Job Details
Salary: $28,778.00 - $44,644.00 Annually
Location : Parish Wide - Jefferson Parish, LA
Job Type: Permanent
Job Number: 3050M-16A
Department: Parks and Recreation - Playgrounds 2534
Opening Date: 05/03/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Jefferson Parish Civil Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Purpose of Announcement
EXAMINATION IS ANNOUNCED TO SUPPLEMENT THE EXISTING EMPLOYMENT LIST TO FILL FOUR (4) CURRENT WEST JEFFERSON VACANCIES IN THE DEPARTMENT OF PARKS & RECREATION.
This employment list will also be used for future EAST AND WEST Jefferson vacancies in this Department as they occur.
Kind of Work
Under general direction, the purpose of this position is to provide supervision and direction over all activities and maintenance staff at a recreation center during assigned shift and acts as back up to the Center Supervisor. Provide work schedules for assigned subordinates to insure performance of routine custodial, field/lawn, and maintenance duties. Responsible for proper janitorial and grounds maintenance of a Parish recreational facility. May assist in the preparation of the grounds for various athletic events, or activities. Employee is responsible for the safe storage of all supplies, tools and equipment; keep accurate records of stock; and requisitions supplies. Employee may work a varied schedule that may include nights, weekends and holidays. 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. The current 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 (1) of the following:
I. Possession of a high school diploma/equivalent; plus, at least six (6) months of paid experience performing manual facilities cleaning and maintenance work at a facility comparable in size to a public Park, Playground, or Recreation Center.
OR
II. At least one (1) year of paid experience in a supervisory position responsible for the direct oversight of personnel and at least six (6) months of paid experience performing manual facilities cleaning and maintenance work at a facility comparable in size to a public Park, Playground, or Recreation Center.
OR
III. Current employment with Jefferson Parish; plus, permanent civil service status and at least two (2) years of experience in the class of Groundskeeper.
NOTE: Any conviction listed in the Louisiana Child Protection Act (Louisiana R.S. 15:587.1) is considered disqualifying, unless written proof of pardon is submitted in time for consideration with the application.
Kind of Examination
(ENTRANCE AND PROMOTIONAL)
The examination consists of a written test (weighted 100%) on the following job knowledge and skill areas: maintenance at recreation facilities, recreation program management, mathematical reasoning, athletics, and supervision. Acceptable applicants will be notified of the date, time, and place of examination.
JOB POSTING NO: 3050M-15A
DATE: 08/24/07
RE-OPENED: 04/15/22
AMENDED: 05/03/24
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-###-####.
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
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.
- 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
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- Doctor of Philosophy
04
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 ...@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.
05
How many years of work experience do you have with Jefferson Parish civil service in the class of GROUNDSKEEPER?
- None
- 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
06
How many months and/or years of PAID experience do you have performing
manual facilities cleaning and maintenance work at a facility comparable in size to a public Park, Playground, or Recreation Center?
- None
- Less than 6 months
- 6 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 PAID work experience performing manual facilities cleaning and maintenance work at a facility comparable in size to a public Park, Playground, or Recreation Center.Please be sure to include when and where this experience was obtained.
08
How many months and/or years of PAID experience do you have in a
supervisory position responsible for the direct oversight of personnel?
- None
- Less than 6 months
- 6 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 PAID experience in a supervisory position, responsible for the direct oversight of personnel. Please be sure to include when and where this experience was obtained.
Required Question