| Location | LA |
| Salary | $48,786–$58,543 Per Year |
PUBLIC WORKS PROJECT COORDINATOR - PUBLIC UTILITIES(4030)
Salary
$48,786.00 - $58,543.00 Annually
Location
East Bank - Jefferson Parish, LA
Job Type
Permanent
Job Number
4030U-05A
Department
Engineering 3957
Division
Engineering 3957-128
Opening Date
10/30/2026
Closing Date
11/13/2026 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 ENGINEERING AND FUTURE VACANCIES AS THEY OCCUR.
Kind of Work
Under direct supervision of the Engineering Utilities Division Supervisor, N.P., the purpose of this position is to coordinate inspections of various engineering assignments for Department of Engineering inspection personnel, perform skilled inspections and project oversight work of construction, repair and maintenance projects and conditions for adherence to established engineering standards and regulations. Employees perform inspection duties for an assigned area of Jefferson Parish, and perform sub-professional engineering design review and layout work. Individual is responsible for work involving budgeting, estimating and field design changes due to unforeseen problems, inspections and adherence to all contractual items. Individual works collaboratively and coordinates meetings with representatives of Parish departments, engineering / architect firms, utility companies, testing labs, contractors and home owners to resolve complaints, billing discrepancies, and any problems or unforeseen circumstances that may arise. 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, thus possession of a valid drivers license and acceptable driving record will be given preference.
Minimum Qualifications For Admission to Examination
Possession of a current Class IV Water Distribution license issued by the Louisiana State Department of Health & Hospitals, as well as one of the following:
I. Current employment with Jefferson Parish and permanent civil service status in the class of Engineering Inspector II (or above), with at least five (5) years of progressively responsible, full-time, paid work experience in the inspection, construction, and/or maintenance/repair of municipal waterlines, sanitary sewerage lines, and/or drainage outfalls.
II. Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent and at least six (6) years of progressively responsible, full-time, paid work experience in the inspection, construction, and/or maintenance/repair of municipal waterlines, sanitary sewerage lines, and/or drainage outfalls. (Proof of education is required).
SUBSTITUTION: An accredited Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management may substitute for four (4) years of the required work experience, or an accredited Associates degree closely related to Civil Engineering or Construction Management may substitute for two (2) years of the required work experience. (Proof of education is required).
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 but not to exceed the listed salary range.
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. 4030U-05A
DATE: 11/18/16
RE-OPENED: 08/11/23
AMENDED: 10/30/26
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.
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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.
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Do you possess a Class IV Water Distribution license issued by the Louisiana State Department of Health & Hospitals?
03
Please select the option that best describes your current employment and Jefferson Parish civil service status.
04
Select the option that describes your highest level of education.
05
Do you possess an accredited Bachelors degree or higher in Civil Engineering or Construction Management?
06
Do you possess an accredited Associates degree closely related to Civil Engineering or Construction Management?
07
How many years of progressively responsible, Full-Time, Paid work experience do you have in the inspection, construction, and/or maintenance/repair of municipal waterlines, sanitary sewerage lines, and/or drainage outfalls?
08
Describe your Full-Time, Paid work experience in the inspection, construction, and/or maintenance/repair of municipal waterlines, sanitary sewerage lines, and/or drainage outfalls. Please be sure to include when and where this experience was obtained.
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