Salary: $34,394.00 - $41,273.00 Annually
Location : West Bank - Jefferson Parish, LA
Job Type: Permanent
Job Number: 3037LS-04R
Department: Parks and Recreation - Leisure Services 2533
Opening Date: 08/04/2023
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 THREE (3) 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 Departments as they occur.
Kind of Work

Under general direction, the purpose of this position is to plan, develop, promote, organize, coordinate, schedule and evaluate assigned special program(s). Employees in this classification perform administrative and supervisory work. Employee is responsible for program administration, as well as, ensuring activities and setup, meet the needs and goals of the program. Maintains and reports program staff and/or unclassified employees time/attendance or payroll information for processing. Develops and administers budget for respective program(s). Promotes, organizes, directs, schedules and evaluates assigned special program ensuring all activities meet the goals of the program. Ensures program(s) meets the needs of the community and implements all guidelines, policies, and procedures for the program. Performs basic clerical and administrative functions, to include working on a computer, calculator, printer/scanner/fax, copier, laminator, answering phones, etc. Perform related work as required. Employee will work a flexible schedule which may occasionally include weekdays, weekends, nights and holidays. 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

Candidates must have the knowledge and ability to operate a personal computer, including the use of a word processing program (e.g., Microsoft Word); PLUS , meet one (1) of the following minimum qualification requirements:
1. Current employment with Jefferson Parish and permanent civil service status in the Department of Parks and Recreation, supplemented by at least one (1) year of verifiable and responsible work experience in organizing and coordinating various recreational activities.
OR
2. Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Recreation, Recreation Administration, Physical Education, or a related field.
OR
3. Completion of high school (or equivalent) or completion of business/vocational school (if academic courses were included), supplemented by at least two (2) years of verifiable and responsible work experience in organizing and coordinating various recreational activities.
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.
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: 2533LS-04R
DATE: 07/24/20
RE-OPENED: 08/04/23

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 the Department of Parks and Recreation.
• I am a current Jefferson Parish employee with permanent Jefferson Parish civil service status in a Department other than Parks and Recreation.
• 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
• Completion of Business/Vocational school (included academic courses)
• Some College
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctorate

04

Do you possess at least a Bachelor's degree with major coursework in Recreation, Recreation Administration, Physical Education, or a related field?

• Yes
• No

05

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

06

Do you have training and/or experience in operating a personal computer, including the use of a word processing program (e.g., Microsoft Word)?

• Yes
• No

07

How many months and/or years of verifiable and responsible work experience do you have in organizing and coordinating various recreational activities?

• 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

08

Describe your verifiable and responsible work experience in organizing and coordinating various recreational activities. Please be sure to include when and where this experience was obtained.
Required Question