| Location | LA |
| Salary | $69,990–$108,577 Per Year |
COMPUTER NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR (1269)
Salary
$69,990.00 - $108,577.00 Annually
Location
East Bank - Jefferson Parish, LA
Job Type
Permanent
Job Number
1269-05R
Department
Building Permits 0110
Division
Building Permits 0110-021
Opening Date
09/04/2026
Closing Date
9/18/2026 11:59 PM Central
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 BUILDING PERMITS.
This employment list will also be used for future EAST AND WEST Jefferson vacancies in various Departments as they occur.
NOTE: Selective certification of eligibles with current and extensive experience indicating a thorough knowledge of the policies, practices and procedures unique to the Department of Building Permits will be used in filling this vacancy.
Kind of Work
The purpose of this position is to install new hardware or software systems, or components, ensuring integration with existing network systems. This position is the first point of contact for troubleshooting all technical problems that arise within the Building Permits Department on PCs, laptops, tablets, cell phones, hot spots, printers, and related computer peripheral equipment. Employee installs, configures, and supports networking equipment such as routers and switches. Reviews specifications, and recommends purchase of computer equipment, and systems. Makes recommendations for upgrades. Interfaces with the parish Information System staff and contractors on behalf of the Building Permit Department. Responsible for issuing computers, netbooks, tablets, iPhones, and maintains an accurate log on all computer related equipment. Installs, configures, and maintains PC servers; Installs server operating systems, operating system patches, and operating system upgrades. Creates and runs reports on data from Building Permit Regulatory, and Violation Systems as well as special projects when assigned. Position requires driving of a personal vehicle, thus possession of a valid drivers 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 four options:
I. Current employment with Jefferson Parish and permanent civil service status in the class of Computer Network Specialist; plus, at least three (3) years of experience working in a technology role in the J.P. Department of Electronic Information Systems.
OR
II. At least seven (7) years of work experience implementing and supporting computer systems in a mid-sized business or larger environment, involving Windows Server, Microsoft Office 365, Microsoft Exchange, SQL, LANs/WANs, and network segments; qualifying experience must include significant recent experience (i.e., at least nine months gained within the last two years). Plus, must have at least three (3) years of experience in a supervisory capacity over technical support staff.
OR
III. Possession of an accredited Associates degree in Computer Information Systems, Computer Science, or a closely related field and at least five (5) years of work experience implementing and supporting computer systems in a mid-sized business or larger environment, involving Windows Server, Microsoft Office 365, Microsoft Exchange, SQL, LANs/WANs, and network segments; qualifying experience must include significant recent experience (i.e., at least nine months gained within the last two years). Plus, must have at least three (3) years of experience in a supervisory capacity over technical support staff.
OR
IV. Possession of an accredited Bachelors degree in Computer Information Systems, Computer Science, or a closely related field and at least three (3) years of work experience implementing and supporting computer systems in a mid-sized business or larger environment, involving Windows Server, Microsoft Office 365, Microsoft Exchange, SQL, LANs/WANs, and network segments; qualifying experience must include significant recent experience (i.e., at least nine months gained within the last two years). Plus, must have at least three (3) years of experience in a supervisory capacity over technical support staff.
Preferred: Active certifications from Microsoft, VMware, Fortinet, and CISCO are preferred.
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: 1269-04R
DATE: 08/31/18
RE-OPENED:09/04/26
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
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 years 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
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 an accredited Bachelors degree or higher in Information Systems, Computer Science, or a closely related field?
05
Do you possess an accredited Associates degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or a closely related field?
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.
07
How many years of experience do you have working in a technology role in the J.P. Department of Electronic Information Systems?
08
How many years of work experience do you have implementing and supporting computer systems in a mid-sized business or larger environment, involving Windows Server, Microsoft Office 365, Microsoft Exchange, SQL, LANs/WANs, and network segments?
09
Was any of your work experience as described in Question 8 above gained within the last 2 years?
10
Describe your work experience implementing and supporting computer systems in a mid-sized business or larger environment, involving Windows Server, Microsoft Office 365, Microsoft Exchange, SQL, LANs/WANs, and network segments. Please be sure to include when and where this experience was obtained.
11
How many years of work experience do you have serving in a supervisory capacity over technical support staff?
12
Describe your work experience serving in a supervisory capacity over technical support staff. Please be sure to include when and where this experience was obtained.
13
Do you possess an active certification from Microsoft?
14
Do you possess an active certification from CISCO?
15
Do you possess an active certification from Fortinet?
Required Question
Employer Jefferson Parish
Address 200 Derbigny Street, Suite 3100
Gretna, Louisiana, 70053
Phone 504-364-2730
504-736-6364
Website http://www.jeffparish.gov/apply