Human Resource Technician ; Payroll

Job Description

This position is open to Alaska Residents only.

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The Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Division of Administrative Services is recruiting

for a Human Resource Technician 3 (Payroll) located in Anchorage or Juneau, Alaska!

Join the Department of Fish & Game’s (DFG) Human Resource (HR) team to provide technical information, support and assistance to DFG managers and employees. In this position, you’ll gain hands‑on experience in human resources, building both knowledge and practical skills in Payroll.

Under the general supervision of the Payroll Supervisor, you will direct and perform payroll duties, including resolving complex payroll, leave and compensation issues and assisting with training. Additionally, providing guidance to DFG’s Payroll Team, admin staff and employees, incorporating regulations, policies and procedures.

You’ll join a collaborative HR team that values strong partnerships, problem-solving, and service to our uniquely diverse workforce. Your work will help keep DFG running smoothly and ensure our employees are supported, informed, and paid accurately.

The Department of Fish and Game's mission is to manage, protect, maintain, and improve the fish, game, and aquatic plant resources of Alaska. The work done in the Division of Administrative Services
- Human Resource Section, is to directly support all departmental programs and services needed to ensure we meet department, divisional, state and federal objectives.

The department strives for a diverse and inclusive workforce where safety, well‑being, and work‑life balance are paramount. Employees at all levels promote a culture where everyone is valued, treated equitably, and treated respectfully.

At DFG’s Division of Administrative Services (DAS), we don’t just support the mission—we live it. We value each person as an individual and take pride in the work we do for our department and for the Alaskans who depend on us. When you join DFG, you become part of a team that champions work–life balance, encourages professional growth, and cultivates a positive, supportive environment where everyone can thrive.

You’ll work alongside dedicated colleagues who care deeply about Alaska’s resources and the communities that rely on them. Together, you’ll be part of a cohesive, collaborative payroll team committed to ensuring every DFG employee is paid accurately and on time—because their work matters, and so does yours.

This position is located in Juneau or Anchorage.

Juneau DFG Headquarters is right on the Downtown Boardwalk and overlooking the stunning Gastineau Channel. You’ll enjoy easy parking, quick access to coffee and lunch spots, and a beautiful waterfront walking path perfect for mid‑day resets or after‑work strolls.

The Anchorage Fish and Game office is near the Chugach Mountains, with easy access to nearby hiking trails and the scenic Anchorage coastline, offering staff a close connection to Alaska’s natural landscapes.

DFG is committed to true work–life balance. After a successful training period, you’ll have the flexibility of a hybrid schedule that blends in‑office collaboration with telework days. You can also shape your workday within standard Monday–Friday operating hours, giving you room to build a schedule that supports both your productivity and your life outside the office.

We are interested in candidates who possess some or all of the following position specific competencies:

Treats others with courtesy, sensitivity, and respect. Considers and responds appropriately to the needs and…