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# IT Client Support Specialist 4

- **Company:** State of Alaska
- **Location:** Anchorage, AK, United States (Remote available)
- **Salary:** $72,684.0 - $76,320.0
- **Contract:** Temporary to permanent
- **Skills:** Active Directory, Microsoft Azure, VoIP, Information Systems, System Configuration, Issue Tracking Systems, Key Management, Microcomputer, Microsoft Office, Network Administration, Security Software, Service-Oriented Architecture, Windows Desktop, Tablet Computers, Software Troubleshooting
- **Published:** May 15, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=55cf953ba54265b8

## About the Role

Do you have a valid Driver's License license?, Do you have experience in Technical Proficiency?, We are interested in candidates who possess some or all of the following position specific competencies:

 * Adaptability: Adjusts planned work by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to address multiple demands and competing priorities in a changing environment.
 * 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.
 * Creativity and Innovation: Develops new insights into situations; questions conventional approaches; encourages new ideas and innovations; designs and implements new or cutting-edge programs/processes.

Special Note:

 * A valid Driver's License is required for this position.
 * A valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) is required for this position. Information about TWIC can be found below in the job bulletin., The State of Alaska (SOA) uses four levels of proficiency to measure and describe an applicant's level of competence in applying certain behaviors, knowledge, skills, and abilities to accomplish a specific task. The four proficiency levels are: Mastery, Fluency, Literacy, and Discovery. You will need to rate your proficiency level for each competency listed in the supplemental questions., 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.

## Description

Incumbent will provide technology support services primarily for the Alaska Marine Highway System (AMHS) within the Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (DOT&PF) and work in collaboration with other IT professionals to provide customer service and technical support for a broad range of technology services across the AMHS vessel fleet and terminals.

This position is responsible for troubleshooting, analyzing, tracking and resolving hardware and software problems in a ticketing system to ensure service delivery fulfillment. This includes Windows Desktop Platforms, Microsoft Active Directory, Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Office 365, Endpoint Management Software & Solutions, Microsoft Teams, VoIP Phones, Network & Server Equipment, Microcomputer PC Laptop & Tablets, Printers/MFP's, Cabling, Imaging, Configuring & Deploying Workstations, Mobile Devices and other technologies.

In addition, this position will manage user and computer objects in Active Directory, Group Policy, and may assist in maintaining, installing & monitoring servers, routers, switches and other server room equipment. This position collaborates with other IT positions to assist with intrusion remediation, following security best practices.

Our organization, mission, and culture:
The State of Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities' mission is to Keep Alaska Moving. We are working toward a modern, adaptable, flexible transportation system that will be resilient as we tackle our challenges. We believe collaboration, communication, and coordination increase our ability to succeed. Creating teams that are focused on results, working together, and leveraging resources across our department, with community and private sector partnerships, increases our ability to accomplish our mission and serve Alaskans.

The benefits of joining our team:
Joining the Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (DOT&PF) offers an array of benefits, with career growth opportunities at the forefront. As an integral part of Alaska's infrastructure development and maintenance, DOT&PF provides employees with a dynamic and diverse work environment where they can continually enhance their skills and climb the career ladder. The department values professional development, offering training programs and mentorship opportunities to help individuals expand their expertise and advance in their chosen fields. With the vast and unique challenges of Alaska's geography and climate, employees can work on groundbreaking projects that contribute to the state's growth, making the DOT&PF an ideal choice for those seeking a fulfilling and evolving career in transportation and public facilities.

The State of Alaska has a generous benefits package. Please see here for more information: https://doa.alaska.gov/dop/workplace/benefits/.

The DOT&PF core values are integrity, excellence, and respect. We support an environment focused on teamwork and collaboration to achieve results. We succeed in achieving our transportation mission through building credibility with our customers, stakeholders, and the public. A successful candidate will have sound judgment, decision-making, and a strong ethical and professional conduct history

The working environment you can expect:
The position may be filled in Juneau or Anchorage. Once hired and trained, and with supervisor approval, this position is appropriate for in-state teleworking.
Working at the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) offers a uniquely challenging and rewarding environment. With Alaska's diverse and expansive terrain, coupled with its extreme weather conditions, employees of the DOT&PF can work in various locations, including remote locations and urban centers, addressing a wide range of transportation needs. Their roles demand adaptability and resourcefulness as they maintain and improve roads, bridges, airports, ports, and public facilities in a state known for rugged terrain and extreme seasonal changes. This work not only presents professionals with a range of fascinating challenges but also allows them to contribute to developing and maintaining critical infrastructure against the backdrop of Alaska's breathtaking natural beauty, reflecting a strong commitment to safety and environmental responsibility, Please ensure your application (through work history, training, education, licenses, certifications, etc.)
Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the applicant with competencies in

 * Network Management: Knowledge of the operation, management, and maintenance of network and telecommunication systems and linked systems and peripherals.
 * Strategic Thinking: Formulates objectives and priorities; implements plans consistent with the long-term interests of the organization in a global environment. Capitalizes on opportunities and manages risks.
 * Systems Life Cycle: Knowledge of systems life cycle management concepts used to plan, develop, implement, operate, and maintain information systems.
 * Technical Expertise: Effectively applies technical knowledge to solve a range of problems; develops technical solutions to new or highly complex problems that cannot be solve using existing methods or approaches; is sought out as an expert to provide advice or solutions in the technical area., Training and progressive experience in installing new computers, printers, and other peripheral devices; loading and troubleshooting software and hardware systems; maintaining security software; and configuring network settings for workstations.
Special Note:
"Competencies" means a combination of interrelated knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors that enable a person to act effectively in a job or situation.
"Typically gained by" means the prevalent, usual method of gaining the competencies expected for entry into the job.
"Training" means the process of acquiring knowledge and skills through instruction. It includes instruction through formal and informal methods (such as classroom, on-line, self-study, and on-the-job), from accredited and unaccredited sources, and long-duration (such as a post-secondary degree) and short-duration (such as a seminar) programs.
"Professional experience" means work that is creative, analytical, evaluative, and interpretive; requires a range and depth of specialized knowledge of the profession's principles, concepts, theories, and practices; and is performed with the power or right to decide or act according to one's own judgment.
"Progressively responsible" means indicating growth and/or advancement in complexity, difficulty, or level of responsibility.

Additional Required Information

At time of interview, applicants are requested to submit (if not already attached to your application):

 * Three (3) professional references, one of which should be from a former or current supervisor, including name, job title, and current phone numbers.
 * Two (2) most recent performance evaluations. If recent performance evaluations are unavailable, please provide two (2) professional letters of reference.


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