FLOODPLAIN/CRS SPECIALIST (5003)

Jefferson Parish; Louisiana; Sur place; USD 45 000 - 65 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Jefferson Parish seeks a candidate to join the Department of Floodplain Management and Hazard Mitigation. The role covers floodplain determinations, CRS activities, and technical guidance through site visits or reviews.

Candidates must have a qualifying degree path or relevant experience; a CFM certification is preferred. A valid driver’s license and travel readiness are required; certification may be obtained during probation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with at least 12 credit hours in Hazard mitigation, Disaster Management, Public Administration, Public Policy, Coastal Science, Community Outreach, Urban Planning, or related field.
• Bachelor’s degree with about 1 year of work experience in hazard/flood mitigation or environmental regulatory programs.
• Associate’s degree with about 3 years of work experience in hazard/flood mitigation or environmental regulatory programs.
• High school diploma or equivalent with about 5 years of work experience in hazard/flood mitigation or environmental regulatory programs.
• Preference for Certification as a Floodplain Manager (CFM) from the Association of State Floodplain Managers (ASFPM).

Responsabilités

• Prepares flood zone determinations by reviewing Flood Insurance Rate Maps and Flood Insurance Studies.
• Provides technical guidance through site visits or desktop review on mitigation methods for Jefferson Parish.
• Reviews and responds to views for floodplain projects to ensure FEMA guidelines compliance.
• Implements Community Rating System (CRS) activities and maintains CRS documentation.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license; travel requires personal vehicle and insurance; business travel reimbursed.
• Note: Obtain CFM certification prior to probation completion.

Connaissances

Driver's license

Formation

Bachelor’s degree + 12 credit hours in Hazard mitigation or related field

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

High school diploma + ~5 years work experience in hazard/flood mitigation

CFM Certification (preferred)

Description du poste

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.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.

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.

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

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. (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.