PLANNER I (5085)

Salary : $44,682.00 - $53,618.00 Annually

Location : East Bank - Jefferson Parish, LA

Job Type : Permanent

Job Number : 5085-06R

Department : Planning 0068

Opening Date : 12 / 06 / 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 PLANNING AND FUTURE VACANCIES AS THEY OCCUR.

Kind of Work

The purpose of this position is to participate, under supervision, in the acquisition, organization, and analysis of social, economic, geographic and engineering data. Employee receives training in the techniques of Geographic Information System (GIS) and charts, graphs and maps. Receives training in special projects such as applications for grants pertaining to federal funds. This position plans, researches, zones and reviews subdivisions, reviews development , conducts public hearing reports and presentations, data entry, records management and maintenance, GIS application, and other tasks as assigned. Assists in researching and preparation of technical zoning and subdivision reports. Assists in researching and preparation of ordinance changes and revisions; historical research and recommendations. Employee analyzes and evaluates data required in the development of Parish and regional comprehensive and strategic plans. Performs basic statistical and GIS analyses. Reviews land use applications, architectural drawings, and engineering blueprints in ensuring compliance with all applicable development regulatory requirements. 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

Applicant must meet ONE of the following three options :

1. Possession of an accredited Bachelor's degree in Urban Studies or City, Urban, Regional, or Community Planning.

2. Possession of an accredited Bachelor's degree (in any field of study); PLUS , either : (A) Successful completion of at least twelve (12) credit hours of graduate-level coursework from an accredited college / university in Urban Studies or City, Urban, Regional, or Community Planning OR (B) Significant (approx. one year), paid experience assisting with urban design, planning / zoning research and records management, land-use / development regulation, or with work closely related to city planning or municipal code enforcement / construction permitting.

3. Possession of an accredited Associate's degree (in any field of study); PLUS, considerable (approx. three years), paid experience, as described in Option 2(B) above.

Proof of education will be 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.

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 : 5085-06R

DATE : 03 / 01 / 13

AMENDED : 08 / 04 / 23

RE-OPENED : 12 / 06 / 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 1-877-677-3678.

Special leaves of absence for military service, maternity leave, etc.

may be granted in accordance with the Personnel Rules.

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.

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

Do you possess a Bachelor's degree or higher in Urban Studies or City, Urban, Regional, or Community Planning from an accredited college or university?

How many credit hours of graduate-level coursework from an accredited college or university have you successfully completed in Urban Studies or City, Urban, Regional, or Community Planning ?

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.

How many months and / or years of PAID experience do you have assisting with Urban Design, Planning / Zoning Research and Records Management, Land-Use / Development Regulation, OR a with work closely related to City Planning or Municipal Code Enforcement / Construction Permitting?

Describe your PAID experience assisting with Urban Design, Planning / Zoning Research and Records Management, Land-Use / Development Regulation, OR with work closely related to City Planning or Municipal Code Enforcement / Construction Permitting. Please be sure to include when and where this experience was obtained.

Required Question

Salary : $44,682 - $53,618