This position is open to Alaska Residents only. Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.
What You Will Be Doing
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Administer the Department of Administration's OneCard (PCard) program by managing cardholder accounts, providing training, and helping ensure compliance with state policies.
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Review and certify financial and procurement transactions to support accurate accounting and responsible stewardship of public funds.
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Process departmental deposits and maintain accurate financial records.
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Assist with travel, payroll, reimbursable services agreements (RSAs), and a variety of other fiscal activities that keep the department running smoothly.
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Provide exceptional customer service and fiscal guidance to staff on purchasing card, accounting, and financial processes.
Our Organization, Mission, and Culture
The Department of Administration provides essential support services that help State government operate effectively and efficiently. The Division of Administrative Services is committed to collaboration, accountability, customer service, and continuous improvement while supporting divisions across the department.
The Benefits of Joining Our Team
Join a collaborative fiscal team that plays a critical role in supporting the Department of Administration's statewide operations. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for individuals looking to launch a career in governmental accounting and become familiar with the State of Alaska's accounting systems, financial processes, and statewide fiscal policies. You'll have the opportunity to build a strong foundation while working with a wide variety of programs and divisions. We value teamwork, knowledge sharing, and professional development, and offer flexible work schedules with telework opportunities consistent with department policy after completion of the probationary period. Your work directly supports the responsible stewardship of public funds and helps ensure the efficient delivery of services to Alaskans.
The Working Environment You Can Expect
You will work in a professional office setting on the 10th floor of the State Office Building in Juneau, with great views of the Gastineau Channel and a quiet, team-oriented workspace that supports focused financial and administrative duties. The daily environment involves consistent computer-based work, regular communication with staff across the department, and no travel requirements.
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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Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving: Uses a logical, systematic, 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.
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Attention to Detail: Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
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Oral and Written Communication: Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral and written presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.
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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.
Please read the below information carefully. This applies to your application submission.
THIS RECRUITMENT IS FOR ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY
Please be sure to check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.
At time of interview, please be prepared to provide:
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List of 3 references, (1 professional) including name, job title, and current phone numbers.
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A copy of your last two (2) performance evaluations. You may substitute letters of recommendation if evaluations are unavailable.
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 within 48 hours of the close of this recruitment to the contact person listed below.
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.
APPLICATION NOTICE
You can ONLY apply for this position through the Workplace Alaska website or via hardcopy application. If you accessed this recruitment bulletin through a job search portal such as AlaskaJobs or any other database, you MUST use a Workplace Alaska online or hardcopy application to successfully apply. 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/
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
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WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE
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