the screening process will be forwarded to the department for consideration prior to any non-AMEA applicants.Participates in major emergencies or disasters as outlined in AWWU’s disaster plan matrix, which defines each employee’s potential duties and responsibilities. This may include 12-hour work shifts, which may continue for 72 hours or more starting at any time an event might occur, 7 days a week, 24 hours per day.The Municipality of Anchorage participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-verify Program. For more information, please go to http://www.uscis.gov/E-verify . E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.If selected for hire, the appointment in this position will be conditional based upon a satisfactory Municipal Employment Office conducted Background Check. A Background Check encompasses criminal history, verifying education, and verifying dates of employment.If selected for hire, appointment in this position will be conditional based upon the submission of a current copy of the applicant's Alaska Driver's License, and a current (dated within 30 days from date requested) copy of his/her Department of Motor Vehicle driving record, including a driving record from previous states, if the Alaska Driver's License was first issued within one year prior to application, documenting an acceptable driving history. The processing fee(s) are the responsibility of the selected applicant. For information on acceptable driving history, please refer to the MOA Driving Conviction Guidelines. (http://www.muni.org/Departments/employeerelations/Documents/DrivingConvictionsGuidelines.pdf) (Download PDF reader)All required certifications and/or licenses must remain current for the duration of employment.Military Service Interview PreferenceVeterans who wish to be considered for interview preference, as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D, must attach to the application a copy of their DD Form 214, DD Form 256, NGB Form 22, or a letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs, recognizing the person as a veteran. The attached documentation must show an honorable discharge or general (under honorable conditions) discharge. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.Individuals currently serving as a member in good standing in the National Guard or the organized military reserves who wish to be considered for interview preference, as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D, must attach proof of current service to the application. Proof of current service can be shown by submission of a statement of service which, at a minimum, shows the full name, date of birth, Social Security Number, date service began, branch of service, rank, name of command providing the information, and unit of assignment. The statement of service must be on a form or letterhead of the individual’s command organization, and shows the name, signature, title, and contact information of the signer providing the statement of service. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.The Municipality of Anchorage is an Employer of National Service. Please be sure to include any volunteer work with AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, or other national service programs on your application in the work history portion.Application Process Once an applicant selects on the "Apply" link underneath the header section of a vacancy announcement, they will be directed to the www.GovernmentJobs.com website to log into their existing account (or to create an account) of their application profile. Applicants will create or review their profile, make any updates necessary, and submit their application from their personal account.NOTE: The GovernmentJobs website and applicant's profile accounts are not administered by the Municipality of Anchorage. For technical assistance or customer service regarding an account profile, applicants may contact the GovernmentJobs customer support line at 1-855-524-5627. For general questions regarding Municipal vacancy announcements or the employment process with the Municipality of Anchorage, applicants may contact the Employee Relations Department at 907-343-4442 during regular business hours of Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Alaska Standard Time.The MOA is an EO and AA Employer and complies with Title I of the ADA. For information regarding requests for reasonable accommodations related to employment under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Municipality of Anchorage ADA Coordinator at 907-343-4571.The Municipality of Anchorage (MOA) offers a competitive benefits package to eligible employees that may include:Health / Medical Benefits:
Medical/Dental/Vision/Audio
Life Insurance
Dependent Life Insurance
Short Term Disability
Long Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts – Health and Dependent Care
Health Savings Accounts
Retirement:
State of Alaska Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) Program
401(k) and 457 Savings Plans
Employer Paid Benefits:
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Leave Plan
11 Paid Holidays
For an overview of our medical benefit package go to http://www.muni.org/Departments/employeerelations/Pages/BenefitsSummaries (http://www.muni.org/Departments/employeerelations/Pages/BenefitsSummaries.aspx) .01 In order to be considered, applicants must provide accurate and complete education and work history information in its entirety. The referenced information listed on the online application will be used to determine the applicant's qualifications toward meeting the minimum requirements for the position (e.g., if you list that you have 6 years of experience in a certain field, that experience must be easily identifiable on the 'Work Experience' section of your application). Attaching a resume is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume" or any similar comment on any portion of your application may lead to you being disqualified for the position. If the experience you reference in the below questions is not clearly included and described in your Work History section, your application will be considered not qualified for this position and you may be removed from consideration.Do you understand, in order to be considered for this position, accurate and complete education and work history information must be provided?
Yes
No
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Are you a current Municipal employee?
Yes
No
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Are you affiliated with the Anchorage Municipal Employees Association (AMEA) Union?
Yes
No
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Which best describes your completed level of education?
None / Less than high school
High school diploma / GED / Equivalent
Associate’s degree in Engineering, Geomatics, Construction Management, Computer Assisted Design (CAD), or a discipline specific to the department
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Geomatics, Construction Management, or a discipline specific to the department
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Which best describes your experience in one or more of the following fields: drafting, surveying, inspection, materials testing, plan review, permitting, computerized mapping, computer assisted design (CAD), traffic signal control, and/or code enforcement?
None - less than 1 year
1 year - less than 3 years
3 years - less than 5 years
5 years or more
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Which best describes your experience as an Engineering Technician II level with Municipality or equivalent elsewhere?
None - less than 1 year
1 year or more
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Do you have a valid State of Alaska Driver's License or can obtain one by the time of hire?
Yes
No
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AgencyMunicipality of AnchorageAddress632 W 6th Avenue, Suite 605 Anchorage, Alaska, 99501 Phone(907) 343-4442 Websitehttp://www.muni.org/jol Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email