UTILITY SERVICES TECHNICAL ANALYST (2270)

Jefferson Parish Civil Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Purpose of Announcement EXAMINATION IS ANNOUNCED TO ESTABLISH AN EMPLOYMENT LIST TO FILL ONE (1) CURRENT EAST JEFFERSON VACANCY IN THE DEPARTMENT OF WATER AND FOR FUTURE VACANCIES AS THEY OCCUR. 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 perform Sensus Analytics software and hardware installations, maintenance, and troubleshooting, as needed to serve Utility Services. Installs necessary hardware to connect PCs to the Filed Logic Hand-held Devices. Installs software necessary for running Sensus Analytic programs and monitoring Water analytic operations in Utility Services. Provides operational assistance regarding Customer Portal & Utility Dashboard systems and the Native mobile application in iOS and Android operating platforms. Identifies problems and performs troubleshooting procedures on technological components and equipment involved in the Sensus Analytics system, including Touch Reading Device and Radio Transceiver (End Points). Performs software and data backups, as needed. Maintains the integrity of the AMI Network system by monitoring virus scans, security controls, and data storage. View and send out work orders from the Abnormal Readings reports to verify meter readings before billing to insure accuracy of bills before being mailed to customers. Performs related duties as required. Minimum Qualifications For Admission to Examination Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent AND meets one of the following requirements: 1.Current employment and permanent civil service status in the Water Department at or above the level of Customer Relations Specialist II; PLUS, six (6) months of experience performing administrative duties in the utility billing computer system.

2.One (1) year of experience performing varied clerical duties to include data entry. Routine, standardized and closely supervised experience will not be considered qualifying.

3.Completion of a vocational training program or an Associate's degree in office administration or a related clerical field.

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