FLOODPLAIN/CRS SPECIALIST (5003)

Jefferson Parish Government; Gretna (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson Parish Government seeks to establish an employment list for a current East Jefferson position in the Department of Floodplain Management and Hazard Mitigation. The role involves management, CRS implementation, and preparing flood zone determinations for residents and professionals, with required driver’s license and insurance.

Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree with related coursework or substantial work experience in hazard mitigation, flood regulation, or environmental

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus required coursework in hazard mitigation or related fields.
• Alternate: Bachelor’s with ~1 year work experience in hazard/flood mitigation or environmental programs.
• Alternative: Associate’s with ~3 years relevant work experience.
• Alternate: High school diploma plus ~5 years relevant work experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Floodplain Management and Hazard Mitigation activities under the Assistant Director.
• Ensure FEMA CRS and NFIP compliance through program oversight.
• Prepare Flood Zone determinations for citizens, agents, lenders, and brokers.
• Provide technical guidance via site visits or desktop reviews on mitigation methods.
• Review FED/State notes and respond to views on floodplain projects for compliance.
• NOTE: Possession of a valid driver's license and auto with business insurance preferred.

Skills

Hazard mitigation knowledge

Disaster management

Public administration

Public policy

Urban planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 12 credit hours in Hazard mitigation / Disaster Management / Public Administration / Public Policy / Coastal Science / Community Outreach / Urban Planning

Bachelor’s degree + ~1 year work experience in hazard/flood mitigation or environmental regulatory programs

Associate’s degree + ~3 years work experience in hazard/flood mitigation or environmental regulatory programs

High school diploma or equivalency + ~5 years work experience in hazard/flood mitigation or environmental regulatory programs

Job description

Purpose of Announcement

EXAMINATION IS ANNOUNCED TO ESTABLISH AN EMPLOYMENT LIST TO FILL ONE (1) CURRENT EAST JEFFERSON IN THE DEPARTMENT OF FLOODPLAIN MANAGEMENT AND HAZARD MITIGATION AND FUTURE VACANCIES AS THEY OCCUR.

Kind of Work Provides specialized work under the supervision of the Assistant Director in the areas of Floodplain Management, Community Rating System, and as-needed project coordination. Supervises Floodplain Management and Hazard Mitigation Program to ensure National Flood Insurance Program and Community Rating System compliance. Prepares Flood Zone Determinations for Jefferson Parish citizens, insurance agents, lending institutions, and real estate brokers by reviewing and interpreting applicable Flood Insurance Rate Maps and Flood Insurance Studies. Provides technical guidance through site visits and/or desktop review on various mitigation methods to citizens of Jefferson Parish. Reviews and responds to Solicitation of Views presented for floodplain-related projects provided by State DOTD, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and JP Departments to ensure compliance with FEMA guidelines. Implements Community Rating System (CRS) activities and maintains documentation for the CRS Program. Performs related duties as required. 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. NOTE: Employees will be required to obtain a Certification in Floodplain Management (CFM) prior to the completion of their probationary period.

Minimum Qualifications

For Admission to Examination Candidate must meet one (1) of the following requirements:

• I. Possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; PLUS, the successful completion of at least 12 credit hours of coursework in Hazard mitigation, Disaster Management, Public Administration, Public Policy, Coastal Science, Community Outreach, Urban Planning or a closely related field.
• II. Possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; PLUS, significant (approximately 1 year) work experience in the field of hazard/flood mitigation or environmental regulatory programs.
• III. Possession of an Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university; PLUS, considerable (approximately 3 years) work experience in the field of hazard/flood mitigation or environmental regulatory programs.
• IV. Possession of a high school diploma or equivalency certificate; PLUS, extensive (approximately 5 years) work experience in the field of hazard/flood mitigation or environmental regulatory programs.

PREFERRED: Certification as a Floodplain Manager from the Association of State Floodplain Managers.