Job Information

Open to the general public and any current Municipal employee.

This position is represented by the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 1547, and is subject to the provisions of the current agreement between the Municipality of Anchorage and the Union.

DEPARTMENT : Development Services

HOURS OF WORK : Monday to Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm

LOCATION : 4700 Elmore Road

To be considered for employment, applicants must be legally authorized to work and accept employment in the United States. The Municipality of Anchorage is not able to provide any type of sponsorship, including Student Visas and Employment Visas, under any circumstances.

Applicants shall be referred and considered for this position in the order as follows per the Collective Bargaining Agreement:

Internal applicants currently working under the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (Local 1547) Collective Bargaining Agreement
Local union dispatched applicants
External applicants and other current Municipal employees not covered under this agreement

Job Bid Process Instructions

In accordance with the current Collective Bargaining Agreement between the MOA and IBEW Local 1547, ONLY applicants who meet the minimum qualifications as identified will be forwarded electronically to the Chief Shop Steward (or designee).

In Addition, ONLY Applicants Who Submit An Official Electronic Application Online (via NeoGov) AND a Sealed Bid Packet To The Chief Steward (or Designee) May Be Considered. The Sealed Bid Packet Must Include And Be Completed As Follows

A copy of the printed official electronic application along with any required attachments as identified in the minimum qualifications. Applicants may obtain a copy of their official electronic application from the MOA's Employment Office.
Sealed and labeled with the date and position applied for printed on the exterior.
Signed across the sealed flap and printed name on the exterior.
Delivered to the Chief Shop Steward or Assistant Shop Steward no later than 3:30 PM on the closing date shown on this announcement.
NOTE: Applicants will not be required to attach items that are required at time of appointment/hire.

Job Bid Committee Process May Include

An interview with the Job Bid Committee.
A review of the employee's personnel file.
A review of the employee's attendance records.
The Job Bid Committee may ask applicants to bring to the interview or provide after the interview, documented proof of the applicant's licenses, certifications, degrees or other qualifications claimed.

If selected, the effective date of appointment to this position will be indicated in the Bid Award Announcement. The selected candidate must successfully complete any pre-hire requirements prior to being placed in the position.

Example of Duties

Inspects buildings and structures during construction, as well as those undergoing alteration, repair, etc. Assesses compliance with building codes and plans. Writes inspection reports about code issues found. Inspects commercial buildings, when required by ordinance, for annual licensing. Responds to inquiries regarding various code issues. Attends and participates in meetings, training sessions, and technical seminars. Assists with code abatement inspections and performs other duties as assigned. Position requires daily driving to visit inspection sites.

Minimum Qualifications / Substitutions / Preferences

High school diploma, GED, or the equivalent, and six (6) years of journeyman level experience in commercial and/or residential building construction or commercial building inspection.

OR

High school diploma, GED, or the equivalent, and four (4) years of journeyman level experience in commercial and/or residential building construction; and International Code Council (ICC) certification appropriate to this classification.

OR

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field, and two (2) years of journeyman level experience in commercial and/or residential building construction.

Must Possess And/or Obtain

Satisfactory background check which includes criminal, education, and employment history at time of hire.
Valid State of Alaska Driver’s License and satisfactory Driving Record at time of hire.
International Code Council certification appropriate to this classification within two years of hire.

Additional Important Information

The Municipality of Anchorage participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-verify Program. For more information, please go to http://www.uscis.gov/E-verify. E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

If selected for hire, the appointment in this position will be conditional based upon a satisfactory Municipal Employment Office conducted Background Check. A Background Check encompasses criminal history, verifying education, and verifying dates of employment.

If selected for hire, appointment in this position will be conditional based upon the submission of a current copy of the applicant's Alaska Driver's License, and a current (dated within 30 days from date requested) copy of his/her Department of Motor Vehicle driving record, including a driving record from previous states, if the Alaska Driver's License was first issued within one year prior to application, documenting an acceptable driving history. The processing fee(s) are the responsibility of the selected applicant. For information on acceptable driving history, please refer to the MOA Driving Conviction Guidelines.

All required certifications and/or licenses must remain current for the duration of employment.

As a condition of employment, the candidate selected must provide their Union Dispatch Referral Form by the time of hire.

Military Service Interview Preference

Veterans who wish to be considered for interview preference, as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D, must attach to the application a copy of their DD Form 214, DD Form 256, NGB Form 22, or a letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs, recognizing the person as a veteran. The attached documentation must show an honorable discharge or general (under honorable conditions) discharge. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.

Individuals currently serving as a member in good standing in the National Guard or the organized military reserves who wish to be considered for interview preference, as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D, must attach proof of current service to the application. Proof of current service can be shown by submission of a statement of service which, at a minimum, shows the full name, date of birth, Social Security Number, date service began, branch of service, rank, name of command providing the information, and unit of assignment. The statement of service must be on a form or letterhead of the individual’s command organization, and shows the name, signature, title, and contact information of the signer providing the statement of service. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.

The Municipality of Anchorage is an Employer of National Service. Please be sure to include any volunteer work with AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, or other national service programs on your application in the work history portion.

Application Process

Once an applicant clicks on the "Apply" link underneath the header section of a vacancy announcement, they will be directed to the www.GovernmentJobs.com website to log into their existing account (or to create an account) of their application profile. Applicants will create or review their profile, make any updates necessary, and submit their application from their personal account.

NOTE: The GovernmentJobs website and applicant's profile accounts are not administered by the Municipality of Anchorage. For technical assistance or customer service regarding an account profile, applicants may contact the GovernmentJobs customer support line at 1-855-524-5627.

For general questions regarding Municipal vacancy announcements or the employment process with the Municipality of Anchorage, applicants may contact the Human Resources Department at 907-343-4442 during regular business hours of Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Alaska Standard Time.

The MOA is an EO and AA Employer and complies with Title I of the ADA.

For information regarding requests for reasonable accommodations related to employment under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Municipality of Anchorage ADA Coordinator at 907-343-4571.

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability and Retirement Benefits are provided by the Alaska Electrical Trust Fund. For additional information, go to www.aetf.com.

The Municipality of Anchorage offers a benefit package that includes Life Insurance, Optional Supplemental Life Insurance, Dependent Life Insurance, and Employee Assistance Program benefits.

01

In order to be considered, applicants must provide accurate and complete education and work history information in its entirety. The referenced information listed on the online application will be used to determine the applicant's qualifications toward meeting the minimum requirements for the position (e.g., if you list that you have 6 years of experience in a certain field, that experience must be easily identifiable on the 'Work Experience' section of your application).

Attaching a resume is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume" or any similar comment on any portion of your application may lead to you being disqualified for the position.

If the experience you reference in the below questions is not clearly included and described in your Work History section, your application will be considered not qualified for this position and you may be removed from consideration.

Do you understand, in order to be considered for this position, accurate and complete education and work history information must be provided?

02

Are you a current Municipal employee within Development Services?

03

Are you a member of the International Brotherhood Electrical Workers (IBEW) Union, Local 1547?

04

Which best describes your completed level of education?

Less than high school
High school diploma, GED, or the equivalent
Associate’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field

05

Which best describes your journeyman level experience in commercial and/or residential building construction or commercial building inspection?

Less than 2 years
2 years to less than 4 years
4 years to less than 6 years
6 years or more

06

Do you have the International Code Council (ICC) certification appropriate to this classification?

07

If you do not currently have the International Code Council (ICC) certification appropriate to this classification, you must obtain it within 2 years of hire. Do you understand and accept this requirement?

Yes
No
N/A - I have the International Code Council (ICC) certification appropriate to this classification

08

Do you have or can you obtain a valid State of Alaska Driver’s License by the time of hire?

Yes
No
Required Question