HUMANE OFFICER (6612)

Jefferson Parish Civil Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Purpose of Announcement EXAMINATION IS ANNOUNCED TO SUPPLEMENT THE EXISTING EMPLOYMENT LIST TO FILL TWO (2) CURRENT WEST JEFFERSON VACANCIES IN THE ANIMAL SHELTER.

This employment list will also be used for future EAST AND WEST Jefferson vacancies in this Departments as they occur. Kind of Work The purpose of this position is to enforce animal control laws and ordinances while responding to the needs of animals in the community. Responsible for handling a variety of duties involving animals to include but not limited to rescuing, trapping, seizing, transporting, impounding. Check vaccination records, issue warnings, and summons. Attends legal proceedings, and must be able to communicate results to court officers or liaisons. Prepares investigative reports and performs property inspections. Enforces all animal control and anti-cruelty ordinances and statutes. Conduct daily patrols throughout the Parish. Responds to animal related emergencies. Impounds at-large dogs, cats, or other small animals. Rescues animals in distress. Investigates complaints of animal abuse, and enforces all animal control laws. Required to work scheduled stand-by in order to provide 24-hour service for seriously sick or injured strays and bring them to veterinarians for emergency treatment. Employees may be required to successfully participate in a job-related training course of approximately 240 hours duration during their probationary period. The employee must be comfortable performing animal retrieval/rescue work around bodies of water and must be willing to participate in Slackwater Animal Rescue Training. This position is 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, thus possession of a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record will be given preference. Minimum Qualifications For Admission to Examination Possession of a high school diploma or equivalency certificate; PLUS six (6) months of experience (paid or volunteer) in caring for and handling of animals in a facility such as animal shelter, veterinary clinic, pet store, research lab, or similar facility.

SUBSTITUTION: Successful completion of college coursework in animal health care, animal behavior or a related field may substitute for the above required experience.

Kind of Examination

(ENTRANCE AND PROMOTIONAL)

The examination may consist of a written test, a rating of training and experience, an oral panel interview or any combination thereof. Acceptable applicants will be notified of the time, date, and place of any assembled testing. Applicants must supply complete and accurate information concerning their training and experience including a detailed description of their work experience, the names and addresses of all previous employers and the dates of employment. The information is subject to verification and the Personnel Department reserves the right to determine the quality and quantity of education and experience claimed for credit.

POSTING NO. 6612-15A

DATE: 12/03/10

RE-OPENED:08/01/25

AMENDED: 10/31/25

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