Shoreside Support & Administration
Shoreside Support and Administration consists of various departments. Each department provides all of the necessary land-based support that is needed to keep the system running. Aside from Reservations located at the Juneau Central Office (JCO) and the Terminals that are located in port communities, most of these departments operate out of Ketchikan in either the Ketchikan Central Office (KCO) or the Marine Engineering Facility (MEF).
Executive Management: Includes Executive Managment with ISM
Business Development: Computer Services, Finance, Administration, Information Technology, Marketing, Reservations & Sales, Terminals and Terminal Services.
Marine Engineering: Vessel Engineering and Marine Facilities
Marine Operations: Passenger Services, Vessel Operations, Licensed & Unlicensed Dispatching, Training and Vessel Scheduling, Security, Environmental Compliance and Safety.
Currently recruiting for:
Currently recruiting for: Ferry Terminal Agent 1 - CORDOVA - (Seasonal)
The Alaska Marine Highway System is seeking a dedicated and customer-focused Ferry Terminal Agent 1 to join our team in Cordova, Alaska. As a Terminal Agent 1, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of our ferry terminal facilities. Responsibilities include assisting passengers with ticketing and boarding processes, providing information and assistance, and maintaining a clean and organized terminal environment. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills, excellent customer service abilities, and the ability to work in a dynamic, team-oriented environment. If you're passionate about providing top-notch service and are excited to be part of Alaska's essential transportation network, we encourage you to apply and embark on this rewarding journey with us.
What you will be doing:
In this role, you will work with a fun, team-oriented office and provide support to staff, Alaskan customers and tourist visiting. Including tying and untying vessels, operating the hydraulic ramp, using a computerized reservation system, printing tickets for passengers, and staging vehicles for loading. This position will give you the tools and knowledge you will need to advance with AMHS and help you to achieve your long-term career goals.
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 working environment you can expect:
This position is located in Cordova, Alaska.
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.
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 and an excellent retirement plan. 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.
Who we are looking for:
Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the applicant with the core competencies of:
- Computer Skills: Uses computers, software applications, databases, and automated systems to accomplish work.
- Attention to Detail: Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
- Customer Service: Anticipates and meets the needs of both internal and external customers. Delivers high-quality products and services; is committed to continuous improvement.
- Clerical: Knowledge of filing, typing, entering data, maintaining records, taking shorthand, and using and completing forms.
- Oral and Written Communication: Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral and written presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.