Got this last night from my friend there:

Newsflash from Alaska HR:

The Hiring Outlook

Starting in April, we will resume interviews. Initially it will be about 8 a month and that will slow down the shrinking of the pool we have currently. The application process is changing as well. On the company website, under CAREERS, is a link to Talent Community. Prospective candidates should go on Talent Community and follow the instructions. We will pull candidates directly from the Talent Community and we will no longer have a mass application window. Talent Community will always be accessible to candidates interested in interviewing with us.