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September 16, 2025

Appraiser IISALARY:  $39.41 HourlyLOCATION:  JHAC (Juanita Helms Administration Center)JOB TYPE:  Regular Full TimeJOB NUMBER:  FY26-00003DEPARTMENT:  AssessingDIVISION:  ASSESSINGOPENING DATE:  09/15/2025CLOSING DATE:  9/28/2025 9:00 PM AlaskaFLSA:  Non-ExemptBARGAINING UNIT:  01- APEABasic Function The Appraiser II performs real property inspections, data collection, obtains construction costs, and estimates observed quality, condition, and components for all property within the FNSB boundaries for tax assessment purposes.SALARY:                                    16AREPORTS TO:                           Deputy AssessorPOSITIONS SUPERVISED:      None Typical Duties1.    Perform on-site inspection of real property to determine building specifications, dimensions, grades, and quality of workmanship and materials.2.    Analyze, assemble, and correlate all available information to arrive at a predicated fair market value of each subject property.3.    Collect and review sales information to compare with proposed assessed value.4.    Assist property owners at the counter and by phone concerning assessments.5.    Prepare and assist in the preparation of value defenses for hearing before the Board of Equalization.6.    Update property files with new information and enter data into the computer.7.    Perform other related work as assigned in connection with compiling market data for property valuation and tax roll preparation.Position RequirementsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:1.    High school diploma or equivalent and up to one (1) year of vocational/technical training; three (3) years of experience as a real estate appraiser or related work experience which would provide significant knowledge of the quality of construction and relative costs and give experience in placing market value upon residential property.2.    Demonstrated knowledge of principles, techniques, and practices of real property valuation and appraisal.3.    Demonstrated knowledge of current land development and building construction methods, and real estate practices.4.    Must have and be able to maintain a valid driver’s license. Must meet insurance standards and maintain insurability under the Borough's insurance program. If personal automobile is used for Borough business, proof of automobile insurance at statutory limits must be provided. (A CURRENT COPY OF DRIVING RECORD WILL BE REQUIRED UPON REQUEST)KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES1.    Ability to read and comprehend appraisal manuals, legal descriptions, maps, zoning regulations, building plans, and specifications.2.    Ability to perform geometric mathematical computations and use calculator.3.    Ability to meet the public and represent the Borough in a professional manner and express oneself effectively, both orally and in writing.OTHER1.    A PROFICIENCY EXAM MAY BE ADMINISTERED.2.    This position requires a criminal background check.Additional Information JOB CONTACTS:Frequent interdepartmental business contact; continuous, routine public contact and occasional contact involving outside organizations/agencies. JOB RESPONSIBILITY:Does not supervise; experiences minor problems daily and occasional major ones that must be resolved with minimal supervision; consequences of error, carelessness or mistaken judgment require serious effort to recover or error may not be recoverable. WORK ENVIRONMENT:General office where conditions are pleasant; while in the field, there is major accident/hazard risk and disagreeable conditions on a somewhat continuous basis; requires short periods of moderate lifting, pushing or pulling (26-50 lbs.).  BenefitsThe FNSB offers its employees generous benefits that include competitive pay, affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance, optional Flex-Spending Account, and retirement benefits via PERS, the state of Alaska's retirement system.You will also enjoy 13 paid holidays and a minimum of 24 personal leave days per year for full time employees.  Application Procedure: Apply OnlineIndividuals interested in applying for this position must submit a completed online application on or before the closing date and time as specified in the Job Posting. Online applications can be located at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/FNSB.For additional information please call (907) 459-1202 or the Borough Direct Job Line at (907) 459-1206.The Borough complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need an accommodation to participate in the application/interview/selection process, contact the Human Resources Office at (907)459-1202 or the EEO office.  The EEO Compliance Officer can be contacted at (907) 459-1309. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

September 15, 2025

The Department of Corrections, Division of Institutions, is recruiting for an Adult Probation Officer 1/2A for the Anchorage Correctional Complex (ACC) located in Anchorage, Alaska.  What You Will Be Doing:Responsible for a full range of probation work in an institution.80 to 100 clients are assigned.Perform classification reviews.Interview and evaluate people seeking parole/probation.Prepare reports, conduct individual counseling, assess needs, and refer appropriately for work and rehabilitation centers. Our Mission, Values, and Culture:The Alaska Department of Corrections provides secure confinement, reformative programs, and a process of supervised community reintegration to enhance the safety of our communities.We are trained professionals committed to a safe, open and respectful organization.We are dedicated to public safety and will always respect the rights and dignity of victims of crime and offenders in our charge will be treated in a safe and humane manner and will be expected to enhance their ability to reform every day. Benefits of Joining Our Team:Work with a dynamic group of individuals.Work with a variety of experienced DOC professionals.Assist and promote personal growth of subordinates through training, coaching, and mentoring. The Working Environment You Can Expect:This fast-paced environment offers opportunities for professional development and fosters a positive workplace culture, with frequent interactions across multiple disciplines within the institution.Conveniently located in downtown Anchorage, the complex is close to local shopping and dining options. Who We Are Looking For:We are interested in candidates who possess some or all of the following position specific competencies: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.Decision Making: Makes sound, well-informed, and objective decisions; perceives the impact and implications of decisions; commits to action, even in uncertain situations, to accomplish organizational goals; causes change.Flexibility: Is open to change and new information, adapts behavior or work methods in response to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles; effectively deals with uncertainty. Minimum QualificationsPJ04A1 –Adult Probation Officer 1 A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in any field.Or substitution:Four years of paraprofessional experience in probation, parole, pretrial, criminal justice, juvenile justice, social services, corrections, criminal investigation, public safety or law enforcement. Or substitution:Four years in any combination of postsecondary education from an accredited college and paraprofessional experience in probation, parole, pretrial, criminal justice, juvenile justice, social services, corrections, criminal investigation, public safety or law enforcement (2.67 semester hours or 4 quarter hours of post-secondary education are equal to one month of experience).   All Adult Probation Officer 1 positions are flexibly staffed. Advancement to the Adult Probation Officer 2 level occurs only when the incumbent successfully completes all training, including the specified terms of the APSC training and certification requirements, and is certified by the supervisor as prepared to perform at the next level. Advancement to the Adult Probation Officer 2B level is contingent upon completion of the Department’s Probation Officer Academy and the Probation Officer Field Training Manual. PJ04A2/PJ04A3–Adult Probation Officer 2 (A or B) Successful completion of training under a formally established Adult Probation Officer 1-2 (A or B) flexible staffing training plan with the State of Alaska;ORA bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in any field.  AndOne year of professional experience in probation, parole, pretrial, criminal justice, juvenile justice, social services, criminal investigation, public safety or law enforcement, or as a social services case manager or counselor.   Or substitution:Five years in any combination of postsecondary education from an accredited college and paraprofessional experience in probation, parole, pretrial, criminal justice, juvenile justice, social services, criminal investigation, public safety, law enforcement or corrections. (2.67 semester hours or 4 quarter hours of postsecondary education are equal to one month of experience).Special Note (All Levels):At the time of employment, a qualified applicant must: be 21 years of age and a United States citizen or a United States National; have a high school or home school diploma recognized or certified by a state or a local school district within a state as having met that state's graduation requirement; or have a General Educational Development certificate. Possess a valid driver's license issued within the United States at time of appointment. Some positions in this job class series may be required to carry a firearm and maintain a firearms proficiency qualification. If this requirement is present, it will be stated in the position description and vacancy announcement. Employees may be required to work shift assignments and on-call availability may be required. Individuals not continuously employed since February 9, 1991, by the State of Alaska Department of Corrections in a "correctional officer," "probation officer," or "parole officer" position, as defined by 13 AAC 85.900, are subject to requirements established by Alaska Police Standards Council (APSC). As a condition of continued employment, these individuals must obtain a basic correctional officer certificate issued by the APSC within 14 months of hire. Any employment action that resulted in discharge, resignation in lieu of discharge, or discipline, must be disclosed at the time of application to vacancies within this classification. Applicants who fail to provide this information will be deemed to be ineligible for interview or further consideration. Applicants with an employment action that makes them ineligible for certification under APSC regulations will be ineligible to receive an interview or further consideration. For purposes of the minimum qualifications for this job class, "misdemeanor" means:  1) A crime classified as a misdemeanor in Alaska at the time the crime was committed.  2)  A crime committed in another jurisdiction for which there was a conviction in that jurisdiction by a civilian or military court is a "misdemeanor" conviction if the crime has elements similar to those of a misdemeanor under Alaska law at the time the offense was committed.  3) An offense punishable as a misdemeanor in Alaska or under the law of another jurisdiction, that results in a completed suspended imposition of sentence, expungement of record, or a pardon, is considered a "misdemeanor" conviction unless the offense was committed by the person before the age of 21. A qualified applicant may not:  Have been convicted of any felony or a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence by a civilian court of Alaska, the United States, another state or territory, or by a military court. Have been convicted during the past ten (10) years by a civilian court of Alaska, the United States, another state or territory, or by a military court of a crime of dishonesty or moral turpitude, of a crime that resulted in serious physical injury to another person, or of two or more driving under the influence offenses. Have illegally manufactured, transported, or sold a controlled substance during the past 10 years, provided you were under 21 years of age at the time. Have illegally used a Schedule IA, IIA, IIIA, IVA, or VA controlled substance during the past 5 years, provided you were at least 21 years of age at the time. Have used marijuana during the last year, provided you were at least 21 years of age at the time. Have been denied certification by the Alaska Police Standards Council or the responsible certifying agency in any other issuing jurisdiction unless the denial, revocation, or surrender has been rescinded by the council under 13 AAC 85.270 or by the responsible certifying agency of the issuing jurisdiction. Have ever used a controlled substance while employed as a certifiable municipal, state, federal peace officer, correctional officer, adult probation officer, or military law enforcement officer.

September 12, 2025

The Department of Natural Resources, Division of Forestry & Fire Protection, is recruiting for a Forester 4 Statewide Inventory Forester in Fairbanks, Alaska. Application period closes 9/24/2025 5:00 PM Alaska. What You Will Be Doing:  The Statewide Inventory Forester (Forester 4) is responsible for:Managing and coordinating two multi-million-dollar Joint Venture Agreements with the Forest Service; one to install permanent plots in interior Alaska for the Forest Inventory & Analysis Program (FIA), the other a $4,000,000 Challenge Cost Share Agreement with the Forest Service to inventory timber in the Tongass National Forest. Designing and implementing a statewide timber inventory on all state land managed by the Alaska Department of Natural Resources, and coordinating, hiring, and supervising staff for the University of Alaska inventory.Providing technical assistance to the DOF’s Area Foresters and Forest Planners with field work and a variety of forest management issues.Performing field inspections, compiling available data, checking for accuracy, and reporting on the Alaska Forest Resources and Practices Act (FRPA) as needed. Mission and Values/Culture:  The mission of the Division of Forestry is to develop, conserve, and enhance Alaska's forests to provide a sustainable supply of forest resources for Alaskans. We are leaders in wildland fire protection and management, forestry, policy (Alaska Forest Resources and Practices Act), as well as community and cooperative forestry programs across the State. Our influence crosses ownership boundaries through:  Leadership of all-risk incident management teams. Fulfilling agreements for the management of federal timber resources under the Good Neighbor Authority. Inventory of statewide timber resources. Implementation of best management practices that apply to all commercial operations. Benefits of Joining Our Team:  This is a great opportunity to advance your career in Forest Management in a dynamic, highly productive workplace while learning from current agency and industry professionals. You will fill a critical role in our team in the Northern Region and have opportunities to develop as a leader.   The Working Environment You Can Expect:  This position is based in the Northern Region DNR building in Fairbanks, AK, offering a peaceful and friendly office environment. Located conveniently near shopping, dining, and incredible recreation opportunities.We are looking for a candidate who possesses the following position-specific competencies.  Supervision: Plans, distributes, and monitors work assignments; sets task priorities; evaluates work performance and provides feedback to others on their performance; ensures that staff are appropriately selected, utilized, and developed, and that they are treated in a fair and equitable manner. Assignments include the authority and responsibility to recommend or independently take action to employ (i.e., appoint, transfer, promote), discipline or discharge, or adjudicate grievances of direct reports.  Analysis and Assessment: Uses information technology in accessing, collecting, analyzing, maintaining, and disseminating data and information. 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. Planning and Evaluating: Organizes work, sets priorities, and determines resource requirements; determines short- or long-term goals and strategies to achieve them; coordinates with other organizations or parts of the organization to accomplish goals; monitors progress and evaluates outcomes. Scientific Research: Knowledge of the concepts, principles, and theories of scientific principles related to environmental, ecological, biological, or physical science and the methods and processes used to conduct a systematic and objective inquiry, including study design, collection, analysis, and interpretation of data, and the reporting of results. Click here to learn more about working for the Division of Forestry & Fire Protection. Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree from an accredited college in forestry, natural resources, or a closely related field that includes a minimum of 24 semester hours or 36 quarter hours in forestry or closely related curricula.AND EITHEROne years of professional advanced level experience in forestry, natural resources, or a closely related field. The required experience includes work such as Forester 3 or Natural Resource Specialist 3 with the State of Alaska, or the equivalent with another employer.ORThree years of professional journey level experience in forestry, natural resources, or a closely related field. The required experience includes work such as Forester 2, Fire Management Officer, State Logistics Center Coordinator, or Natural Resource Specialist 2 with the State of Alaska, or the equivalent with another employer. Substitution:Four years in any combination of post secondary education from an accredited college that includes a minimum of 24 semester hours or 36 quarter hours in forestry, natural resources, or a closely related field AND journey level experience in the technical aspects of forest management and practices such as fire prevention, suppression, timber sales, reforestation or inventory may substitute for the required bachelor's degree. (2.67 semester or 4 quarter hours of post-secondary education are equal to one month of experience). The experience includes work such as Wildland Fire and Resource Technician 3, Wildland Forestry Technician 2, or Wildland Fire Dispatcher with the State of Alaska, or the equivalent with another employer. Certification from an accredited vocational technical school in forestry, natural resource management, or a closely related field and three years of experience in the technical aspects of forest management and practices such as fire prevention, suppression, timber sales, reforestation or inventory may substitute for the required bachelor's degree. The experience includes work such as Wildland Fire and Resource Technician 3, Wildland Forestry Technician 2, or Wildland Fire Dispatcher 2 with the State of Alaska, or the equivalent with another employer. Certification via NWCG (National Wildfire Coordinating Group) Incident Qualification Card (AKA 'red card') within the preceding three (3) years in any of the following will substitute for the required education:1.      Incident Commander Type 2 (ICT2),2.      Planning Section Chief Type 2 (PSC2),3.      Operations Section Chief Type 2 (OSC2), or4.      Logistics Section Chief Type 2 (LSC2)For NWCG Incident Qualification Card certification information see: National Incident Management System (NIMS): Wildland Fire Qualification System Guide (PMS 310-1). Special Note:Closely related curricula and work experience includes fields such as: geosciences, geography, natural resources, environmental sciences, soils, hydrology, wildlife habitat management, forest engineering, remote sensing, vegetation classification, natural resource bio-metrics, and wildland fire control. One year of work experience equals 12 months of seasonal work. Positions may require travel both in and out-of-state for fire suppression assignments; may be on stand-by or recall status during the fire season; may be assigned work in and out of the area that requires the absence from the duty station for 14 to 21 days; may fly in small fixed wing aircraft or helicopters and handle hazardous materials.Most positions require "Red Card" qualification under the Incident Command System.Some positions may require a commercial driver's license with appropriate endorsements.