Jefferson Parish, LA
ELECTRICAL INSPECTOR II - STREET LIGHTING (5112)
Jefferson Parish, LA, Gretna, Louisiana, us, 70054
Salary:
$40,009.00 - $62,067.00 Annually
Location :
East Bank - Jefferson Parish, LA
Job Type:
Permanent
Job Number:
5112S-02A
Department:
Engineering - Street Lighting 3110
Opening Date:
03/01/2024
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
Under general supervision, the purpose of the position is to supervise, coordinate and perform electrical inspection, code enforcement and related administrative tasks and personnel within an assigned office. Employee performs the technical review of plans and specifications for new installations of street lights in new subdivisions; notifies Street Lighting Division Manager of approvals and disapprovals, in accordance with the Parish Code of Ordinances and the National Electrical Code. Advises the Street Lighting Division Manager of the use and repair of street lights, and keeps the Street Lighting Division Manager informed on the latest trends in the area of street lighting. Personally meets with contractors on the job site to perform inspections, troubleshoots street lighting problems and insures that work is performed in accordance with contract provisions and all electrical codes and regulations. Inspections consist of inspecting piles, foundations, foundation pours as it relates to electrical work, installation of conduit, standards, wiring, fuse holder assemblies, and feed points. Employee goes out into the field to ascertain need for street lights throughout unincorporated Jefferson Parish as well as does night runs and Night Inspections. Checks and approves or rejects applications for Electrical installations, reviews layouts and specifications, and advises contractors, architects, engineers and others on legal requirements of codes and ordinances. Prepares and maintains record installations, inspections certificates of approval and As-built drawings. This position is an essential, emergency duty status worker and may not be relieved of duty when the Parish President or their designee recommends a voluntary or mandatory evacuation of Jefferson Parish. Position requires driving of a Parish vehicle necessitating a class D license, thus possession of a valid Class D Driver's license and acceptable driving record will be given preference.Minimum Qualifications For Admission to Examination
Meets one of the following two options:(1) Current employment with Jefferson Parish and permanent civil service status as an Electrical Inspector, with at least one (1) year of experience working in that capacity;
OR
(2) Possession of a Jefferson Parish Electrical Class "A" license or Louisiana State Electrical License.
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: 5112S-02ADATE: 05/13/22AMEDNED: 03/01/24
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 isusually paid upon separation from Parish Employment.
Sick LeaveEmployees accumulate one half day of paid sick leave for every two weeks worked.Sick leave is available for personal illness, injury or medical consultations.
HolidaysNine paid official holidays are observed, plus any holidays declared by Parish Officials.
Life InsuranceAll regular employees receive a life insurance policy equal to one year's salary.Extra insurance may be purchased.
Medical InsuranceAn HMO medical insurance plan is avalable for employees and theirdependents. Jefferson Parish pays 80% of the premium for employees and 50% ofthe premiums for dependents.
A Flexible Benefits PlanEmployees have the opportunity to save money by paying for healthinsurance and optional insurance with pre-tax dollars. A Flexible SavingsAccount for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care is also available.
RetirementMost regular employees belong to the Parochial Employees' RetirementSystem instead of the Social Security System. For employees hired afterJanuary 01, 2007, a pension calculated at 3% of salary per year of serviceis provided upon retirement at age 67 with 7 years of service, age 62 with10 years of service, or age 55 with 30 years of service.
Tenure PaymentEmployees 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 deferup to $14,000 of pretax income each year to supplement retirement savings.Pre-tax contributions can be cashed in upon retirement or termination withoutpenalty. 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.
YesNo
02
To qualify for this position, you must be a current Jefferson Parish employee with permanent Jefferson Parish civil service status. 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 an Electrical Inspector.I am a current Jefferson Parish employee with permanent Jefferson Parish civil service status in a class other than an Electrical Inspector.I am a current Jefferson Parish employee without permanent Jefferson Parish civil service status.I am not a current Jefferson Parish employee.
03
How many months and/or years of experience do you have working in the capacity of an Electrical Inspector in the Jefferson Parish Engineering Department's Street Lighting Division?
NoneLess than 6 months6 months to less than 1 year1 year to less than 2 years2 years to less than 3 years3 years to less than 4 years4 years to less than 5 years5 years or more
04
Do you possess a Jefferson Parish Electrical Class "A" license or Louisiana State Electrical License?
YesNo
Required Question
$40,009.00 - $62,067.00 Annually
Location :
East Bank - Jefferson Parish, LA
Job Type:
Permanent
Job Number:
5112S-02A
Department:
Engineering - Street Lighting 3110
Opening Date:
03/01/2024
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
Under general supervision, the purpose of the position is to supervise, coordinate and perform electrical inspection, code enforcement and related administrative tasks and personnel within an assigned office. Employee performs the technical review of plans and specifications for new installations of street lights in new subdivisions; notifies Street Lighting Division Manager of approvals and disapprovals, in accordance with the Parish Code of Ordinances and the National Electrical Code. Advises the Street Lighting Division Manager of the use and repair of street lights, and keeps the Street Lighting Division Manager informed on the latest trends in the area of street lighting. Personally meets with contractors on the job site to perform inspections, troubleshoots street lighting problems and insures that work is performed in accordance with contract provisions and all electrical codes and regulations. Inspections consist of inspecting piles, foundations, foundation pours as it relates to electrical work, installation of conduit, standards, wiring, fuse holder assemblies, and feed points. Employee goes out into the field to ascertain need for street lights throughout unincorporated Jefferson Parish as well as does night runs and Night Inspections. Checks and approves or rejects applications for Electrical installations, reviews layouts and specifications, and advises contractors, architects, engineers and others on legal requirements of codes and ordinances. Prepares and maintains record installations, inspections certificates of approval and As-built drawings. This position is an essential, emergency duty status worker and may not be relieved of duty when the Parish President or their designee recommends a voluntary or mandatory evacuation of Jefferson Parish. Position requires driving of a Parish vehicle necessitating a class D license, thus possession of a valid Class D Driver's license and acceptable driving record will be given preference.Minimum Qualifications For Admission to Examination
Meets one of the following two options:(1) Current employment with Jefferson Parish and permanent civil service status as an Electrical Inspector, with at least one (1) year of experience working in that capacity;
OR
(2) Possession of a Jefferson Parish Electrical Class "A" license or Louisiana State Electrical License.
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: 5112S-02ADATE: 05/13/22AMEDNED: 03/01/24
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 isusually paid upon separation from Parish Employment.
Sick LeaveEmployees accumulate one half day of paid sick leave for every two weeks worked.Sick leave is available for personal illness, injury or medical consultations.
HolidaysNine paid official holidays are observed, plus any holidays declared by Parish Officials.
Life InsuranceAll regular employees receive a life insurance policy equal to one year's salary.Extra insurance may be purchased.
Medical InsuranceAn HMO medical insurance plan is avalable for employees and theirdependents. Jefferson Parish pays 80% of the premium for employees and 50% ofthe premiums for dependents.
A Flexible Benefits PlanEmployees have the opportunity to save money by paying for healthinsurance and optional insurance with pre-tax dollars. A Flexible SavingsAccount for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care is also available.
RetirementMost regular employees belong to the Parochial Employees' RetirementSystem instead of the Social Security System. For employees hired afterJanuary 01, 2007, a pension calculated at 3% of salary per year of serviceis provided upon retirement at age 67 with 7 years of service, age 62 with10 years of service, or age 55 with 30 years of service.
Tenure PaymentEmployees 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 deferup to $14,000 of pretax income each year to supplement retirement savings.Pre-tax contributions can be cashed in upon retirement or termination withoutpenalty. 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.
YesNo
02
To qualify for this position, you must be a current Jefferson Parish employee with permanent Jefferson Parish civil service status. 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 an Electrical Inspector.I am a current Jefferson Parish employee with permanent Jefferson Parish civil service status in a class other than an Electrical Inspector.I am a current Jefferson Parish employee without permanent Jefferson Parish civil service status.I am not a current Jefferson Parish employee.
03
How many months and/or years of experience do you have working in the capacity of an Electrical Inspector in the Jefferson Parish Engineering Department's Street Lighting Division?
NoneLess than 6 months6 months to less than 1 year1 year to less than 2 years2 years to less than 3 years3 years to less than 4 years4 years to less than 5 years5 years or more
04
Do you possess a Jefferson Parish Electrical Class "A" license or Louisiana State Electrical License?
YesNo
Required Question