**Classification Study Notice**
This position is currently undergoing review as a part of the IT job class study and therefore both the title and the pay range assigned may be subject to change upon the completion of the study.
Come join the State of Alaska!
Effective July 1, 2026 the wage for this position increased by 3%.
The wage listed in this job posting reflects the increase.
The Department of Revenue, Permanent Fund Division is recruiting for Analyst Programmer 1/2/3!
This position is open to Alaska Residents only. Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.
CLASSIFICATION STUDY NOTICE
This position is currently undergoing review as a part of the ongoing IT job class study and therefore both the title and the pay range assigned may be subject to change upon the completion of the study.
What You Will Be Doing:
The Permanent Fund Dividend Division (PFD) is seeking a talented and motivated individual to join our software development team to help advance the division’s future goals by expanding and improving services for the public, partner agencies, and internal technicians. The successful candidate will design, code, test, debug, document, implement, and maintain software solutions that support the PFD application and distribution processes, while contributing to projects that upgrade or replace legacy systems and introduce new applications. Our teams work with modern technologies including .NET Core and ASP.NET MVC with C#, SQL Server and Azure SQL, Visual Studio with Azure DevOps, React and other web technologies, Azure native resources, Power BI and SQL reporting services, ILINX Capture for document imaging, and Azure Data Factory and Databricks.
Mission and Values/Culture:
The Permanent Fund Dividend Division's mission is to administer the permanent fund dividend program assuring all eligible Alaskans receive timely dividends, fraud is prosecuted, and all internal and external stakeholders are treated with respect. We are expanding and improving PFD services to the public, other government agencies and to the technicians that work in PFD. Our goal of offering the best and most professional service to our customers offers us the opportunity to work in new and exciting technologies all the time! Above all our agency values the security and integrity of the dividend, and applicant information entrusted to us. The Permanent Fund Dividend Division is a state agency most Alaskan’s interact with, and team members influence public opinion on state service.
Benefits of Joining Our Team:
You’ll enjoy flexible schedules, access to training in current technologies, and opportunities for ongoing professional development. The role offers a dynamic environment with exciting, impactful projects and a great team for collaboration.
The Working Environment You Can Expect:
This position is located on the 11th floor of the State Office Building in downtown Juneau in the PFD’s largest office or in downtown Anchorage across from the Atwood Building in the LPPG. Our workspace has an open floor plan that allows natural light into all cubicles. We also offer a hybrid schedule for those that would like to remote part of the week and in the office part of the week.
Working in the PFD division provides opportunities to learn in-depth knowledge of programs and services to Alaskans. If you can see yourself in this role, we would love to hear from you!
Who We Are Looking For:
We are interested in candidates who possess some or all of the following position specific competencies:
Software Development- Knowledge of the principles, methods, and tools for designing, developing, and testing software in a given environment.-
Requirements Analysis- Knowledge of the principles and methods to identify, analyze, specify, design, and manage functional and infrastructure requirements.
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Database Management Systems- Knowledge of the uses of database management systems and software to control the organization, storage, retrieval, security, and integrity of data.
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Oral and Written Communication- Expresses information effectively, makes clear and convincing presentations, and prepares well-organized written materials.
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Teamwork- Encourages and facilitates cooperation and works with others to achieve goals, supporting an Agile team environment.
To view the general description and example of duties for the position please go to the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs
If you can see yourself in this role, we would love to hear from you!
Analyst/Programmer 1
Successful completion of nine (9) semester hours of college-level coursework in computer languages or system analysis.
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Three months of actual computer programming experience.
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One year of work experience using a computer for analysis, including experience in the use of computer reporting languages, spreadsheets, or statistical packages.
Analyst/Programmer 2
One year of computer programming experience in a recognized computer language. One year of the experience must have been in a business application, scientific application, microcomputer or computer system user support specialty.
Substitution:
A bachelor's degree with a major in Computer Science (CS) or Computer Information Systems (CIS), or a related degree with (18) semester/(24) quarter hours of CS or CIS may substitute for all of the required experience. An associate's degree in Computer Science or Computer Information Systems may substitute for nine months of the required experience.
Analyst/Programmer 3
Two years of computer programming experience in a recognized computer language. One year of this experience must have been in a business application, scientific application, microcomputer or computer information management support specialty.
Substitution:
A bachelor's degree with a major in Computer Science (CS) or Computer Information Systems (CIS), or a related degree with (18) semester/(24) quarter hours of CS or CIS may substitute for one year of the required experience. An associate's degree in Computer Science or Computer Information Systems may substitute for nine months of the required experience.
Special Note:
An applicant who will complete the required college-level coursework within three (3) months of hire qualifies to apply for this job class. An applicant qualifying under this option may receive a job offer conditional upon completion of the required college-level coursework and proof of completion will be required prior to final appointment and reporting for duty.
Individual positions at each level in this class series may require expertise in a particular area of programming or analysis. Recruitment and selection will be on the basis of these requirements.
For some positions in these job classes, a background investigation including fingerprinting is required.
REQUIRED OF ALL APPLICANTS
At the time of the interview, please ensure that you provide the following materials:
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Copies of all performance evaluations received for the last two years. If performance evaluations are not available, you may substitute a written statement explaining why they were not available, or two letters of professional reference.
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Copy of transcripts, if using education to meet minimum qualifications.
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Copy of any professional certifications applicable to this position.
BACKGROUND CHECK
The successful candidates must pass a comprehensive background investigation, which includes a criminal history check.
EDUCATION
If post-secondary education is required to meet the minimum qualifications, you must fill in the Education section of the application. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials and must be attached to your application upon submission. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable, provided they include the URL and institution name.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION
If education is completed in a foreign college or university, it 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 the 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. The omission of the required documentation listed will result in an incomplete application, and you will not receive further 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.
NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application. Noting "see resume or CV" 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.
FLEXIBLY STAFFED
This position is flexibly staffed. The level of the job offer will be based on the selected candidate’s credibly possessed and proven competencies. If hired at the lower level, you will be promoted to the higher level after successfully completing the training plan and demonstrating competency in the work.
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.
APPLICATION NOTICE
You can ONLY apply for this position through the Workplace Alaska website or via a hard copy application. If you accessed this recruitment bulletin through a job search portal such as AlaskaJobs or another database, you MUST use a Workplace Alaska online or hard-copy application to apply successfully. Instructions on how to apply with Workplace Alaska may be found on the Workplace Alaska "How to Apply" webpage, found here: http://doa.alaska.gov/dop/workplace/help/
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 that your email address is correct on your application and that your spam filter will permit emails from the 'governmentjobs.com' domain. For information on allowing emails from the 'governmentjobs.com' domains, visit the Lost Password Help page at https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword.
EEO STATEMENT
The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodations, auxiliary aids, or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-4095 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 in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to
[email protected]
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For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager at:
Nathan Weed, Data Processing Manager II
Phone Number: 907-465-4777
