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The Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education (ACPE) is seeking an Analyst/Programmer who is innovative and has proficiency in analyzing and programming with complex software databases and customer interfaces. We maintain several existing applications and have many opportunities to create new processes including, but not limited to new user interfaces; data modeling and management; and web design.

Our mission, organization and culture:
ACPE promotes access to and success in education and career training beyond high school. We are Alaska’s trusted higher education state agency; our purpose is to serve Alaskans! Our IT team includes networking, business analysts, and programming staff. We are devoted to being on the leading edge and are constantly looking for continuous improvement. Our IT vision is to be the trusted, technically relevant department that our customers can always count on.

Benefits of joining our team and work environment:
This is a highly flexible position with working locations in either Anchorage or Juneau, and is eligible for telework if you choose! We offer training opportunities and a casual work environment. You will have lots of control over your work. We are a collaborative team that support one another and help test and enhance our software products.

What you will do and who are we looking for:
Duties include but are not limited to:

• Write and maintain well-designed software programs on a variety of equipment, including designing user interfaces
• Monitor software configurations for data reliability and customer satisfaction
• Respond to users requests for ad hoc reports
• Work with a team of business analysts to translate system requirements into prototypes
• Plan and design system and application architecture
• Investigate new techniques and technologies for the development of ACPE efforts

We are looking for ability to and familiarity with:

• Microsoft suite, including SQL server/SQL database/SQL query, active directory, IIS, etc.
• Relational database and reporting concepts, applications, and database security
• Object-oriented programming, Power Shell, C#, ASP.Net Web applications, CMS, HTML, Visual studio, and other scripting languages
• Job schedulers, automation, and batch processing
• Skills in: Project and organization management, technical report writing, interpersonal skills

Minimum Qualifications

Two (junior AP range 18), four (intermediate AP range 20) or six (senior AP range 22) years of related experience OR a combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the equivalent of those essential duties of the job.

Substitution/Education for Junior AP:
A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in Computer Information Systems (CIS), Computer Sciences (CS) or closely related degree with (18) semester/(24) quarter hours of CIS or CS may be substitute for the required years of experience.
OR
Proof of self-learning, independent skill-building, online courses, programming podcasts, and bootcamps may be substitute for related experience if shown core competencies can meet the essential duties of the job for the junior programmer range 18.

Special Note:
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 distinguished by the candidate’s experience, proficiency, judgement and independence when working in project groups and completing technical project methodology.

Other Information
This is a fully exempt job class under AS 39.25.110(11).

Additional Required Information

EDUCATION
If postsecondary education is being used to meet minimum qualifications, you must complete the Education and Training section of the application and attach your transcripts to your application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of credit hours earned in the Degrees Obtained field.

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.

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT TIME OF APPLICATION

• Cover Letter: highlight your knowledge, skills and abilities as they relate to the key responsibilities and desired traits in the job description above. If you do not address these you may not advance to the next step of the selection process. Please attached the cover letter to your application before submitting it online.
• Transcripts: if being used as substitution for work experience.
• Proof of self-learning: if being used as a substitute for work experience.

INTERVIEW
Applicants invited for an interview will be required to provide the following at time of interview:

• List of three (3) professional references including current daytime phone numbers
• Copy of your two (2) most recent performance evaluations
• Responses to pre-interview questions- questions to be sent to candidates approved for an interview

THIS RECRUITMENT IS FOR ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY
This recruitment is open to Alaska Residents only. Applicants must meet Alaska Residency Requirements to be considered for employment at this time.

Special Notice: Please Read Carefully
An applicant’s response to the minimum qualification question must be supported by the job application.

This position is established as a flexibly-staffed position for ranges 18 to 22. Series levels are distinguished by the organization's business needs and the candidate's experience, proficiency, judgment, and independence. This vacancy may be filled at either the Junior, Intermediate, or Advanced level depending on the applicant's training and/or experience.

This position is in the exempt service; therefore, it is not covered by the terms of a collective bargaining agreement. As a result, ACPE may choose to fill this position as soon as a qualified applicant is identified. While ACPE is in the Department of Education and Early Development for administrative support services only, the Commission and its staff are not subject to the direction of the Commissioner of Education and Early Development nor the State Board of Education. Applicants who have any type of educational loan with the Commission must be current in payments to be considered for employment. A routine background check will be conducted on those applicants interviewed and under serious consideration for the position.

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 465-4095 in Juneau or (907) 465-3412 (TTY) 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.

Contact Information

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/js_lostpswd.cfm?&topheader=alaska

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 Alaska Care 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)

• 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

Paid Leave & Other Benefits

• Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served
• Twelve (12) paid holidays a year