Human Resource Technician 3 (Payroll - PCN 110289)

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 Administrative Services is recruiting

 for a Human Resource Technician 3 (Payroll) located in Anchorage or Juneau, Alaska!

 

What You Will Be Doing:

Join the Department of Fish & Game’s (DFG) Human Resource (HR) team to provide technical information, support and assistance to DFG managers and employees. In this position, you’ll gain hands-on experience in human resources, building both knowledge and practical skills in Payroll. 

Under the general supervision of the Payroll Supervisor, you will direct and perform payroll duties, including resolving complex payroll, leave and compensation issues and assisting with training. Additionally, providing guidance to DFG’s Payroll Team, admin staff and employees, incorporating regulations, policies and procedures. 

You’ll join a collaborative HR team that values strong partnerships, problem-solving, and service to our uniquely diverse workforce. Your work will help keep DFG running smoothly and ensure our employees are supported, informed, and paid accurately.

Our Mission, Values and Culture: 

The Department of Fish and Game's mission is to manage, protect, maintain, and improve the fish, game, and aquatic plant resources of Alaska. The work done in the Division of Administrative Services- Human Resource Section, is to directly support all departmental programs and services needed to ensure we meet department, divisional, state and federal objectives.

The department strives for a diverse and inclusive workforce where safety, well-being, and work-life balance are paramount. Employees at all levels promote a culture where everyone is valued, treated equitably, and treated respectfully.

Benefits of Joining Our Team: 

At DFG’s Division of Administrative Services (DAS), we don’t just support the mission—we live it. We value each person as an individual and take pride in the work we do for our department and for the Alaskans who depend on us. When you join DFG, you become part of a team that champions work–life balance, encourages professional growth, and cultivates a positive, supportive environment where everyone can thrive.

You’ll work alongside dedicated colleagues who care deeply about Alaska’s resources and the communities that rely on them. Together, you’ll be part of a cohesive, collaborative payroll team committed to ensuring every DFG employee is paid accurately and on time—because their work matters, and so does yours.

The Working Environment You Can Expect:

This position is located in Juneau or Anchorage. 

Juneau DFG Headquarters is right on the Downtown Boardwalk and overlooking the stunning Gastineau Channel. You’ll enjoy easy parking, quick access to coffee and lunch spots, and a beautiful waterfront walking path perfect for mid-day resets or after-work strolls.

The Anchorage Fish and Game office is near the Chugach Mountains, with easy access to nearby hiking trails and the scenic Anchorage coastline, offering staff a close connection to Alaska’s natural landscapes. 

DFG is committed to true work–life balance. After a successful training period, you’ll have the flexibility of a hybrid schedule that blends in-office collaboration with telework days. You can also shape your workday within standard Monday–Friday operating hours, giving you room to build a schedule that supports both your productivity and your life outside the office.

 

Who We Are Looking For:

We are interested in candidates who possess some or all of the following position specific competencies:

• Interpersonal Skills: Treats others with courtesy, sensitivity, and respect. Considers and responds appropriately to the needs and feelings of different people in different situations.
• 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.
• 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.
• Leadership: Influences, motivates, and challenges others; adapts leadership styles to a variety of situations.
• Team Building: Inspires and fosters team commitment, spirit, pride, and trust. Facilitates cooperation and motivates team members to accomplish group goals.

 

To view the general description and example of duties for a Human Resource Technician 3 (Payroll) please

go to the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs

One year of journey technical level human resource experience. This is equivalent to a Human Resource Technician 2 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent elsewhere.  

Substitution: 

One year of technical level dispatching experience as an Alaska Marine Highway System Dispatcher with the State of Alaska. 

OR 

Two years of postsecondary education (64 semester hours or 96 quarter hours equal 2 years) from an accredited college or university in any field. 

OR 

Two years in any combination of postsecondary education (3 semester hours or 4 quarter hours equal one month) from an accredited college or university and human resources experience at the journey technical level. This experience is equivalent to a Human Resource Technician 2 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent elsewhere. 

OR 

Two years in any combination of postsecondary education (3 semester hours or 4 quarter hours equal one month) from an accredited college or university and technical level dispatching experience. This experience is equivalent to an Alaska Marine Highway System Dispatcher with the State of Alaska.

Special Note: 

"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. Supervision of subordinates does not in itself constitute human resource work.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

If selected, please provide the following at the time of the interview:

1. Copies of your two (2) most recent performance evaluations.
2. A list of three (3) professional references, with current contact information, if not already listed in your application.

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. Your responses will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment process.

MULTIPLE LOCATIONS

The location of this position is currently in Juneau. The position may be located in Anchoarge, dependent upon the location of the most qualified candidate. There is only ONE position to be filled.

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).

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

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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.

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

Amy Jo Lindsley

Human Resource Business Partner

907-465-2463

amy.lindsley@alaska.gov