Salary: $37,201.00 - $44,641.00 Annually
Location : Parish Wide - Jefferson Parish, LA
Job Type: Permanent
Job Number: 2731-13A
Department: Water - Distribution 3902
Opening Date: 12/01/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
Jefferson Parish Civil Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Purpose of Announcement
EXAMINATION IS ANNOUNCED TO SUPPLEMENT THE EMPLOYMENT LIST TO FILL TWO (2) CURRENT EAST JEFFERSON VACANCIES AND THREE (3) CURRENT WEST JEFFERSON VACANCIES ALL IN THE WATER DEPARTMENT.
This employment list will also be used for future EAST AND WEST Jefferson vacancies in this Department as they occur.
Kind of Work
This position is responsible for supervising a crew consisting of an equipment operator, skilled, semi-skilled and unskilled workers in the extension of repairs and maintenance of water lines, mains, the installation of new connections for water service, repair and installation of fire hydrants, installation, repair and removal of meters, and maintenance and repair of valves and valve boxes. Receives, investigates and resolves complaints of faulty operator and/or damages to the water distribution system. This position is also an essential, emergency duty status worker and may not be relieved of duty when the Parish President or his designee recommends a voluntary or mandatory evacuation of Jefferson Parish. Position requires driving of a Parish vehicle necessitating a class D license, thus possession of a valid Class D Driver's license and acceptable driving record will be given preference.
Minimum Qualifications For Admission to Examination
Meets one of the following three options:
I. Current employment with Jefferson Parish and permanent civil service status in a classification involving responsibility for assisting with the maintenance and repair of J.P. Public Works sub-surface utility lines.
OR
II. Possession of a high school diploma/equivalent and two (2) years of paid work experience in the maintenance and repair of municipal, sub-surface utility lines.
OR
III. Possession of a valid Class I (or higher) Water or Wastewater Operator Certification given by the Louisiana State Department of Health.
Kind of Examination
(ENTRANCE AND PROMOTIONAL)
Written Test Weighted 50%
Rating of Training and Experience Weighted 50%
The written test is designed to measure ability to read and understand instructions, knowledge of acceptable supervisory procedures and practices, and skill in preparing field reports. Qualified applicants will be notified of the time, place and date of the written examination.
JOB POSTING NO. 2731-13A
DATE: 02/01/08
REOPENED: 12/9/22
AMENDED: 12/01/23
Applications may be filed online at OR either of the office addresses below:
Application Offices
East Jefferson: Room 206, 12221 Elmwood Park Blvd. Jefferson, LA 70123
West Jefferson: Suite 3100, 200 Derbigny St. Gretna, LA 70053
JEFFERSON PARISH CIVIL SERVICE BENEFITS
Vacation (Annual Leave)
Employees accumulate one half day of paid vacation for every two weeks worked.
Leave accrual rates increase with years of service. Any unused annual leave is
usually paid upon separation from Parish Employment.
Sick Leave
Employees accumulate one half day of paid sick leave for every two weeks worked.
Sick leave is available for personal illness, injury or medical consultations.
Holidays
Nine paid official holidays are observed, plus any holidays declared by Parish Officials.
Life Insurance
All regular employees receive a life insurance policy equal to one year's salary.
Extra insurance may be purchased.
Medical Insurance
An HMO medical insurance plan is avalable for employees and their
dependents. Jefferson Parish pays 80% of the premium for employees and 50% of
the premiums for dependents.
A Flexible Benefits Plan
Employees have the opportunity to save money by paying for health
insurance and optional insurance with pre-tax dollars. A Flexible Savings
Account for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care is also available.
Retirement
Most regular employees belong to the Parochial Employees' Retirement
System instead of the Social Security System. For employees hired after
January 01, 2007, a pension calculated at 3% of salary per year of service
is provided upon retirement at age 67 with 7 years of service, age 62 with
10 years of service, or age 55 with 30 years of service.
Tenure Payment
Employees are paid $25 per year of service in December of each year.
Employees must have worked two years before the first check is paid.
Deferred Compensation Plan(457b plan)
Similar to 401K programs, the 457b Deferred Plan allows employees to defer
up to $14,000 of pretax income each year to supplement retirement savings.
Pre-tax contributions can be cashed in upon retirement or termination without
penalty. This plan is provided by Nationwide Retirement Solutions 1-877-###-####.
Special leaves of absence for military service, maternity leave, etc.
may be granted in accordance with the Personnel Rules.
01
The supplemental questions are a very important first step in our screening process. Therefore, you are REQUIRED to complete these questions so that we may initially determine your eligibility for this position. A lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application may result in failure or disqualification for this position. This means you will be ineligible for further consideration in this recruitment process. Please check "yes" to show that you have read and understand this statement.
- Yes
- No
02
Please select the option that best describes your current employment and Jefferson Parish civil service status.
- I am a current Jefferson Parish employee with permanent Jefferson Parish civil service status in a classification involving responsibility for assisting with the maintenance and repair of J.P. Public Works sub-surface utility lines.
- I am a current Jefferson Parish employee with permanent Jefferson Parish civil service status, but NOT in a classification which involves responsibility for assisting with the maintenance and repair of J.P. Public Works sub-surface utility lines.
- I am a current Jefferson Parish employee without permanent Jefferson Parish civil service status.
- I am not a current Jefferson Parish employee.
03
Select the option that describes your highest level of education.
- Some High School
- High School Diploma/GED Certificate
- Some College
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- Doctorate
04
The Jefferson Parish Personnel Department must verify all educational credentials. For High School Education, you must provide your original high school diploma or transcript. For High School Equivalency Education, you must provide your original high school equivalency transcript or diploma.If you are claiming any additional educational credits or licenses on your application, please submit original, official proof of those credentials as well. To expedite the hiring process, we suggest you begin the process of obtaining this information IMMEDIATELY. For high school diploma/transcripts or high school equivalency diploma/transcripts, the original, official diploma or transcripts must be brought into one of the Personnel Offices. Failure to submit Official Transcripts/Diplomas will result in the rejection of your application. Please check "yes" to show that you have read and understand this statement.
- Yes
- No
05
Do you possess a valid Class I (or higher) Water or Wastewater Operator Certification given by the Louisiana State Department of Health?
- Yes
- No
06
How many months and/or years of PAID work experience do you have in the maintenance and repair of municipal, sub-surface utility lines?
- None
- Less than 6 months
- 6 months to less than 1 year
- 1 year to less than 2 years
- 2 years to less than 3 years
- 3 years to less than 4 years
- 4 years to less than 5 years
- 5 years or more
07
Describe your PAID work experience in the maintenance and repair of municipal, sub-surface utility lines. Please be sure to include when and where this experience was obtained.
Required Question
