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Jefferson Parish, LA

FEDERAL PROGRAMS COORDINATOR (1553)

Jefferson Parish, LA, Gretna, Louisiana, us, 70054

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Salary:

$40,578.00 - $48,694.00 Annually Location :

East Bank - Jefferson Parish, LA Job Type:

Permanent Job Number:

1553-04R Department:

Community Development Programs - Home 1180 Division:

Parishwide 1180-139 Opening Date:

06/27/2025 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 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS.

This employment list will also be used for future EAST

AND

WEST Jefferson vacancies in various Departments as they occur. Kind of Work

Under direction, the purpose of this position is to oversee various programs and projects funded by HOME, CDBG, OLHCHH, and other funding sources as needed. Employees in this classification perform professional and administrative work. Position is responsible for ensuring assigned area is achieving its objectives and performance standards. Employee serves the needs of citizens providing assistance to clients and potential clients. Responsible for ensuring work quality and adherence to established policies and procedures. Performs the more technical and complex tasks relative to the applicable programs. Assist with monitoring of activities to ensure adherence to and compliance with contract specifications and stipulation. Performs related work as required. 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

Meets ONE of the following options: I. Current employment with Jefferson Parish; plus, permanent civil service status at or above the level of Federal Programs Coordinator, Assistant in a position responsible for assisting with the coordination of federal grant programs. OR II. Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; plus, significant (approx. one year), paid work experience assisting with the coordination of federal grant programs. OR III. Possession of an Associate's degree from an accredited college or university; plus, considerable (approx. three years), paid work experience assisting with the coordination of federal grant programs. OR IV. Successful completion of at least eighteen (18) credit hours of coursework from an accredited college or university*; plus, advanced (approx. four years), paid work experience assisting with the coordination of federal grant programs.

*Substitution: A career/technical education program certificate from an accredited technical college in a field of study related to business or accounting may substitute for the required college coursework in Option IV.

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)

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: 1553-04R DATE: 07/30/21 AMENDED: 03/15/24 RE-OPENED: 06/27/25 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 AT or ABOVE the class of Federal Programs Coordinator, Assistant in a position responsible for assisting with the coordination of federal grant programs. I am a current Jefferson Parish employee with permanent Jefferson Parish civil service status AT or ABOVE the class of Federal Programs Coordinator, Assistant but NOT in a position responsible for assisting with the coordination of federal grant programs. I am a current Jefferson Parish employee with permanent Jefferson Parish civil service status in a class BELOW the level of Federal Programs Coordinator, 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 Some College Career/Technical Education Program Certificate Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree Doctorate

04

How many credit hours of accredited college or university coursework have you successful completed?

None Less than 6 credit hours 6 to less than 12 credit hours 12 to less than 18 credit hours 18 to less than 24 credit hours 24 to less than 30 credit hours 30 credit hours or more

05

Do you possess a Career/Technical Education Program Certificate from an Accredited Technical College in a field of study

related to Business or Accounting ?

Yes No

06

The Jefferson Parish Personnel Department must verify all educational credentials. For College Education, you must provide your official college transcripts and/or original college diploma. For High School Education, you must provide your original high school diploma or transcript. 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

college transcripts , the College or University may mail them to: Jefferson Parish Personnel Department Attn: Recruitment Division 200 Derbigny St., Suite 3100 Gretna, LA 70053 OR The College or University may email the official transcripts to jeffjobs@jeffparish.net. For

college and/or high school diplomas , the original, official diploma 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

07

How many years of Paid work experience do you have

assisting with the coordination of federal grant programs ?

None Less than 9 months 9 months to less than 2 years 2 years to less than 2 years 9 months 2 years 9 months to less than 3 years 9 months 3 years 9 months to less than 4 years 4 years to less than 5 years 5 years to less than 6 years 6 years to less than 7 years 7 years to less than 8 years 8 years to less than 9 years 9 years to less than 10 years 10 years or more

08

Describe your Paid work experience assisting with the coordination of federal grant programs.Please be sure to include when and where this experience was obtained. Required Question