Job Posting for Data Communications Specialist 1/2 at State of Alaska

This position is open to all United States of America applicants.

What You Will Be Doing
Are you ready to dive into the heart of Alaska’s technological landscape? As a Network Engineer within the Department of Administration’s Office of Information Technology, you won’t just be part of a team—you’ll be at the forefront of a statewide revolution!

What You’ll Be Doing:

Designing Connectivity: Imagine being the digital cartographer, mapping out Alaska’s communication highways. You’ll plan, implement, and maintain cutting-edge converged telecommunications voice/data networks that span across our vast wilderness.
Cisco Enthusiast: Your Cisco skills will shine as you weave together the intricate threads of our network fabric. From routers to switches, you’ll ensure seamless connectivity.
Guardian of the Network: The health of our network will be in your capable hands. You’ll troubleshoot issues, ensure network health, and keep our data flowing smoothly.
Tech Explorer: Ever dreamt of evaluating new technologies? Here’s your chance! You’ll be on the lookout for innovations that align with Alaska’s unique needs—whether it’s satellite-based communication or reindeer-powered routers (just kidding, but hey, we’re open to ideas!).
Telecom Innovator: Improve telecommunications services across the state.

Join us on this thrilling journey—where every connection counts!

Our Organization, Mission, and Culture
To provide and maintain the highest quality of Telecommunications services, consisting of the transport network infrastructure and supporting equipment for voice, video and data connectivity for the State of Alaska, to all executive branches of Alaska government and emergency responder agencies within the State of Alaska.

To provide and maintain the health of the network. To research and evaluate new technologies as they pertain to the needs of the State of Alaska. To plan and implement services that improve Telecommunications for the State of Alaska.

The Benefits of Joining Our Team
We offer a dynamic, highly cohesive team, partnering to share knowledge with a focus on new skills development, and a willingness to help each other. Our mission is to provide and maintain the highest quality of telecommunications services, consisting of the transport network infrastructure and supporting equipment for voice, video and data connectivity for the executive branches of State of Alaska and emergency responder agencies.

The Network Engineer/Data Communication Specialist I/II position plays a vital role in ensuring the success of Telecommunication/Network services to provide the services to State of Alaska and we offer a diverse training platform in many areas to support of your career goals in addition to the direct training plan associated with this position for flex-promotion opportunity.

The State of Alaska offers a competitive salary a solid benefit package that includes retirement plans (with employer contributions), health insurance for medical/dental/vision (with employer contributions), and group based insurance benefits such as term life, short/long-term disability, pet insurance, and much more. Click on the Benefits tab of this posting to learn more.

The Working Environment You Can Expect
Daily work consists of planning, implement, and maintain complex converged telecommunications and central site build-outs of data, voice and video networks. On occasion those project hours take longer than a standard workweek and we offer a flextime plan as a secondary leave resource for use according to the bargaining unit contract outline.

OIT also offers a hybrid telework-friendly environment.

Who We Are Looking For
We’re on the hunt for a Network Engineer who embodies the following competencies—essential for our Network/Telecommunication Team’s triumph:

Cisco Proficiency: From IOS to IOS XE and NX-OS, you’ll navigate Cisco systems adeptly.
Curiosity and Adaptability: A hunger for learning new skills is essential.
Project Management: Juggling multiple technical projects? You’ll thrive in our cross-functional environment.
Team Player: Blend your technical prowess with a collaborative spirit.

Minimum Qualifications

Data Communications Specialist 1
Four years of data processing, communication, and/or network experience performing any combination of equipment operation, installation, and repair; end-user support, diagnosis, and resolution; network planning, design, modification, implementation, security, and administration; and/or communications programming using Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and routing protocols, such as Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Border Gateway Protocol (BGP), Enhanced Interior Gateway Protocol (EIGRP), or similar. Two years of this experience must have been performed at the full-proficiency, professional level.

Substitution:
Specific certifications such as Cisco Certified Networking Associate (CCNA), Cisco Certified Network Professional Program (CCNP), Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE), Certified Novel Engineer (CNE), Microsoft Certified Systems Designer (MCSE), Integrated Communication Systems (ICS), Linux Professional Institute (LPI), Accredited Systems Engineer (ASE), Registered Communications Distribution Engineer (RCDD) or Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) may substitute for two years of this experience.

Post-secondary education from an accredited college in any combination of the fields of electrical engineering, electronics technology, computer science, and/or communications engineering may be used as an equivalent for up to four years of the required experience (2.67 semester/4 quarter hours = 1 month of experience).

Special Note:
Some positions in this job class may require a background investigation, including fingerprinting.

Data Communications Specialist 2
One year of experience as a Data Communications Specialist 1, Systems Programmer 1, or Communications Engineer 1 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent elsewhere.
OR
Two years as a Microcomputer/Network Specialist 2 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent elsewhere.
OR
Six years of data processing, communication, and/or network experience performing any combination of equipment operation, installation, and repair; end-user support, diagnosis, and resolution; network planning, design, modification, implementation, security, and administration; and/or communications programming using Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and routing protocols, such as Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Border Gateway Protocol (BGP), Enhanced Interior Gateway Protocol (EIGRP), or similar. Two years of this experience must have been performed at the full-proficiency, professional level.

Substitution:
Specific certifications such as Cisco Certified Networking Associate (CCNA), Cisco Certified Network Professional Program (CCNP), Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE), Certified Novel Engineer (CNE), Microsoft Certified Systems Designer (MCSE), Integrated Communication Systems (ICS), Linux Professional Institute (LPI), Accredited Systems Engineer (ASE), Registered Communications Distribution Engineer (RCDD) or Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) may substitute for two years of experience that is not specific to that of the Data Communications Specialist 1, Systems Programmer 1, or Communications Engineer 1 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent elsewhere.

Post-secondary education from an accredited college in any combination of the fields of electrical engineering, electronics technology, computer science, and/or communications engineering may be used as an equivalent for up to four years of the required experience (2.67 semester/4 quarter hours = 1 month of experience) that is not specific to that of the Data Communications Specialist 1, Systems Programmer 1, or Communications Engineer 1 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent elsewhere.

Special Note:
Some positions in this job class may require a background investigation, including fingerprinting.

Additional Required Information

Please read the below information carefully. This applies to your application submission.

LEGAL EMPLOYMENT
The State’s online recruitment system, Workplace Alaska, requires applicants to certify that they have a legal right to accept employment in the United States. It is the responsibility of the employee to maintain the appropriate documentation to accept or continue legal employment. The State of Alaska does not function in the role as an employer sponsor.

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.

At time of interview, please be prepared to provide:

Three (3) professional references and current contact numbers, including two (2) current or former supervisors;
Copies of your two (2) most recent employment performance evaluations if available;
A copy of academic transcripts (unofficial are okay, please ensure that the institution name/URL is listed on the transcripts) to verify that you meet the minimum qualifications. if not provided, transcripts will be required prior to appointment.

SPECIAL NOTE:
Interview questions will be technical in nature and are accompanied by an assessment exercise which (both) will be used to determine knowledge/skill/abilities as it relates to the position.

Candidates must be able to share in team rotation of 24x7x365 Coordinator I dispatch role.

APSIN
Please be aware – this position requires the use of the Alaska Public Safety Information Network (APSIN). A security clearance issued by the Department of Public Safety (DPS) is necessary to use APSIN. DPS will deny security clearance for any applicant who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor in this state or another jurisdiction, or who may be a fugitive from justice. Additionally, security clearance will be withdrawn if DPS discovers that material information was falsified or omitted at the time of the initial application for security clearance.

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
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

Kyle Davison
Systems Programmer 3
Phone: (907) 451-5259
kyle.davison@laska.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
Eleven paid holidays a year

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