| Location | Fairbanks, AK |
| Salary | $24.87–$28.28 Per Hour |
Accounting Technician 1 / 2 (PCN: 251674)
Salary
$24.87 - $28.28 Hourly
Location
Fairbanks, AK
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
55901
Department
Transportation and Public Facilities
Division
DEC-Design, Eng, and Constr Admin Support Services
Opening Date
11/02/2026
Closing Date
11/12/2026 5:00 PM Alaska
Division
Northern Region Construction & CIP Support
Position Open To
Alaska Residents Only
Bargaining Unit
General Government
Range
12 / 14
Job Description
ATTENTION ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY!
The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF), Northern Region Construction & CIP Support, is looking fill our an Accounting Technician 1/2 position to help us Keep Alaska Moving!
Accounting Technician 1 - $24.87 Hourly / OT Eligible
Accounting Technician 2 - $28.28 Hourly / OT Eligible
What you will be doing:
This position provides technical accounting and administrative support to the Northern Region Design, Engineering, & Construction (NR DE&C) section.
At the Accounting Technician 1 level, with training and guidance, you will process payroll and equipment cost transfers, review financial coding, and help research and correct accounting errors. You will maintain financial records and spreadsheets and assist with reviewing purchasing requests and purchasing card transactions for accuracy and compliance.
At the Accounting Technician 2 level, you will independently process payroll and equipment cost transfers, analyze financial reports, resolve accounting discrepancies, and prepare adjusting journal entries. You will also review and approve purchasing requests and purchasing card transactions, ensure accurate coding and compliance, and help staff resolve payroll and purchasing issues.
Our organization, mission, and culture:
You will build accounting and administrative skills through hands-on training while supporting transportation projects that connect Alaska's communities.
The benefits of joining our team:
This position is flexibly staffed. This vacancy may be filled at either the Accounting Technician 1 or the Accounting Technician 2 level depending on the applicants training and/or experience. Please respond to all of the minimum qualification questions. If filled at a lower level, incumbent will have the opportunity to advance to the next level upon managements assessment that the incumbent is performing adequately and has successfully completed the training plan and meets the minimum qualifications of the higher level.
Part-time telework may be an option for this position after initial training is completed.
The working environment you can expect:
This position is located in Fairbanks.
Our office environment is a well balanced mix of in-office and teleworking staff and is centrally located in Fairbanks. Our collaborative team environment is comprised of motivated and dedicated individuals who strive to provide excellent service and support. We promote a healthy work and life balance and enjoy a positive work environment.
Who we are looking for:
To be successful in this position, the selected applicant will possess the following core competencies:
Please provide detailed descriptions of your duties in the "work Experience" section, clearly outlining how your skill and experience align with the minimum qualifications and competencies listed below.
Special Note:
To view the general description and example of duties for positions please go to the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs
Minimum Qualifications
Accounting Technician 1
One year of clerical work experience maintaining records that included using computer systems and performing basic arithmetic calculations.
Substitutions:
Successful completion of a formal vocational education program in accounting or bookkeeping will substitute for the required experience.
Post secondary education from an accredited college will substitute for the required experience (3 semester/4 quarter hours equal one month).
Accounting Technician 2
One year of entry technical level accounting or clerical bookkeeping experience.
Substitutions:
Certification as an Accounting Technician from an accredited college will substitute for the required experience.
Post secondary education from an accredited college will substitute for the required experience (3 semester/4 quarter hours equal one month) if it includes at least 6 semester/8 quarter hours in Accounting.
Additional Required Information
At time of interview, applicants are requested to submit (if not already attached to your application):
ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY
Please be sure to check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.
FLEXIBLY STAFFED (1/2)
This position is flexibly staffed. It may be filled at the 1 or 2 level, depending on the applicants training and/or experience. The full range of salaries is listed above. Starting salary will be determined by the level the position is hired at. If filled at a lower level, promotion to the higher level will occur upon successful completion of the probationary period and required training, as well as the applicant meeting the minimum qualifications of the higher job class.
EDUCATION
To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competencies, 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 with each application. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts). Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of interview; if not, transcripts will be required before employment.
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.
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.
Contact Information
For specific information about this position, please contact the hiring manager at the following:
Name: Deborah Yeager, Administrative Operations Manager 1
Phone: (907) 451-5301
Email: deborah.yeager@alaska.gov
OR
Name: Becca Fox, Administrative Assistant 3
Phone: (907) 451-5428
Email: becca.fox@alaska.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
The following employee groups are covered by Union health trusts. Contact the appropriate Union for additional information.
Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit)
Optional Insurance Benefits
Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses
Retirement Benefits
See https://drb.alaska.gov/retiree/ for additional information
Paid Leave & Other Benefits
Employer State of Alaska
Address PO Box 110201
Juneau, Alaska, 99811
Phone (800) 587-0430 (Statewide toll-free number)
(907) 465-4095 (Juneau and out-of-state callers)
Website http://workplace.alaska.gov/