Purpose of Announcement

CLASSIFICATION IS ANNOUNCED TO FILL CURRENT EAST AND WEST JEFFERSON VACANCIES IN VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS THROUGHOUT JEFFERSON PARISH.

Kind of Work

MAINTENANCE ASSISTANT I: Unskilled heavy and light physical labor in a wide variety of activities such as: cutting grass, weeds, trees, and brush; cleaning culverts, drains, and ditches; moving, loading, and unloading materials, supplies, and equipment; assisting in the repair and construction of roadways, walkways, utility installations, etc. Work is generally performed outdoors under varied weather conditions. Certain positions may require driving of a Parish vehicle, thus possession of a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record will be given preference on such positions.

GROUNDSKEEPER: Routine maintenance of Parish parks, playgrounds, landscaped areas, and buildings. Certain positions may require driving of a Parish vehicle, thus possession of a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record will be given preference on such positions.

Minimum Qualifications For Admission to Examination

To qualify for employment, applicants must be at least 18 years of age, be free from any condition which would prevent the safe and efficient performance of their essential duties and must have acceptable personal history backgrounds. The ability to follow simple written and oral instructions, and the ability to perform heavy manual work.

NOTE: For Groundskeeper positions, 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 application.

Kind of Examination (ENTRANCE AND PROMOTIONAL)

NON-COMPETITIVE: All persons meeting the stated requirements on this announcement will be issued an Authorization for Interview letter for MAINTENANCE ASSISTANT I /GROUNDSKEEPER and a list of the Departments which hire for the position. Parish departments are authorized to hire, on a Conditional basis, candidates they have interviewed and determined to possess the basic qualifications for this non-competitive job classification. All forms authorizing the Personnel Department to make necessary record checks will be required by the hiring authority at the time of the interview and appointment. Satisfactory work and personal backgrounds, as determined by the Personnel Department, will then warrant regular appointment to the job.

Employee Benefits Summary

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 available for employees and their dependents.
• Jefferson Parish pays 80% of the premium for employees and 50% of the premiums for dependents.

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.
  • 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 pre-tax 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.