• LA
  • $29,633 Per Year
10 days ago

Job Description

CUSTODIAN (2020)

Salary

$29,633.00 Annually

Location

West Bank - Jefferson Parish, LA

Job Type

Permanent

Job Number

2020-26R

Department

Jefferson Community Actions Program 0330

Opening Date

10/02/2026

Closing Date

10/16/2026 12:01 AM Central

  • Description
  • Benefits
  • Questions

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 JEFFERSON COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAMS

This employment list will also be used for future EAST AND WEST Jefferson vacancies in various Departments as they occur.

Kind of Work

Under direct supervision, performs work in the routine cleaning work involving the performance of a variety of manual and custodial tasks in and around public buildings and premises such as: dusting, mopping, waxing, cleaning, moving furniture and equipment, etc. as well as the maintenance of custodial equipment. Performs related work as directed. Future positions may require driving of a Parish vehicle, thus possession of a valid drivers 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 free from 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 ability to perform heavy manual work.

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 CUSTODIAN 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.

JOB POSTING NO: 2020-26R

DATE: 02/29/08

AMENDED: 10/10/14

RE-OPENED:10/02/26

Applications may be filed online at http://www.jeffparish.gov/apply OR either of the office addresses below:

Application Offices

East Jefferson: Room 206, 1221 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 years 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.

01

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.

  • Yes
  • No

02

Some Custodian positions may require a current drivers license. Please select the option that best describes your qualifications:

  • I have a current drivers license issued by the State of Louisiana.
  • I have a current drivers license issued by a state other than Louisiana.
  • I do not have a current drivers license.

03

A valid drivers license issued by a state other than Louisiana is acceptable for application. However, once an employment offer is extended for a position requiring driving, an applicant will have ten (10) days to obtain the required Louisiana license. Failure to obtain a Louisiana license will disqualify an applicant for permanent employment in any Custodian position that requires driving. Please check "yes" to indicate that you have read and understand the above drivers license requirement.

  • Yes
  • No

Required Question

Employer Jefferson Parish

Address 200 Derbigny Street, Suite 3100

Gretna, Louisiana, 70053

Phone 504-364-2730

504-736-6364

Website http://www.jeffparish.gov/apply

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