JOB
This position is open to Alaska Residents only. Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.
Effective July 1, 2026 the wage for this position increased by 4%. The wage listed in this job posting reflects the increase.
What You Will Be Doing
Human Resources Technicians analyze, calculate, audit and certify timesheets and process personnel actions on time and without error. This includes assuring all payroll and leave transactions are in accordance with applicable Personnel Rules, Bargaining Unit provisions, State Statutes, and Standard Operating Procedures for the State of Alaska.
Our Organization, Mission, and Culture
Our mission is to process all payroll transactions accurately, efficiently and timely. We are committed to providing dependable service, transparent communication, and stellar customer service to State of Alaska departments and employees.
The Benefits of Joining Our Team
You will join a cohesive and collaborative team that works together to ensure state employees are paid accurately and on time. You will gain hands-on experience and expand your skills in payroll and human resources. We provide a structured training program and pathways for career progression.
Full-time benefits of this position include but are not limited to: Health Insurance for you and your family; Retirement Plans with employer contributions; Paid Leave that grows with you based on years of service; and twelve paid holidays per year. Please see the benefits tab on this posting for more information.
The Working Environment You Can Expect
You will enjoy a workplace with a view of Juneau’s beautiful downtown scenery. Located on the 8th floor of the State Office Building, you are within walking distance of coffee shops, restaurant, nature trails and the waterfront.
Payroll requires attention to detail and a key part of the workday involves data entry, verifying information, and reconciling figures. The work environment is digitally focused and cyclical leading up to paydays every two weeks.
Who We Are Looking For
We are interested in candidates who possess some or all of the following position specific competencies:
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Computer Skills: Uses computers, software applications, databases, and automated systems to accomplish work.
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Attention to Detail: Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
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Interpersonal Skills: Treats others with courtesy, sensitivity, and respect. Considers and responds appropriately to the needs and feelings of different people in different situations.
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Reading Comprehension: Understands and interprets written material, including technical material, rules, regulations, instructions, reports, charts, graphs, or tables; applies what is learned from written material to specific situations.
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Self-Management: Sets well-defined and realistic personal goals; displays a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment towards completing assignments in a timely manner; works with minimal supervision; is motivated to achieve; demonstrates responsible behavior.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
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.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Greg Williams
Administrative Officer
Phone: 907-465-2240
[email protected]
