Human Resource Technician 2 (PCN 10-2252 +2)

The Department of Natural Resources Support Services Divisionis recruiting for multiple Human Resource Technician 2s in Juneau

This position is open to Alaska Residents only.

Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.

What You Will Be Doing:

In this role you will serve as a core payroll technician on the DNR Payroll Team responsible for the accurate and timely processing of personnel and payroll actions for the Department in full compliance with state and federal law Personnel Rules and multiple collective bargaining agreements. Your core responsibilities will include:

Mission and Values/Culture:

The Department of Natural Resources manages Alaskas natural resources in the best interest of Alaskans developing conserving and maximizing their use consistent with the public good. DNRs HR Payrollteam supports that mission by ensuring the people who carry it out are paid accurately treated fairly and backed by staff who are reliable and hold themselves to a high standard. Within Support Services we value professionalism collaboration and integrity.

We are building a team culture grounded in:

• Accountability:We own our work and our mistakes and focus quickly on lessons learned.
• Partnership: We build relationships across divisions and with statewide partners that make the work better for everyone.
• Technical excellence:We hold ourselves to a high standard because the employees we serve depend on it.
• Investment in people: A well-trained supported team delivers better outcomes for DNR and for Alaskans.

Benefits of Joining Our Team:

This is an opportunity to join a team proud of its work and the department it serves. DNRs reach spans nearly every corner of Alaska from state parks and forestry to oil and gas and agriculture and the HR team plays a direct role in supporting the people who carry that mission forward. We believe that taking care of our people starts with us and we are committed to building a workplace that is both professionally rewarding and personally sustainable. Some of what makes this team a great place to work:

• A genuine commitment to work-life balance and employee well-being.
• Meaningful connection to a department with a broad visible impact across Alaska.
• Exposure to varied HR functions with opportunities for professional growth and employee engagement.

Additionally this position comes with a comprehensive benefits package including paid leave retirement options and medical vision and dental plans all designed to support professionals both personally and professionally as they serve the public. Please see the Benefits tab for details.

The Working Environment You Can Expect:

This position is located at 400 Willoughby Avenue with dedicated employee parking where you will work as part of DNRs HR team under the direct supervision of the DNR Payroll Supervisor. The work is deadline-driven and technically demanding with seasonal surges that require reliability advance planning and composure under pressure and calls for consistent professionalism in every interaction with employees managers union representatives and statewide partners. You can expect:

• A collaborative solutions-focused HR team environment.
• Regular engagement with statewide DOA partners and DNR division leadership.
• A convenient downtown location with outdoor spaces for breaks and lunches and hybrid telework possibilities.

We are looking for a candidate who possesses the following position-specific competencies.

If you are ready to bring your payroll expertise and teamwork to our team we encourage you to apply!

To view the general description and examples of duties for this position please visit the Human Resource Technician 2 job class specification for more information.

Six months of entry technical level experience in human resource work equivalent to a Human Resource Technician 1 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent elsewhere.

Substitution:

Graduation from high school or the equivalent and one year of advanced clerical experience.

Substitution:

One year of postsecondary education (32 semester hours or 48 quarter hours from an accredited college or university equals one year) in any field.

Special Note:

High school graduation equivalent means one of the following: 1) a G.E.D (i.e. passing the General Educational Development test).; 2) completion of any basic adult education course of 480 class hours (16 weeks at 30 hours per week); 3) six months of work experience performing duties related to office or clerical support; 4) twelve months of work experience involving some routine tasks related to office or clerical support; 5) highest grade of school completed plus any kind of work experience that totals 12 years or more; or 6) acceptance for admission in full standing by an accredited college or university.

Human resource work includes experience in recruitment and selection classification employee training employer provided benefits programs employment law compliance personnel payroll or employee or labor relations.

** Please read the information below carefully. **

SPECIAL NOTICE

The State of Alaska is realigning payroll services by decentralizing payroll functions for seven (7) departments including the Department of Natural Resources. The incumbent of this position will initially be appointed in the Department of Administration Division of Finance and may initially be located within the Department of Administration. The position will transfer effective July 1 2026.

At the time of the interviewplease ensure that you provide the following materials. Failure to do so may result in loss of consideration. Required documents include:

Application Notice

How to Apply webpage. Your application must be received by 5:00 p.m. Alaska Standard Time on the closing date.

Supplemental Questions

For your application to be evaluated you must answer the Supplemental Questions. The State of Alaska (SOA) uses four proficiency levels to measure and describe an applicants competence in applying specific behaviors knowledge skills and abilities to accomplish a specific task. The four proficiency levels are Mastery Fluency Literacy and Discovery. You must rate your proficiency level for each competency listed in the supplemental questions.

Education

If post-secondary education is required to meet the minimum qualifications you must fill out the Education section of the application. If you have not yet obtained a degree please indicate the units you have completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials if used to meet the minimum qualifications for a position.

Special Instructions for Foreign Education

Education completed at foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the minimum qualifications listed above. If using this education to meet minimum qualification requirements you must demonstrate that the credentials have been submitted to a private organization specializing in interpreting foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed at least equivalent to that gained in standard U.S. education programs. Alternatively an accredited U.S. post-secondary institution must report that the other institutions transcript is given full value or that full value is recognized in relevant subject areas aligned with the post-secondary institutions curricula. It is your responsibility to provide this evidence when applying.

Work Experience

If using work experience not already documented in your application also provide the employers name job title employment dates and whether full or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine whether the responses are supported and whether the minimum qualifications are met. If they are not the applicant may not advance to the recruitment interview and selection phase.

Note: Attaching a resume does not substitute for completing the application in full. Noting see resume or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination that your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.

Bargaining Unit

If you are acurrent state employee please indicate the union to which you belong at the time of application. Do not complete this question if you are not a current state employee.

Multiple Vacancies

This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The Department of Natural Resources may use the applicant pool acquired during this recruitment for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes.

Please ensure your application (through work history training education licenses certifications etc.) supports/demonstrates that you possess the minimum required competencies for the job class.

EEO STATEMENT
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For specific information about this position please get in touch with the hiring manager at the following:

Angelica Johanson

Human Resource Business Partner

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