Facility Project Planner 3
Salary
$4,770.00 - $8,589.00 Monthly
Location
Pineville, LA
Job Type
Classified
Job Number
CLSH-2026-52
Department
LDH-Office of Behavioral Health
Opening Date
07/08/2026
Closing Date
7/13/2026 11:59 PM Central
About this Job
Central Louisiana State Hospital located in Pineville, Louisiana is seeking applicants for a vacant position as a Facility Project Planner 3 who prepares and evaluates extremely complex plans, specifications, and cost estimates for various recreational areas, historic sites, interpretive centers, preservation areas, building renovation and design, roads and easements, infra-structure, and multiple use facilities within a major state agency.
The Facility Project Planner 3 plays a vital role for the Louisiana Department of Health in the Behavioral Health community by utilizing CLSH's values and mission to deliver quality and effective care to our patients. The hospital is highly committed to cooperative work with other state agencies and with the state and regional mental health program to insure the integration and coordination of hospital-community services into a comprehensive system of mental health care.
CLSH MISSION: Strive to provide quality, person-centered care with focus on recovery and resiliency in a safe and secure environment.
CLSH VISION: Strive to be the best public psychiatric hospital possible
CLSH VALUES "I CARE": Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence
Minimum Qualifications
Five years of experience in landscape architecture, architecture, engineering, or interior design; OR
A bachelors degree in landscape architecture, architecture, engineering, or interior design plus two years of experience in landscape architecture, architecture, engineering, or interior design; OR
A current Louisiana license in landscape architecture, architecture, engineering, or interior design plus two years of experience in landscape architecture, architecture, engineering, or interior design.
Job Specification
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Job Duties and Other Information
Job Duties:
EXAMPLES BELOW ARE A BRIEF SAMPLE OF COMMON DUTIES ASSOCIATED WITH THIS JOB TITLE. NOT ALL POSSIBLE TASKS ARE INCLUDED.
Oversees major architectural, landscape, and engineering design projects for the Office of Statewide Healthcare Facilities.
Assesses construction, maintenance and renovation needs to assist with long-term facilities and property development planning.
Manages the construction of major architectural, engineering, and interior design projects.
Designs, drafts, and specifies plans for various in-house construction and renovation projects.
Manages the project bidding process and provides on-site construction supervision.
Oversees a diverse project portfolio, including small buildings, utility layouts, interpretive exhibits, landscaping, and roadway/parking infrastructure.
Prepares Capital Outlay budget requests, including needs assessments and feasibility justifications.
Generates project cost estimates and develops preliminary construction programs.
Assesses potential agency land acquisitions and conducts research to identify optimal locations.
Prepares and presents comprehensive feasibility reports outlining site recommendations.
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: Probation, Promotional, Demotion, or Transfer
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; 8:00am - 4:30pm
Compensation: This position has a bi-weekly minimum hire rate of $2201.60
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
How To Apply:
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
Contact Information:
For further information about this vacancy contact:
Brandon Luneau
Central Louisiana State Hospital
Human Resources Office
Brandon.Luneau@LA.GOV
Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.
As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:
Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/
Parental Leave - Up to six weeks paid parental leave
More information can be found at https://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx
Holidays and Leave - State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:
State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.
Retirement - State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to):
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Do you possess a current Louisiana license in landscape architecture, architecture, engineering, or interior design?
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If you answered YES to the question above, please list the license number, issue date, and expiration date. If you answered NO, please enter N/A.
Required Question
Employer State of Louisiana
Address 1201 N 3rd St
Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70802
Phone (866) 783-5462
Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/louisiana/default.cfm