Planner 1, 2, 3 (PCN 25-0131)

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The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) Program Development is looking for a Planner 1/2/3 to help us

Keep Alaska Moving!
Pay is based on the

location

of the selected applicant.

Anchorage:

Juneau:
Job Description

ATTENTION ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY!

The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) Program Development is looking for a Planner 1/2/3 to help us

Keep Alaska Moving!
Pay is based on the

location

of the selected applicant.

Anchorage:

Planner 1 - $1,976.25 - Biweekly

Planner 2 - $2,273.25 - Biweekly

Planner 3 - $2,619.75 - Biweekly
Juneau:

Planner 1 - $2,075.25 - Biweekly

Planner 2 - $2,38925 - Biweekly

Planner 3 - $2,751.00 - Biweekly

What you will be doing:
In this position you will contribute to the Juneau Field Office's promotion, development, and implementation of the department's capital program for the DOT&PF Southcoast Region. Under direct supervision of the Planning Chief and guidance of the Transportation Planners, the incumbent will conduct complex planning studies; compile project background reports, project status reports, project nominations packages, and white papers; and assist in the preparation and revision of Alaska’s multi-year surface transportation, aviation, and ports and other modal system plans and programs for a specific Southcoast Region planning sub-area. The incumbent will represent DOT&PF to assure that transportation facilities, systems, and needs are adequately addressed.

Our organization, mission and culture:
In this position you will contribute to the Juneau Field Office's promotion, development, and implementation of the department's capital program for the DOT&PF Southcoast Region. Under direct supervision of the Planning Chief and guidance of the Transportation Planners, the incumbent will conduct complex planning studies; compile project background reports, project status reports, project nominations packages, and white papers; and assist in the preparation and revision of Alaska’s multi-year surface transportation, aviation, and ports and harbors improvement plans and programs for a specific Southcoast Region planning sub-area. The incumbent will represent DOT&PF to assure that transportation facilities, systems, and needs are adequately addressed.

Benefits of joining our team:
We are a dynamic, diverse, high performing team where no two days are the same. We offer the ability to utilize all of your professional talents and collaborate with partners at the local, state and national levels. There are opportunities for professional career growth, flexible schedule, and intermittent travel to communities across the Southcoast Region (Southeast (Ketchikan to Yakutat), Southwest (Kodiak, the Alaska Peninsula), and eastern Aleutian Islands, Alaska and State of Alaska. We are committed to your advancement as a professional, and therefore this position was created with a clear carrier progression in mind. We offer a training plan to assist you in progressing from a Planner 1 to a Planner 2 and up to the Planner 3 level.

The working environment you can expect:
The office, centrally located off Egan Drive between downtown Juneau and the Mendenhall Valley, provides abundant parking, nearby walking trails, and a team-oriented atmosphere. You will be joining a supportive team of professionals that work efficiently and effectively together in delivering services to the State. As well as gaining knowledge and skills that will enable you to become a professional transportation planner and advance your skills as a leader.
Requires regular travel within the State (normally one trip of up to three days occurring monthly or every other month). Occasional out-of-state travel may be needed to attend conferences or meetings.

Who we are looking for:
To be successful in this position, the selected applicant will possess the following core competencies:

Adaptability:

adjusts planned work by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to address multiple demands and competing priorities in a changing environment.
Conscientiousness:

Displays a high level of effort and commitment towards performing work; demonstrates responsible behavior.
Attention to Detail:

Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
Special Note:

A current copy of your driver's license
To view the general description and example of duties for positions please go to the following link:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/

classspecs

Minimum Qualifications

Planner 1

Any combination of education, certification, and/or experience that provides the applicant with competencies in:

Customer Service:

Anticipates and meets the needs of both internal and external customers. Delivers high-quality products and services; is committed to continuous improvement.
Interpersonal Skills:

Shows understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern, and politeness to others; develops and maintains effective relationships with others; may include effectively dealing with individuals who are difficult, hostile, or distressed; relates well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations; is sensitive to cultural diversity, race, gender, disabilities, and other individual differences.
Writing:

Recognizes or uses correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling; communicates information (for example, facts, ideas, or messages) in a succinct and organized manner; produces written information, which may include technical material, that is appropriate for the intended audience.
Critical Thinking:

Uses logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Problem Solving:

Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.
Equivalent to those typically gained by:
Post-secondary education in urban or regional planning, urban design, geography, community development, transportation planning, environmental and natural resources planning, economic planning and development, or closely related field;
AND/OR
Experience in environmental, transportation, or community development; architecture; civil engineering; landscape architecture; urban design; historic preservation; geography; geographic information systems; housing administration; grant administration; accounting; business management; or research.
Planner 2
Any combination of education, certification, and/or experience that provides the applicant with competencies in:

Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving :

Uses a logical, systematic, and sequential approach to address problems or opportunities or manage a situation by drawing on one’s knowledge and experience base and calling on other references and resources as necessary.
Decision Making :

Makes sound, well-informed, and objective decisions; perceives the impact and implications of decisions; commits to action, even in uncertain situations, to accomplish organizational goals; causes change.
Planning and Evaluating :

Organizes work, sets priorities, and determines resource requirements; determines short- or long-term goals and strategies to achieve them; coordinates with other organizations or parts of the organization to accomplish goals; monitors progress and evaluates outcomes.
Public Communications:

Knowledge of the preparation and communication of technical, complex, and/or controversial information to the public, in a manner understood by non-technical people, on a variety of topics and through different forms of media and/or public meetings.
Design :

Knowledge of conceptualizing, developing, producing, understanding, and using plans, models, blueprints, and maps, including the use of tools and instruments to produce precision technical drawings, working prototypes, components, or systems.
Equivalent to those typically gained by:
Post-secondary education in urban or regional planning, urban design, geography, community development, transportation planning, environmental and natural resources planning, economic planning and development, or closely related field;
AND/OR
Experience in environmental, transportation, or community development; architecture; civil engineering; landscape architecture; urban design; historic preservation; geography; geographic information systems; housing administration; grant administration; accounting; business management; or research.

Planner 3
Any combination of education, certification, and/or experience that provides the applicant with competencies in:

Public Planning :

Knowledge of functions, principles, methods, and techniques of public planning, including those related to community planning, outdoor recreation planning, and natural resource management, such as demand forecasting, environmental impact analysis, financial forecasting, and land use planning and zoning.
Partnering:

Develops networks and builds alliances; collaborates across boundaries to build strategic relationships and achieve common goals.
Project Management :

Knowledge of the principles, methods, or tools for developing, scheduling, coordinating, and managing projects and resources, including monitoring and inspecting costs, work, and contractor performance.
Planning and Evaluating:

Organizes work, sets priorities, and determines resource requirements; determines short- or long-term goals and strategies to achieve them; coordinates with other organizations or parts of the organization to accomplish goals; monitors progress and evaluates outcomes.
Technical Credibility :

Understands and appropriately applies principles, procedures, requirements, regulations, and policies related to specialized expertise.
Equivalent to those typically gained by:
Post-secondary education in urban or regional planning, urban design, geography, community development, transportation planning, environmental and natural resources planning, economic planning and development, or closely related field;
AND/OR
Progressively responsible, independent experience in environmental, transportation, or community development; architecture; civil engineering; landscape architecture; urban design; historic preservation; geography; geographic information systems; housing administration; grant administration; accounting; business management; or research.

Additional Required Information

At the time of interview, applicants are requested to submit (if not already attached to your application):
Three (3) professional references including daytime contact information.
Two most recent performance evaluations. If applicant does not have any recent performance evaluations, then provide two professional letters of reference.
Copy of academic transcripts, to verify post-secondary education used to meet the Minimum Qualifications. (Unofficial are okay, please ensure that your full name and the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts
COVER LETTER
A cover letter is required for this position. The cover letter should highlight your education and experience as they pertain to the competencies listed in the

"Who we are looking for"

and

"Minimum Qualifications"

section of the posting. Please attach the cover letter to your application before submitting it online. Your cover letter will be used to help determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process.
Your cover letter will be used as a writing sample.

FLEXIBLY STAFFED
This position is flexibly staffed. This vacancy may be filled at either the

Planner

1 or Planner

2, or Planner 3 level

, depending on the applicant's training and/or experience. The full range of salaries is listed above. Starting salary will be determined by the level the position is hired at. If filled at Level 1, promotion to the Level 2 or if filled at the 2 level, promotion to the Level 3 will occur upon successful completion of the probationary period and required training, as well as the applicant meeting the minimum qualifications of the higher job class.

ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY
Please be sure to check our

residency definition

to determine if you qualify.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS
This recruitment utilizes a supplemental questionnaire as part of the application process. These questions may be a mix of written, multiple-choice, and select all that apply questions. The answers you provide to the questions will be an opportunity for you to tell us about your experience and/or education. The answers will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process; please be as thorough and accurate as you can.

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 resume or CV" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.

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.

Contact Information

For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager at:

Marie Heidemann, Planning Chief, Juneau Field Office
Phone:

(907)465-1775
Email:

[email protected]

Agency

State of Alaska

Phone

(800) 587-0430 (Statewide toll-free number)
(907) 465-4095 (Juneau and out-of-state callers)

Website

http://workplace.alaska.gov/

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