Analyst/programmer 2, 3,4

This position is open to Alaska Residents only.

Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify. The Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Division of Wildlife Conservation is recruiting****for an Analyst/Programmer 2, 3, or 4 located in Anchorage, Juneau, or Palmer, Alaska! What you will be doing: Would you like work that is challenging and rewarding, without sacrificing a comprehensive benefits package? We offer paid leave, holidays, medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with excellent work-life balance.

Primary Responsibilities:* Modernization & Development – Build new .NET Core applications while keeping critical legacy systems operational during transition periods.

• Process Improvement – Identify bottlenecks, suggest improvements, and implement better ways to get things done.
• Stakeholder Collaboration – Work closely with our business users to ensure applications meet their needs.

Our organization, mission, and culture: The Alaska Department of Fish & Game strives for a diverse and inclusive workforce where safety and well-being 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 Wildlife Conservation is to conserve and enhance Alaska's wildlife and habitats and provide for a wide range of public uses and benefits.

When you join our team, you become part of a forward-thinking cloud transformation team; dedicated to serving the residents of Alaska and supporting the vital mission of managing the state's wildlife. You'll have the opportunity to expand your skills with cutting-edge technology, collaborate with passionate professionals who care deeply about our natural resources, and contribute to work that makes a meaningful impact on the world. Benefits of joining our team:* Opportunity to Make a Difference – Your work here supports the conservation of Alaska’s wildlife, ensuring future generations can enjoy its natural resources.

• Work-Life Balance – We believe personal well-being is just as important as professional success.
• A Team That Gets It – You won’t be alone in the trenches; we’ve got a solid team that supports each other.
• Variety & Challenge – No two days are the same. One day it’s bug fixes, the next it’s a new feature, and another might take you deep into a legacy system to solve a mystery.
• Career Growth & Development – Whether you want to sharpen your technical skills, expand into architecture, or mentor junior developers, we support your growth with training opportunities, new challenges, and hands-on experience.

The working conditions you can expect: This position is located in Alaska, and you will have an office at an Alaska Department of Fish and Game building in the location of your hire. Telework options may be available at the supervisor’s discretion, based on job responsibilities, performance, and operational needs.* Requires occasional travel within the State (normally one trip of up to 3 days length occurring once a year).

Who we are looking for: We are looking for an individual with the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:* .NET experience (ASP.NET MVC, .NET Core, C#, REST APIs, Entity Framework) preferred. Equivalent experience in another tech stack with a willingness to learn .NET will also be considered.

• Database Skills – Strong understanding of relational databases and experience optimizing queries.
• Security Awareness – Understands secure coding practices, data protection, and keeping our systems (and wildlife data) safe.
• Legacy Tech Comfort – Not afraid of older systems (Web Forms, WCF, ColdFusion, or whatever else might lurk in the codebase).
• Problem-Solving Mindset – If "it has always been that way" doesn’t sit right with you, we want you on our team.
• Great Communicator – Ability to explain technical things to non-technical users and vice versa.

To view the general description and example of duties for an Analyst Programmer 2, 3, or 4 please go to the****following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs Classification Review 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.

Minimum Qualifications

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.

Special Note:

An applicant who is considered under the Substitution above qualifies to apply for this job class IF the applicable coursework is completed within three (3) months of hire. Under this option, an applicant may receive a conditional job offer; however, 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.

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 is considered under the Substitution above qualifies to apply for this job class IF the applicable coursework is completed within three (3) months of hire. Under this option, an applicant may receive a conditional job offer; however, 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.

Analyst/Programmer 4

Four 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 is considered under the Substitution above qualifies to apply for this job class IF the applicable coursework is completed within three (3) months of hire. Under this option, an applicant may receive a conditional job offer; however, 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.

Additional Required Information

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS**Please provide at time of application submission: Educational transcripts if using education to meet minimum qualifications, (unofficial copies are acceptable). If selected, please provide the following at the time of the interview: List of three professional references.

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. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS For your application to be evaluated you must answer the Supplemental Questions. Be specific in your answers and tell us how you acquired the relevant experience. Please use complete sentences and proof-read your submissions when answering the supplemental questions. Your responses will be considered a writing sample and will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment process. EDUCATION To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competences, 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. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts).

Flexible Staffing

This position is flexibly staffed. The level of the job offer will be based on the selected candidate’s eligibility. If hired at the lower level, you will be promoted to the higher-level job class after completing the training plan and meeting the minimum qualifications.

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. 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. 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 aids 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 Contact Information

For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager:Galena WilsonAnalyst Programmer 5907-267-2887 galena.wilson@alaska.gov

Careers with the State of Alaska offer MANY benefits

The following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the State of Alaska. Actual benefits received may differ by bargaining unit or branch of government, position type, or be prorated for other than full time work.

For a quick breakdown of the insurance, health, and retirement benefits available for State Employees you can view an orientation video from Division of Retirement and Benefits. (Please note this video is specifically designed for new State Employees.)

Insurance Benefits* Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental + The following employee groups are under AlaskaCare Benefits administered by the State: See https://drb.alaska.gov/help/plans.html for additional information. - AVTEC - Confidential - Correctional Officers - Marine Engineers - Mt. Edgecumbe Teachers - Supervisory - Unlicensed Vessel Personnel/Inland Boatman's Union - Exempt employees (not covered by collective bargaining) + The following employee groups are covered by Union health trusts. Contact the appropriate Union for additional information. - General Government - Labor, Trades and Crafts - Public Safety Employees Association - Masters, Mates & Pilots

• Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit)

Optional Insurance Benefits* Group-based insurance premiums for + Term life (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents) + Long-term and short-term disability + Accidental Death and Dismemberment + Long-term care (self and eligible family members) + Supplemental Survivor Benefits

• Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses

Retirement Benefits* Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Teachers' Retirement System (TRS)

• Matching employer contribution into a defined contribution program (new employees)
• Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program (current employees)
• Contributions to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan in lieu of contributions to Social Security
• Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Program
• Note: The Defined Contribution Plan, Supplemental Annuity Plan and Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment options

See https://drb.alaska.gov/retiree/ for additional information

Paid Leave & Other Benefits* Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served

• Twelve (12) paid holidays a year