PUBLIC WORKS PROJECT COORDINATOR - PUBLIC UTILITIES(4030)

JEFFERSON PARISH, LA; Louisiana; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson Parish is seeking an Engineering Inspector II to coordinate inspections and oversee civil engineering projects for the Department of Engineering. The role requires a current Class IV Water Distribution license and several years of municipal utility inspection experience.

You will work with parish departments, engineers, and contractors to ensure compliance with standards. Substitution options include a Bachelor's degree for four years of experience or an Associate's degree for two

Qualifications

• Requires current Class IV Water Distribution license issued by the Louisiana State Department of Health & Hospitals.
• Minimum work experience in inspection, construction, and/or maintenance/repair of municipal waterlines, sanitary sewerage lines, and/or drainage outfalls.
• Substitution options include a Bachelor's degree for four years of experience or an Associate's degree for two years.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate inspections of engineering assignments for department personnel.
• Perform skilled inspections and project oversight of construction, repair, and maintenance projects.
• Collaborate with Parish departments, engineering/architect firms, utility companies, and contractors to resolve issues and manage changes.

Skills

Water distribution license

Inspection experience

Coordination with agencies

Budgeting/estimating exposure

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree substitute for 4 years experience

Associate's degree substitute for 2 years experience

Tools

Civil/Construction management knowledge

Job description

EXAMINATION IS ANNOUNCED TO ESTABLISH AN EMPLOYMENT LIST TO FILL ONE (1) CURRENT EAST JEFFERSON VACANCY IN THE DEPARTMENT OF ENGINEERING AND FUTURE VACANCIES AS THEY OCCUR.Under direct supervision of the Engineering Utilities Division Supervisor, N.P., the purpose of this position is to coordinate inspections of various engineering assignments for Department of Engineering inspection personnel, perform skilled inspections and project oversight work of construction, repair and maintenance projects and conditions for adherence to established engineering standards and regulations. Employees perform inspection duties for an assigned area of Jefferson Parish, and perform sub-professional engineering design review and layout work. Individual is responsible for work involving budgeting, estimating and field design changes due to unforeseen problems, inspections and adherence to all contractual items. Individual works collaboratively and coordinates meetings with representatives of Parish departments, engineering / architect firms, utility companies, testing labs, contractors and home owners to resolve complaints, billing discrepancies, and any problems or unforeseen circumstances that may arise. This position is an essential, emergency duty status worker and may not be relieved of duty when the Parish President or their designee recommends a voluntary or mandatory evacuation of Jefferson Parish. Position requires driving of a Parish vehicle, thus possession of a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record will be given preference.Possession of a current Class IV Water Distribution license issued by the Louisiana State Department of Health & Hospitals, as well as one of the following:

• I. Current employment with Jefferson Parish and permanent civil service status in the class of Engineering Inspector II (or above), with at least five (5) years of progressively responsible, full-time, paid work experience in the inspection, construction, and/or maintenance/repair of municipal waterlines, sanitary sewerage lines, and/or drainage outfalls.
• II. Possession of a high school diploma or equivalentand at least six (6) years of progressively responsible, full-time, paid work experience in the inspection, construction, and/or maintenance/repair of municipal waterlines, sanitary sewerage lines, and/or drainage outfalls. (Proof of education is required).

SUBSTITUTION: An accredited Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management may substitute for four (4) years of the required work experience, or an accredited Associate's degree closely related to Civil Engineering or Construction Management may substitute for two (2) years of the required work experience. (Proof of education is 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 but not to exceed the listed salary range.

(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.