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Natural Resource Specialist 2/3 (PCN 10-1674)

This listing closes on 8/11/2025 at 5:00 PM Alaska.

Employer: State of Alaska

Salary: $2,411.25 - $2,778.00 Biweekly

Location: Juneau, AK

Job Type: Full Time

Job Number: 50872

Department: Natural Resources

Division: Mining, Land & Water

Opening Date: 07/14/2025

Closing Date: 8/11/2025 at 5:00 PM Alaska

Position Open To: Alaska Residents Only

Bargaining Unit: General Government

Range: 16/18

Job Description

The Department of Natural Resources, Division of Mining, Land & Water, is recruiting for a Natural Resource Specialist 2/3 in Juneau.

This position is open to Alaska Residents only.

Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.

What You Will Be Doing:

The duties include:

• Collaborating with a team in a dynamic and diverse office setting.
• Generating innovative solutions to land management problems.
• Researching and adjudicating conveyances of State land.
• Leading sound decision-making affecting municipalities, organizations, and individuals in Alaska.

If you want to make a difference in Alaska, our team is looking for you!

Mission and Values/Culture:

The DNR mission is to develop, conserve, and maximize Alaska's natural resources. The DMLW mission is to manage state-owned land and water for maximum public benefit. The Land Conveyance Section (LCS) supports land entitlement and promotes land ownership for Alaskans, aiding community development.

Benefits of Joining Our Team:

• Work with experienced professionals.
• Impact the lives of Alaskans.
• Training, teleworking, and flexible schedules.
• Supportive environment and professional growth.
• Opportunities for advancement.

The Working Environment:

Located downtown Juneau with parking and access to city amenities. Core hours are 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday. Hybrid telework and travel for field inspections are possible.

Candidate Competencies:

• Adaptability
• Interpersonal Skills
• Problem Solving

Learn more about working for DMLW here.

Minimum Qualifications

Competency-Based Minimum Qualifications: Support your application with work history, education, licenses, etc., demonstrating the required competencies.

Natural Resource Specialist 2 – Salary starting at $2411.25

Qualifications include:

• Analytical Thinking/Problem-Solving
• Decision-Making
• Legal and Government Knowledge
• Oral Communication
• Writing Skills

Equivalent to education in natural resource fields or related professional experience.

Natural Resource Specialist 3 – Salary starting at $2778.00

Qualifications include:

• Analytical Thinking/Problem-Solving
• Decision-Making
• Environmental Science Knowledge
• Legal and Government Knowledge
• Writing Skills

Equivalent to education in natural resource or related fields and responsible professional experience.

Additional Information

Prepare required documents for interview: cover letter, performance evaluations or references, driver's license, and resume.

Travel within Alaska may be required. Apply via Workplace Alaska or paper application by the deadline.

If invited, submit a writing sample explaining how your experience supports the role.

Answer supplemental questions regarding proficiency levels in key competencies.

Ensure education credentials are verified if used for minimum qualifications.

Foreign education must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency.

Complete work experience details are necessary for application review.

Current state employees should indicate their bargaining unit. The position is flexibly staffed, with promotion upon demonstrating competencies. Valid driver's license required.

Alaska State employment benefits include health, life, retirement, paid leave, and holidays.

Proficiency levels in key skills are rated from Mastery to Discovery. Confirm your proficiency for each.

By applying, you acknowledge understanding of the application requirements and the importance of documentation.