Human Resource Technician 2 (AMHS Payroll Tech) (PCN 251791)

State of Alaska•Juneau, AK

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities’ Program Management and Administration is hiring a Payroll Technician (Human Resource Technician 2) to support the Alaska Marine Highway System (AMHS). The role contributes to timely and accurate processing, certification, review, and auditing of payroll and personnel actions for AMHS. Under the general supervision of the Payroll Services Supervisor, the position ensures payroll, personnel, and leave transactions comply with applicable Personnel Rules, bargaining unit provisions, statutes, and standard operating procedures. It also provides technical information and assistance to managers, employees, and the public. The position is based in Juneau, Alaska, in an office near SEARHC and the DIPAC Macaulay Salmon Hatchery, with parking and a view of the channel. In-state telework from Juneau may be available with supervisor approval. The team describes its work environment as collaborative, supportive, experienced, and focused on professionalism and continuous improvement. The role offers an opportunity to develop a career in human resources with the State of Alaska.

Requirements

Six months of entry technical-level human resource experience equivalent to a Human Resource Technician 1 with the State of Alaska or equivalent experience elsewhere.
Alternatively, graduation from high school or equivalent and one year of advanced clerical experience.
Alternatively, one year of postsecondary education in any field; 32 semester hours or 48 quarter hours at an accredited college or university equals one year.
Relevant human resource work may include recruitment and selection, classification, employee training, employer-provided benefits programs, employment law compliance, personnel, payroll, or employee or labor relations.
Computer skills, including use of computers, software applications, databases, and automated systems.
Attention to detail and conscientious performance of work.
Interpersonal skills, including courtesy, sensitivity, respect, and responsiveness to different people’s needs and feelings.
Reading comprehension, including understanding and applying written technical material, rules, regulations, instructions, reports, charts, graphs, or tables.
Self-management, including setting realistic goals, showing initiative and commitment, completing assignments on time, working with minimal supervision, and demonstrating responsible behavior.
Applicants must be Alaska residents.

Responsibilities

Process, certify, review, and audit payroll and personnel actions for the Alaska Marine Highway System.
Ensure payroll, personnel, and leave transactions comply with applicable Personnel Rules, bargaining unit provisions, statutes, and standard operating procedures.
Provide technical information and assistance to managers, employees, and the public.