ENGINEER I, PROFESSIONAL (4051)

Jefferson Parish Civil Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Purpose of Announcement EXAMINATION IS ANNOUNCED TO ESTABLISH AN EMPLOYMENT LIST TO FILL ONE (2) CURRENT EAST JEFFERSON VACANCIES ONE IN THE DEPARTMENT OF WATER AND THE OTHER IN ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT.

This employment list will also be used for future EAST AND WEST Jefferson vacancies in [various/this] Departments as they occur.

Kind of Work The purpose of this position is to perform entry-level engineering review and design work on Capital Projects and Water system planning, development, design, and construction. Checks projects during construction to ensure compliance with schedules, plans, and specifications. Attends design meetings as well as reviews plans and specifications. The employee will be responsible for Maintenance/Supply Contracts which includes preparing specifications, attending pre-bid conferences, preparing addenda, reviewing bids, issuing bid award recommendations. Assimilates required bid documents. Prepares Council resolutions for bid awards and acceptance of completed contracts. Monitors consulting engineers and contractors during project construction. Checks completed projects and compiles reports on quantities of materials used, workmanship, cost factors, and compliance with plans and specifications. Prepares and/or reviews technical plans and specifications, permit applications, engineering reports, progress reports, and inspection reports. Draws sketches of proposed construction work. Checks job plans and specifications for completeness, inaccuracies, and needed additions; makes necessary corrections, and prepared reports on the revisions. May be required to drive to various locations throughout the parish to perform job duties. Position requires driving of a personal vehicle, thus possession of a valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and personal automobile with minimum liability insurance available for business use (business travel is reimbursed on a mileage basis) will be given preference.Minimum Qualifications For Admission to Examination Current registration as a Professional Engineer qualified to practice in Louisiana.

Proof of license is required.

Related education, experience, and/or professional certification(s) above and beyond the minimum qualifications will be required for consideration of an entrance salary above the minimum rate.Kind of Examination

(ENTRANCE AND PROMOTIONAL)

NON-COMPETITIVE: All persons meeting the stated requirements on this announcement will be issued an Employment Eligibility letter for ENGINEER I, PROFESSIONAL and have their name forwarded to the appointing authority when vacancies arise.

JOB POSTING NO: 4051-01

DATE: 09/23/22

Benefits

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 1-877-677-3678.

Special leaves of absence for military service, maternity leave, etc. may be granted in accordance with the Personnel Rules. Applications may be filed online at http://www.jeffparish.gov/apply OR either of the office addresses below:

Application Offices

East Jefferson: Room 206, 1221 Elmwood Park Blvd. Jefferson, LA 70123

West Jefferson: Suite 3100, 200 Derbigny St. Gretna, LA 70053