Jefferson Parish, LA
Salary : $31,001.00 Annually
Location : East Bank - Jefferson Parish, LA
Job Type: Permanent
Job Number: 4005-04A
Department: Engineering 3957
Division: Engineering 3957-128
Opening Date: 06/21/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
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 ENGINEERING.
This employment list will also be used for future EAST AND WEST Jefferson vacancies in this Department as they occur.
Kind of Work
The purpose of this position is to act as an instrument technician on the field survey team. Employee operates automated field equipment, including transit, level, distance meter, total station, and GPS to measure and record survey data for use in a variety of projects including the design, planning or analysis of land boundaries, the preparation of construction plans and documents, and geodetic control. Performs construction layout operations for the installation of infrastructure, including streets, bridges, drainage facilities, and water and sewer facilities. Collects, researches and prepares data for use by field survey teams. Performs other job related duties as requested. 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
Meets one of the following options:
I. Current employment with Jefferson Parish and permanent civil service status as a Land Survey Assistant.
II. Completion of high school/equivalent and six (6) months of field experience assisting with land surveying work.
III. Completion of high school/equivalent and nine (9) months of field experience assisting with other construction site work, involving taking measurements.
OR
IV. Possession of a career/technical program diploma or certificate in a construction-related field.
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.
JOB POSTING NO. 4005-04A
DATE: 4/10/09
RE-OPENED: 07/16/21
AMENDED: 06/21/24
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 1-877-677-3678.
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.
02
Please select the option that best describes your current employment and Jefferson Parish civil service status.
03
Select the option that describes your highest level of education.
04
Do you possess a career/technical program diploma or certificate (or higher) in a construction-related field?
05
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.
06
How many months and/or years of field experience do you have assisting with land surveying work?
07
Describe your field experience assisting with land surveying work. Please be sure to include when and where this experience was obtained.
08
How many months and/or years of field experience do you have assisting with other construction site work, involving taking measurements?
09
Describe your field experience assisting with other construction site work, involving taking measurements. Please be sure to include when and where this experience was obtained.
Required Question
Location : East Bank - Jefferson Parish, LA
Job Type: Permanent
Job Number: 4005-04A
Department: Engineering 3957
Division: Engineering 3957-128
Opening Date: 06/21/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
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 ENGINEERING.
This employment list will also be used for future EAST AND WEST Jefferson vacancies in this Department as they occur.
Kind of Work
The purpose of this position is to act as an instrument technician on the field survey team. Employee operates automated field equipment, including transit, level, distance meter, total station, and GPS to measure and record survey data for use in a variety of projects including the design, planning or analysis of land boundaries, the preparation of construction plans and documents, and geodetic control. Performs construction layout operations for the installation of infrastructure, including streets, bridges, drainage facilities, and water and sewer facilities. Collects, researches and prepares data for use by field survey teams. Performs other job related duties as requested. 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
Meets one of the following options:
I. Current employment with Jefferson Parish and permanent civil service status as a Land Survey Assistant.
II. Completion of high school/equivalent and six (6) months of field experience assisting with land surveying work.
III. Completion of high school/equivalent and nine (9) months of field experience assisting with other construction site work, involving taking measurements.
OR
IV. Possession of a career/technical program diploma or certificate in a construction-related field.
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.
JOB POSTING NO. 4005-04A
DATE: 4/10/09
RE-OPENED: 07/16/21
AMENDED: 06/21/24
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 1-877-677-3678.
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 as a Land Survey Assistant.
- I am a current Jefferson Parish employee with permanent Jefferson Parish civil service status in a class other than Land Survey Assistant.
- 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
- Completion of Career/Technical Program
- Some College
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- Doctorate
04
Do you possess a career/technical program diploma or certificate (or higher) in a construction-related field?
- Yes
- No
05
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
06
How many months and/or years of field experience do you have assisting with land surveying work?
- None
- Less than 6 months
- 6 months to less than 9 months
- 9 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 field experience assisting with land surveying work. Please be sure to include when and where this experience was obtained.
08
How many months and/or years of field experience do you have assisting with other construction site work, involving taking measurements?
- None
- Less than 6 months
- 6 months to less than 9 months
- 9 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
09
Describe your field experience assisting with other construction site work, involving taking measurements. Please be sure to include when and where this experience was obtained.
Required Question