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What you will be doing...
The Department of Fish and Game, Commercial Fisheries Division is seeking to hire a 3.5-month seasonal Fish and Wildlife Technician 2 to serve as a port sampler from May 31st to September 15th. This position may continue to be active through September 20th, depending on the dynamics of the fisheries. The person filling this position will collect biological samples from commercially harvested salmon and Dungeness crab in Sitka. The selected candidate will develop a working knowledge of the port sampling program in the Sitka management area. The technician in this port sampling position will work at least 7.5 hours per day, 5 days a week (with potential opportunities for overtime) in the seafood processing plants and docks in Sitka and may have the opportunity to collect samples onboard a tender vessel on the fishing grounds. The technician will be required to interact with commercial fishermen, processing plant workers and other ADF&G staff. The position will be responsible for interviewing permit holders and recording information, collecting biological samples such as scales and tissue, safe handling and identifying all five species of pacific salmon in their ocean bright condition. Their work will be directed by the Sitka Port Sampling Supervisor, a crew leader, or the Regional Port Sampling Supervisor. Attention to detail is a requirement.
Our organization, mission, and culture:
The Alaska Department of Fish & Game strives for a diverse and inclusive workforce where safety and wellbeing are paramount and employees at all levels promote a culture where everyone is valued, treated equitably, and treated respectfully.
The mission of the Division of Commercial Fisheries is to manage subsistence, commercial, and personal use fisheries in the interest of the economy and general wellbeing of the citizens of the state, consistent with the sustained yield principle, and subject to allocations through public regulatory processes. The Division’s core service is to ensure the conservation of natural stocks of fish, shellfish and aquatic plants based on scientifically sound assessments.
This port sampling position assists in the collection of biological data from commercial salmon and shellfish landings. Data collections may include coded wire tags, fishery performance, pink sex ratios, age-length data, otoliths, genetic samples, morphometric and other biological data as directed. This information is used directly to manage State of Alaska fisheries. Some of our work is conducted as part of the Pacific Salmon Treaty and is considered the foundation on which the salmon management of Southeast Alaska is built.
Benefits of joining our team:
The State of Alaska is an excellent employer that offers benefits, including medical and accruement of leave. These positions are considered entry level and many of the biologists and managers that are currently with the Alaska Department of Fish and Game started as a port samplers themselves.
The working conditions you can expect:
The work is performed at the commercial fish processing plants in Sitka, on docks in often cold and wet conditions. There is also the option for periodically working on fish tender vessels on the fishing grounds ranging in time from a few days to a week-long in duration. Multiple sampling programs are involved, and several different sampling forms must be filled out correctly. Most of the data is entered into electronic tablets in sampling applications, therefore proficiency using electronics is ideal. This position requires the ability to work a flexible schedule that will be dependent on commercial fishery openings, closures, vessel and seafood processing dynamics.
We are looking for a candidate that possesses some or all of the following position-specific competencies (If you have any experience with the following, please document these in your application and supplemental questions):
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule that will be dependent on commercial fishery openers and closures.
• Ability to identify Pacific Salmon to species in ocean bright condition.
To view the general description and example of duties for a Fish and Wildlife Technician 2 please go to the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs
Special Note:
• A valid driver's license is required.
• This position requires the ability to repetitively lift fish and gear up to 50 pounds and work on the docks and in processors in inclement weather.
• This position requires the ability to work in cold, wet, and loud conditions inside and on the docks of a processing plant that at times will require standing while working in one place for extended periods of time.
High school graduation or the equivalent.
OR
Three months as an entry level fish and wildlife technician or aide. With the State of Alaska, this experience is equivalent to Fish and Wildlife Technician 1.
OR
Six months of work experience involving fish, wildlife, outdoor manual labor, or in a laboratory.
Special Requirements:
Exposure to animals, insects, inclement weather, low level flying, travel by boat or skiff, or contact with drugs and chemicals may occur. Housing may consist of bunkhouses, vessels, or wall tents. Some duties may be restricted for employees under the age of 18 in accordance with State and federal child labor laws. Positions are seasonal or temporary.
Special Note:
"High school diploma equivalent" means one of the following: 1) a GED (general educational development); 2) completion of any basic adult education course equivalent to 480 class hours (16 weeks at 30 course hours per week); 3) acceptance in full standing by an accredited college or university; or 4) highest grade of school completed plus an amount of paid or volunteer experience that totals 12 years.
An individual who will complete the educational requirements and obtain the required high school diploma or equivalent within three months may apply and be considered for a vacancy. Such applicants may be given a conditional job offer but may not be appointed until receipt of the required degree has been documented.
A cover letter is NOT required for this position. Your complete application, including supplemental questions, will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
If selected, please provide the following at the time of the interview:
• List of three (3) professional references with current contact information, including daytime phone numbers.
ONGOING POSTING NOTICE
The applicant pool(s) for this position will be reviewed regularly for qualified applicants. This recruitment may be closed early if a qualified applicant is found before the closing date. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure consideration.
WORK EXPERIENCE
If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer 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.
MULTIPLE VACANCIES
This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies.
EEO STATEMENT
The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.
NOTICE
If you choose to be contacted by email, please ensure your email address is correct on your application and that the spam filter will permit email from the ‘govermentjobs.com’ domains. For information on allowing emails from the ‘governmentjobs.com’ domains, visit the Lost Password Help page located at https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword.
WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE
Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465-4095 if you are located in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to recruitment.services@alaska.gov.
For applicant password assistance please visit: https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager:
Isabel Platten
Phone: 907-747-6701
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Are you looking to start a new, exciting, fulfilling career that’s more than just a job...
Are you interested in Law Enforcement or Criminal Justice?
The Department of Corrections is recruiting for multiple Correctional Officer I positions in Seward, Alaska.
Correctional Officers earn up to 16 days of paid leave for the first two years of employment, increasing after two (2) years based on years of service, as well as also receiving 11 paid holidays annually.
This recruitment is for an 84-hour work week, with a schedule of "week on/week off" that alternates "day/night shifts."
Moving and relocation reimbursement may be available up to $10,000.
What you will be doing:
Building a future for yourself in a career that provides security in benefits, salary, abundant room for personal growth and advancement, as well as being a member of a team that has long been a pillar in our community. You will be working a week on week off schedule, which includes shifts of 6am to 6pm one week, then after your week off, you’ll rotate to 6pm to 6am, alternating weeks going forward. That means you are only scheduled 6 months of the year! Also, with this type of schedule, when you take a week’s vacation you will have 3 consecutive weeks off.
Upon your arrival at the facility and after your first week of orientation, you immediately start your role as supervisor of inmates with your Field Training Officer working by your side to learn skills for the care and custody, security, and reformation of inmates.
During the first 12-14 months of employment, new Correctional Officers are provided structured field training within the facility and will attend a 7-week Correctional Officer Academy. After successfully completing the training and receiving the Alaska Police Standards Council (APSC) Correctional Officer Certificate, you will promote to the Correctional Officer II level.
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Our organization, mission, and culture:
The mission of Spring Creek Correctional Center is to provide a secure environment for staff and offenders that promotes public safety and provides an opportunity for staff development, and reformative offender programming to ensure safety and efficient resources management. As the State of Alaska's only Maximum-Security adult male facility we provide confinement for minimum, medium, and close custody sentenced felons including the state's most violent and predatory offenders.
Benefits of joining out team:
$10000 sign up bonus ($5000 upon hire/first scheduled day at facility and $5000 upon CO II certification following successful completion of the Academy).
Correctional Officers also earn up to 16 days of paid leave for the first two years of employment, increasing after 2 years based on years of service, as well as also receiving 11 paid holidays annually.
Moving and relocation incentives may be available to the selected candidates.
The work environment you can expect:
Spring Creek Correctional Center is a maximum-security state operated adult correctional institution. The institution has a capacity of over 500 male inmates and employs approximately 200 staff. While much of Spring Creek's inmate population serve long term sentences, we also house prisoners serving shorter sentences.
Who we are looking for:
To be successful in the position, a candidate will need the following core competencies:
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions, knowledge of business software, and effectively communicate required information.
• Ability to learn and apply techniques of self-defense, firearms, appropriate force to protect oneself / others and act quickly in emergencies, including diffusing conflicts by utilizing sound judgment; and
• Ability to read and comprehend statutes, regulations, and procedures, apply them to specific situations, and explain procedures and requirements to the public, others, and the inmate population.
• Assist with maintaining order and discipline, operate security control room, learn and apply techniques of handling unruly and violent prisoners, using the minimum force necessary, in resolving situations, and routine security checks and inspections; and
• Assist in creating and maintaining an atmosphere conducive to the rehabilitation of prisoners.
IMPORTANT NOTICE - BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION REQUIREMENTS AND DEADLINE
A full criminal history check is required for all applicants.
YOU WILL NOT MOVE FORWARD IN THE PROCESS WITHOUT COMPLETING AND
SUBMITTING YOUR NOTARIZED F-3 PERSONAL HISTORY STATEMENT FORM.
The F-3 Personal History Statement Form and Background Packet can be downloaded at:
https://doc.alaska.gov/admin/docs/Background%20Packet%20and%20Instructions.pdf?022223
Once completed and notarized return to:
doc.backgroundunit@alaska.gov
As part of the personal history, applicants will be required to submit copies of the following documents:
• Certified Highschool/GED transcripts (must be received directly from certifying institution and show date of graduation)
• Birth certificate or valid passport
• HS Foreign Equivalency Evaluation, if applicable
• Naturalization certificate, if applicable
• DD-214 form, if applicable (must show date and type of discharge and reason for separation narrative for all periods of service in each branch of the military, such as the DD-214 Long Form and NGB-22 Form)
• Military Evaluations, if applicable
Upon successfully passing screening criteria, qualified candidates will receive a job offer that is conditional. The conditional job offer is contingent upon the applicant completing and passing: a background investigation, drug screening, medical examination, and psychological evaluation. The medical examination requirement will be coordinated and paid for by the Department.
All job offers are conditional pending successful completion of these requirements.
The Department also recognizes that recruiting efforts by Correctional Officers is an effective tool for new recruits. Under the provisions of the current collective bargaining agreement, current officers may be credited with Recruitment Incentive Leave for proactively participating in recruiting efforts for Correctional Officer I/II positions. Correctional Officers who recruit a new officer, who successfully completes probation and the academy, are eligible to be awarded an additional 60 hours of personal leave to be credited to their leave account.
Correctional Facilities are located in various Alaska communities and during the application process, applicants will be allowed to select their preference for consideration and may select more than one location; however, successful applicants will be offered positions based upon total number of vacancies and the needs of the department.
At the time of employment: be 21 years of age and a United States citizen; have a high school or home school diploma recognized or certified by a state or a local school district within a state as having met that state's graduation requirement; or have a General Educational Development certificate.
Special Note:
Appointment to Correctional Officer 1 is conditional, pending successful completion of a thorough background investigation, psychological evaluation, drug screening, and medical examination.
Possess a valid driver's license issued within the United States at time of appointment.
Employees must be willing to work shift assignments and on-call availability may be required.
Individuals not continuously employed since February 9, 1991, by the State of Alaska Department of Corrections in a "correctional officer," "probation officer," or "parole officer" position, as defined by 13 AAC 85.900, are subject to requirements established by Alaska Police Standards Council (APSC). As a condition of continued employment, these individuals must obtain a basic correctional officer certificate issued by the APSC within 14 months of hire.
Any employment action that resulted in discharge, resignation in lieu of discharge, or discipline, must be disclosed at the time of application to vacancies within this classification. Applicants who fail to provide this information will be deemed to be ineligible for interview or further consideration. Applicants with an employment action that makes them ineligible for certification under APSC regulations will be ineligible to receive an interview or further consideration.
For purposes of the minimum qualifications for this job class, "misdemeanor" means:
1) A crime classified as a misdemeanor in Alaska at the time the crime was committed.
2) A crime committed in another jurisdiction for which there was a conviction in that jurisdiction by a civilian or military court is a "misdemeanor" conviction if the crime has elements similar to those of a misdemeanor under Alaska law at the time the offense was committed.
3) An offense punishable as a misdemeanor in Alaska or under the law of another jurisdiction, that results in a completed suspended imposition of sentence, expungement of record, or a pardon, is considered a "misdemeanor" conviction unless the offense was committed by the person before the age of 21.
A qualified applicant may not:
Have been convicted of any felony or a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence by a civilian court of Alaska, the United States, another state or territory, or by a military court.
Have been convicted during the past ten (10) years by a civilian court of Alaska, the United States, another state or territory, or by a military court of a crime of dishonesty or moral turpitude, of a crime that resulted in serious physical injury to another person, or of two or more driving under the influence offenses.
Have illegally manufactured, transported, or sold a controlled substance during the past 10 years, provided you were under 21 years of age at the time.
Have illegally used a Schedule IA, IIA, IIIA, IVA, or VA controlled substance during the past 5 years, provided you were at least 21 years of age at the time.
Have used marijuana during the last year, provided you were at least 21 years of age at the time.
Have been denied certification by the Alaska Police Standards Council or the responsible certifying agency in any other issuing jurisdiction unless the denial, revocation, or surrender has been rescinded by the council under 13 AAC 85.270 or by the responsible certifying agency of the issuing jurisdiction.
Have ever used a controlled substance while employed as a certifiable municipal, state, federal peace officer, correctional officer, adult probation officer, or military law enforcement officer.
ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTATION
Applicants must provide their previous performance evaluations.
PREA NOTIFICATION
The Department of Corrections follows and maintains federal and state requirements standards including, but not limited to, Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) standards which apply to all public and private institutions that house adult or juvenile offenders. PREA standards preclude the department from hiring or promoting anyone who has engaged in, or been convicted of any conduct which would violate PREA standards related to sexual assault including:
• Sexual abuse in a prison, jail, lockup, community confinement facility, juvenile facility, or other institution;
• Convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse; or
• Has been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in the activity described above.
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 can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of interview, at the discretion of the hiring manager.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION
Education completed in foreign colleges, universities, or high schools may be used to meet the minimum qualifications listed above. 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. post-secondary institution 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 post-secondary institution or high school. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
WORK EXPERIENCE
If using work experience in your Applicant Profile, you must also provide the employer's name, your job title, dates of employment and whether full or part-time. Applicant Profiles 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.
FIREARMS
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.
A "misdemeanor crime of domestic violence" is an offense that is (1) a misdemeanor under Federal or state law; and (2) has, as an element, the use or attempted use of physical force, or the threatened use of a deadly weapon, committed by a current or former spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim, by a person with whom the victim shares a child in common, by a person who is cohabiting with or has cohabited with the victim as a spouse, parent, or guardian, or by a person similarly situated to a spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim.
If you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, do NOT apply for this position.
CRIMINAL HISTORY CHECKS/APSIN/ACOMS
Please be aware – this position requires the use of the Alaska Public Safety Information Network (APSIN)/Alaska Corrections Offender Management System (ACOMS). A security clearance issued by the Department of Public Safety (DPS) is necessary to use APSIN/ACOMS. DPS will deny security clearance for any applicant who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor in this state or another jurisdiction, or who may be a fugitive from justice. Additionally, security clearance will be withdrawn if DPS discovers that material information was falsified or omitted at the time of the initial application for security clearance.
FINGERPRINT NOTICE
All Department of Corrections employees are required to be fingerprinted. The successful candidate must pass a criminal history check.
MULTIPLE VACANCIES NOTICE
This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies.
NOTICE
Questions regarding the application process can be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465- 4095. If you choose to be contacted by email, please ensure your email address is correct on your application and that the spam filter will permit email from the 'govermentjobs.com' domains. For information on allowing emails from the 'governmentjobs.com' domains, visit the Lost Password Help page located at https://www.governmentjobs.com/js_lostpswd.cfm?&topheader=alaska.
EEO STATEMENT
The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.
WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE
Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465-4095 if you are located in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to recruitment.services@alaska.gov.
For applicant password assistance please visit: https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPasswordFor specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager at:
Sandralee Bryan
Phone: (907) 224-8121
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Troopers work in a wide variety of law enforcement fields and, later in their careers are eventually able to request assignments that fit their personal interests. General areas of enforcement include rural law enforcement, highway law enforcement, near-urban patrol work, and serious criminal investigations. The Alaska State Trooper/Alaska Wildlife Trooper position is... among the most demanding of any law enforcement agency.
OUR ORGANIZATION, MISSION, AND CULTURE:
The mission of the Divisions of Alaska State Troopers and Alaska Wildlife Troopers is to preserve the peace, enforce the law, prevent and detect crime, protect life and property, and preserve Alaska’s resources. The work that a Trooper performs within their community contributed to the of Alaska.
THE BENEFITS OF JOINING OUR TEAM:
As an Alaska State Trooper/Alaska Wildlife Trooper, you will have a rewarding career and receive paid high-caliber training and benefits at no expense to you while attending the academy. The diversity of available assignments and locations helps Troopers engage in a wide variety of career choices.
THE WORKING CONDITIONS YOU CAN EXPECT:
The Alaska State Troopers/Alaska Wildlife Troopers serve primarily as rural police officers. Alaska does not have counties, Sheriff’s Offices, or Deputies, requiring Troopers to provide complete law enforcement services for areas outside of the traditional “city limits” of most Alaska cities. Some Troopers choose to serve in very rural areas, where the only transportation is by air, riverboat, snow machine, or four-wheeler. Some choose to remain on the road system, in semi-rural areas. While others choose to live in Southeast Alaska, where travel options include both air and ferry, and town sizes vary from under a thousand to over 35,000.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
• Must be 21 years of age or older at the start of the academy
• Must be conversant in both spoken and written English
• Must possess a high school diploma or have passed a General Education Development (GED) test.
• Not disqualified from any portion of a prior background investigation for this job class in the last twelve months
The Department of Public Safety strives to preserve the peace, enforce the law, prevent and detect crime, and protect life and property. All positions support or carry out the Department's mission. If our mission interests you and this position embodies your strengths, please consider joining our team.
More information about the Department of Public Safety can be found on our website: http://dps.alaska.gov/
To view the general description and example of duties for a State Trooper Recruit/State Trooper please go to the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs
State Trooper Recruit Minimum Qualifications (Range: 75)
Personal History
Citizen of the United States of America
Possession of high school diploma recognized by a state, diploma from a home school program recognized or certified by a state or by a local school district within a state as having met the state's graduation requirements, or has passed a General Education Development (GED) test.
21 years of age or older at the time of Academy.
Possession of a valid driver's license.
Not disqualified from any portion of a prior formal background investigation conducted for this job classification in the last twelve months.
Prior Use of Illegal/Illicit Substances
Not used, transported or purchased schedule IA, IIA, IIIA, IVA, or VA controlled substance during the last ten (10) years (unless under the age of 21 at the time of use AND the act occurred more than 3 years from date of application OR there was an immediate, pressing, or emergency medical circumstance to justify the use of a prescription controlled substance not prescribed to the person).
Not used marijuana during the past twelve months.
Not illegally manufactured, transported, or sold a controlled substance (unless under 21 at the time of the act AND the act occurred more than 10 years ago).
Criminal History
Not received more than three fish and wildlife enforcement citations within the three years before the date of this application.
Not currently on court-ordered probation, either supervised or non-supervised.
Not convicted of a felony whether set aside, suspended imposition, expunged, or pardoned, excluding juvenile adjudications.
Not convicted of a misdemeanor crime that resulted in serious physical injury to another person in the last ten years.
Not convicted of a misdemeanor crime, reduced or related, to domestic violence whether set aside, suspended imposition, expunged, or pardoned.
Not convicted of more than one Driving Under the Influence (DUI) or chemical test refusal offenses in the last ten years.
Not convicted of a misdemeanor crime of dishonesty or moral turpitude in the last ten years.
Not convicted of more than two misdemeanors in the last ten years (unless under the age of 21 at the time of the acts AND three years have lapsed since the most recent act).
Prior Law Enforcement Conduct
Never denied certification or had basic certification revoked by the Alaska Police Standards Council or the responsible certifying agency in any other issuing jurisdiction (unless the denial or revocation has been rescinded by the council under 13 AAC 85.270 or by the responsible certifying agency of the issuing jurisdiction).
Never discharged or resigned under threat of discharge, for cause relating to dishonesty or misconduct, from employment as a police officer in this state or any other state or territory.
Not illegally manufactured, distributed, or sold a controlled substance while employed as a peace officer or in a position associated with law enforcement.
Special Note:
Positions in this class typically require working rotating shift schedules and shifts with nonstandard work hours.
For purposes of the minimum qualifications for this job classification:
Convictions or court ordered probation are recognized as either by civilian court in Alaska, the United States, or another state or territory, or by a military court.
Misdemeanors are recognized as:
1) a crime classified as a misdemeanor in Alaska at the time the crime was committed.
2) a crime committed in another jurisdiction for which there was a conviction in that jurisdiction by a civilian or military court if that crime has elements similar to those of a misdemeanor under Alaska law at the time the offense was committed.
A crime of domestic violence means an offense that:
1) is a misdemeanor or felony under Federal or State Law; and
2) has, as an element, the use or attempted use of physical force, or the threatened use of a deadly weapon, committed by a current or former spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim, by a person with whom the victim shares a child in common, by a person who is cohabiting with or has cohabited with the victim as a spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim.
State Trooper Minimum Qualifications (Range: 77)
Currently employed in the Department of Public Safety as a State Trooper Recruit; and not less than six months experience as a State Trooper Recruit; and satisfactory completion of Department of Public Safety Field Training; and determined by the Executive Director of the Alaska Police Standards Council to be eligible to possess a police officer "Basic Certification" issued by the Council.
OR
Possession of, or eligible for reinstatement of, an active police officer certificate issued by the Alaska Police Standards Council;
OR
Twelve months work experience as a police officer AND possession of an active police officer certificate issued by a jurisdiction outside the State of Alaska and recognized by the Alaska Police Standards Council.
Special Note:
For purposes of the minimum qualifications for this job class:
Convictions or court ordered probation are recognized as either by civilian court in Alaska, the United States, or another state or territory, or by a military court.
Misdemeanors are recognized as:
1) a crime classified as a misdemeanor in Alaska at the time the crime was committed.
2) a crime committed in another jurisdiction for which there was a conviction in that jurisdiction by a civilian or military court if that crime has elements similar to those of a misdemeanor under Alaska law at the time the offense was committed.
A crime of domestic violence means an offense that:
1) is a misdemeanor or felony under Federal or State Law; and
2) has, as an element, the use or attempted use of physical force, or the threatened use of a deadly weapon, committed by a current or former spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim, by a person with whom the victim shares a child in common, by a person who is cohabiting with or has cohabited with the victim as a spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim.
Qualifying work experience as a police officer is defined as active employment in a police force organized by a state or a political subdivision of a state whose basic purpose and function is to maintain peace and order and to prevent and investigate criminal offenses. Experience performing police functions while serving in the Armed Forces is not considered qualifying work experience.
The Alaska Department of Public Safety (DPS) is seeking qualified applicants to attend the DPS Training Academy beginning on February 25, 2024. Successful candidates will be appointed as an Alaska State Trooper Recruit of Alaska State Trooper, depending on their qualifications. All new employees to this job class receive high-caliber training at no expense and will earn wages and benefits while attending the academy.
WRITTEN TEST – STATE TROOPER RECRUITS
All non-lateral applicants must successfully pass the written test (Law Enforcement Officer Exam) through www.publicsafetytesting.com in order to move forward in the application. For more information on upcoming testing dates, and to register to take the test, go to https://www.publicsafetytesting.com/event/events. After you register for the written test, study materials will be provided to you electronically. Additional study materials are available for purchase through www.publicsafetytesting.com. Passing written test scores are valid for 15 months.
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February 24, 2023 – Fairbanks, AK
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April 14, 2023- Soldotna, AK
April 14, 2023 – Sitka, AK
April 21, 2023 – Fairbanks, AK
April 28, 2023 – Anchorage, AK
Applicants must register for these test dates in advance at www.publicsafetytesting.com.
If you reside outside of Alaska and are interested in testing for the Alaska State Trooper, please visit https://www.publicsafetytesting.com/outofstate to arrange for your exam to be proctored at a testing location near you. Please note it typically takes two weeks for Public Safety Testing to submit the required paperwork for the examination to your selected proctor.
You may download a guide to setting up a remote test here: https://dps.alaska.gov/getmedia/39a46d28-fbbb-4b15-b1ed-c03d73bdac10/Remote-Test-Setup
WRITTEN TEST EXEMPTION - LATERAL APPLICANTS
To meet lateral requirements and be exempt from the written test, you must have twelve months of work experience as a police officer AND possession of an active police officer certificate issued by a jurisdiction outside the State of Alaska and recognized by the Alaska Police Standards Council. Although lateral applicants are not required to take the written test, you will need to contact the Recruitment Unit at 907-269-5976 or dps.recruit@alaska.gov to receive the written test waiver.
Applicants are encouraged to review the Department of Public Safety's website before continuing in this application process: www.alaskastatetrooper.com
INITIAL PHYSICAL FITNESS TEST
All applicants must successfully pass the initial physical fitness test to move forward in the application process. For more information on our fitness test standards, go to https://dps.alaska.gov/AST/Recruit/Fitness. This test can be proctored by an adult at a local gym, or any adequate outdoor or indoor facility. Applicants will submit results via Guardian Dashboard in the Agency Provided Documents section when completing their background investigation documents. Passing initial fitness test scores are valid for 15 months.
DOCUMENTS TO COLLECT TO BE SUBMITTED WITH THE BACKGROUND PACKET
We recommend you have the following documents in your possession BEFORE submitting your online application to ensure you meet your Background Packet deadline. These documents will be submitted with the Background Packet and do not need to be uploaded to your online application.
• Photocopy of Birth Certificate (if current name differs from that on the birth certificate, provide court documents showing name change)
• If naturalized, a photocopy of the Naturalization Certificate with a photo.
• Photocopy of a high school diploma, GED, or transcripts that indicate the date of graduation.
• College transcripts for all post-secondary education.
• Current and/or former police officers must provide: basic police officer certification or equivalent POST Certification; additional law enforcement-related certifications; certificate of academy completion and course syllabus to include the number of hours; out-of-state applicants must provide a copy of their academy syllabus.
• Former military members must provide discharge or separation papers showing date and type of discharge for all periods of service for each branch of the military (i.e. DD-214 Long Form and NGB-22 Form, which include the Separation and Reentry codes). A DD-214 is not required to apply if you have not been discharged from active duty service.
• Telephone numbers and physical addresses for your spouse/significant other and your ex-spouse(s)/ex-significant other(s).
• Any other law enforcement related certificates
• Any letters of recommendation, employment evaluations, or certifications you have received.
• Long form/lifetime driving record(s) from all states and U.S. territories in which you have ever held a driver's license and/or received a citation (whether convicted or not). You can find that information at: https://www.usa.gov/motor-vehicle-services
• Long-form driver's abstract/lifetime driving record from each country outside of the U.S. or its territories where you have ever held or now hold citizenship or have been a resident alien, or resided at while on military assignment (not while on active mission or combat zone deployment).
For any documents generated in a language other than English, official translations must be included.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
General Overview of Job Requirements
The following job qualifications are stated in general terms for purposes of this job posting only. Applicants will be evaluated based on Alaska Administrative Code 13 AAC 85: Minimum Standards for Police Officers as well as the Alaska Department of Public Safety Background and Selection Requirements.
STATE TROOPER RECRUIT
General Qualifications
Must be a citizen of the United States of America.
Must be 21 years of age or older at the start of the academy.
Must be conversant in both spoken and written English.
Must possess a high school diploma or have passed a General Education Development (GED) test.
Not disqualified from any portion of a prior background investigation for this job class in the last twelve months.
Driving Record
Must possess a valid driver's license issued within the United States or its Territories.
Must be free of excessive moving violations and recent license actions (canceled, revoked, suspended, limited, or SR-22 requirement).
Drug Misconduct
Drug misconduct is closely scrutinized and recent drug use may be cause for elimination from the hiring process, including:
• Marijuana use within the last year.
• Use of illegal narcotics within the last ten years.
• Manufacture/sale of illegal narcotics as an adult.
• Drug misconduct while employed in a law enforcement position.
• Prescription drug use without a prescription unless there was an immediate, pressing, or emergency medical circumstance to justify the use.
Criminal History
Adult criminal history is closely scrutinized and the following may be cause for elimination from the hiring process:
• Felony conduct with sufficient evidence available for submission to the DA for prosecution.
• Misdemeanor convictions within the last ten years.
• Any conviction related to domestic violence.
• Any criminal charges within the last twelve months.
• Has not been on court-ordered probation within three years of application date.
Professional Conduct
The below requirements pertain to incidents occurring on duty or off duty. While employed as a peace officer, fire marshal, correctional officer, Village Public Safety Officer (VPSO), Court Services Officer (CSO), military police officer, licensed security guard or officer, or similar position anywhere or in any jurisdiction (pertains to incidents occurring on duty or off duty). The applicant must be free of:
• Misconduct (including misuse of official position or authority)
• Perjury
• Excessive use of force.
• Dishonesty
• Termination for cause or resignation under threat of discharge.
• Police certification denied or revoked by the APSC or the equivalent licensing authority in another jurisdiction.
ALASKA STATE TROOPER (Lateral)
Same qualifications as STATE TROOPER RECRUIT (above) plus the following:
Currently employed in the Department of Public Safety as a State Trooper Recruit, at least six months experience as a State Trooper Recruit, satisfactory completion of Department of Public Safety Field Training and determined by the Executive Director of the Alaska Police Standards Council to be eligible to possess a police officer "Basic Certificate" issued by the Council.
-OR-
Possession of, or eligible for reinstatement of, an active police officer certificate issued by the Alaska Police Standards Council;
-OR-
Twelve months of work experience as a police officer AND possession of an active police officer certificate issued by a jurisdiction outside the State of Alaska that is recognized by the Alaska Police Standards Council.
DEFINITIONS
For purposes of the minimum qualifications for this job class:
Convictions or court-ordered probation are recognized either by a civilian court in Alaska, the United States, or another state or territory or by a military court.
Misdemeanors are recognized as:
1) a crime classified as a misdemeanor in Alaska at the time the crime was committed.
2) a crime committed in another jurisdiction for which there was a conviction in that jurisdiction by a civilian or military court if that crime has elements similar to those of a misdemeanor under Alaska law at the time the offense was committed.
A crime of domestic violence means an offense that:
1) is a misdemeanor or felony under Federal or State Law; and
2) has, as an element, the use or attempted use of physical force, or the threatened use of a deadly weapon, committed by a current or former spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim, by a person with whom the victim shares a child in common, by a person who is cohabiting with or has cohabited with the victim as a spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim.
Qualifying work experience as a police officer is defined as active employment in a police force organized by a state or a political subdivision of a state whose basic purpose and function is to maintain peace and order and to prevent and investigate criminal offenses. Experience performing police functions while serving in the Armed Forces is not considered qualifying work experience.
IMPORTANT NOTE
All initial communication with applicants will be conducted via email. It is imperative that applicants provide a valid email address when applying and check email frequently during the application process. Applicants who have a change in email address during this application process must notify the Recruitment Unit immediately.
It is crucial that you are honest and provide accurate information in your job application, during all background phases, and in the final selection process. All information requested is mandatory. Anything less than full disclosure will eliminate you from further consideration for this recruitment and potentially future recruitment for this job class.
A thorough understanding of the following information is paramount to your ability to remain competitive in the application process. All instructions must be followed explicitly and all forms must be completed neatly and thoroughly.
NOTIFICATION OF NEXT PHASE
Within five (5) business days after the submission of your job application, applicants who meet minimum qualifications, department requirements, and passed the written Law Enforcement Officer Exam with publicsafetytesting.com or met lateral qualifications, will receive an email message from @guardianalliancetechnologies.com. As part of the hiring process, Alaska State Troopers conducts a thorough background investigation of all candidates using the web-based Guardian platform to securely collect all required information and documentation for your investigation within 15 days of receiving the link. All applicants will be required to utilize this online portal by first creating a log-in for the portal, then following the applicant instructions. Users will be required to use this online portal, and all necessary documents are required to be uploaded into this portal by the applicant. Users will need to use the Chrome web browser on a computer.
Applicants can expect to pay for airfare and lodging while in Anchorage for testing. The Final Physical Fitness Testing (PFT) will be submitted through DropBox and you will be sent an invite at a later time. All PFT’s are due by September 29, 2023 The remainder of your testing will take place October 2- 11, 2023 and you will be required to be in Anchorage for this testing.
PHYSICAL FITNESS TESTING
• All applicants who are contacted for an interview will be scheduled for the secondary physical agility testing prior to the interview. Passing the initial physical fitness test does not nullify an applicant taking the final in-person fitness test. Both the initial and final physical fitness test must be passed in order to interview for the position. For more information on the requirements for the physical agility testing, please visit the following website: https://dps.alaska.gov/AST/Recruit/Fitness
• All applicants will need to travel to Anchorage, Alaska one time during the selection process to complete the following: physical agility testing, medical exam, oral psychological interview, polygraph, and oral board interview. Applicants can expect to pay for airfare and lodging while in Anchorage for testing. This testing is tentatively scheduled for September 29, 2023 and October 2-11, 2023
COVER LETTER
A cover letter is recommended for this position. The cover letter should outline your desire to become an Alaska State Trooper, as well as your special skills, education, training, and relevant experience. Please attach the cover letter to your profile in Guardian. Do not send it directly to the Recruitment Unit.
EEO STATEMENT
The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aids or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or 465-4095 in Juneau or (907) 465-3412 (TTY) or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at the address above. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.
GUARDIAN ALLIANCE TECHNOLOGIES ON-LINE PORTAL QUESTIONS AND ASSISTANCE
Should you encounter any issues accessing your account, or with the platform in general, please contact Guardian anytime via phone or email: (415) 655-2240 or e-mail support@guardianalliancetechnologies.com.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
• Alaska State Trooper Recruitment email address: dps.recruit@alaska.gov
• Alaska State Trooper Recruitment toll-free phone number: 877-258-7667
• Alaska State Trooper Recruitment fax number: 907-269-5751
WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE
Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-587-0430 (toll-free) or (907) 465-4095 if you are located in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to recruitment.services@alaska.gov.
For applicant password assistance please visit:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword
APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT: http://workplace.alaska.gov/
PO Box 110201
Juneau, AK 99811
(800) 587-0430 (Statewide toll-free number)
(907) 465-4095 (Juneau and out-of-state callers)
Sergeant Bryce Weight
Email: dps.recruit@alaska.gov
Phone: (907) 269-5976
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