Human Resource Consultant 5

ATTENTION: Salary Schedules have been updated as of 7/1/2026. The salary for this position has been updated to reflect this change.

Come join the State of Alaska!

This job class uses Competency Based minimum qualifications (MQs). Please read the Competency Based MQ instructions below to learn more.

ATTENTION ALASKA RESIDENTS!

The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF)

Program Management and Administration

is looking for a Human Resource Consultant 5 to help us

Keep Alaska Moving!

What you will be doing:

The Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (DOT&PF) is seeking a strategic and collaborative leader to oversee the department's shoreside payroll program and help shape the future of payroll services across the organization.

In this key leadership role, you will provide vision, direction, and oversight for payroll operations that support a diverse DOT&PF workforce across Alaska. You will shape department payroll strategy, establish governance and compliance frameworks, and ensure the consistent application of collective bargaining agreements, employment laws, and statewide payroll policies.

As the department's senior shoreside payroll leader, you will partner with executive leadership, collaborate across agencies, and lead continuous improvement efforts that strengthen payroll services and support organizational goals. You will evaluate and resolve complex issues involving financial risk, labor relations, and audit exposure while balancing legal requirements, contractual obligations, and operational needs.

This position provides leadership to supervisory and professional staff and is responsible for maintaining the integrity, consistency, and effectiveness of a decentralized payroll program. You will play a critical role in developing employees, supporting professional growth, fostering collaboration, and creating a positive work environment that promotes engagement, accountability, and retention.

If you are ready to make a meaningful impact, lead innovative payroll initiatives, and help shape the future of payroll operations for one of Alaska’s largest agencies, we encourage you to apply.

Our organization, mission, and culture:

DOT&PF’s mission is to “Keep Alaska Moving” and our HR vision is "We will work to serve the department by being a trusted resource, strategic partner, leader, and innovator in the delivery of human resource services. DOT&PF continues to strengthen and expand its payroll operations, we remain focused on building a workplace that promotes engagement, teamwork, and exceptional service to our employees and stakeholders."

The benefits of joining our team:

You will join a collaborative and experienced HR team that values professionalism, innovation, and continuous improvement. This position offers a unique opportunity to help build the future of payroll services within DOT&PF as the department expands its payroll operations and develops long-term payroll capacity, expertise, and service delivery.

The work performed in this position has a direct impact on employees throughout Alaska and provides an opportunity to contribute to lasting organizational success. The State of Alaska also offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, flexible work options, and a strong retirement system.

Please see here for more information: https://doa.alaska.gov/dop/workplace/benefits/.

The DOT&PF core values are integrity, excellence, respect, and safety.  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.

The working environment you can expect:

Our office is located in Juneau with convenient access and ample parking. You will join a team navigating an exciting period of growth and transformation as DOT&PF expands its payroll operations, providing opportunities to collaborate with staff and leaders across the department while helping shape the future of payroll services.

Who we are looking for:

To be successful in this position, the selected candidate will possess the following competency:

Supervision:

Plans, distributes, and monitors work assignments; sets task priorities; evaluates work performance and provides feedback to others on their performance; ensures that staff are appropriately selected, utilized, and developed, and that they are treated in a fair and equitable manner. Assignments include the authority and responsibility to recommend or independently take action to employ (i.e., appoint, transfer, promote), discipline or discharge, or adjudicate grievances of direct reports.

To view the general description and example of duties for positions please go to the following link:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/

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