WATER PURIFICATION OPERATOR - CLASS IV (2765) Salary $43,314.00 - $51,977.00 Annually Location Parish Wide - Jefferson Parish, LA Job Type Permanent Job Number 2765-03R Department Water - Distribution 3902 Opening Date 07/22/2016 Closing Date Continuous 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 FUTURE WEST AND EAST JEFFERSON VACANCIES IN THE DEPARTMENT OF WATER AS THEY OCCUR. Kind of Work Highly responsible position involving the operation of Water Purification Plant and minor mechanical/maintenance for various types of equipment and processes used in a major Water purification Plant. Operator must operate and/or monitor computers, pumps, motors, tanks, chemical feeders, levels, pressures, analyzers, and related equipment to insure the proper operation of the Purification Plant. Must handle hazardous chemicals used in the Water Treatment process such as chlorine and ammonia. Operator will be responsible for handling customer calls and dispatch maintenance crews for repairs. The employee will use computers to monitor all aspects of plant operation and acknowledge and respond to computer generated alarms for extended periods during their twelve hour shift. This class of work requires that all operators work on a rotating shift basis. Position requires driving of a Parish vehicle, thus possession of a valid drivers license and acceptable driving record will be given preference. This position is also an essential, emergency duty status worker and may not be relieved of duty when the Parish President or his designee recommends a voluntary or mandatory evacuation of Jefferson Parish. Minimum Qualifications For Admission to Examination Possession of a Class IV Water Treatment License issued by the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals, Plus one of the following:Successful completion of high school; ORPossession of a high school equivalency certificate; ORSuccessful completion of Vocational/Trade school (not limited to short specific courses).PREFERRED: Preference will be given to candidates with college coursework from an accredited college or university and/or experience in working in a Water Treatment Plant based upon the quantity of coursework and the length and quality of the work experience.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. Kind of Examination (ENTRANCE AND PROMOTIONAL)Rating of Training & Experience --------------------------------- 100% 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.JOB POSTING NO.: 2765-03RDATE: 08/24/12AMENDED: 11/06/15RE-OPENED: 07/22/16 Applications may be filed online at http://www.jeffparish.net/departments/personnel OR either of the office addresses below: Application Offices East Jefferson: Room 206, 12221 Elmwood Park Blvd. Jefferson, LA 70123 West Jefferson: Suite 3100, 200 Derbigny St. Gretna, LA 70053 JEFFERSON PARISH CIVIL SERVICE BENEFITSVacation (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 isusually paid upon separation from Parish Employment.Sick LeaveEmployees accumulate one half day of paid sick leave for every two weeks worked.Sick leave is available for personal illness, injury or medical consultations.HolidaysNine paid official holidays are observed, plus any holidays declared by Parish Officials.Life InsuranceAll regular employees receive a life insurance policy equal to one years salary.Extra insurance may be purchased.Medical InsuranceAn HMO medical insurance plan is avalable for employees and theirdependents. Jefferson Parish pays 80% of the premium for employees and 50% ofthe premiums for dependents.A Flexible Benefits PlanEmployees have the opportunity to save money by paying for healthinsurance and optional insurance with pre-tax dollars. A Flexible SavingsAccount for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care is also available.RetirementMost regular employees belong to the Parochial Employees RetirementSystem instead of the Social Security System. For employees hired afterJanuary 01, 2007, a pension calculated at 3% of salary per year of serviceis provided upon retirement at age 67 with 7 years of service, age 62 with10 years of service, or age 55 with 30 years of service.Tenure PaymentEmployees 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 deferup to $14,000 of pretax income each year to supplement retirement savings.Pre-tax contributions can be cashed in upon retirement or termination withoutpenalty. 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 Select the option that describes your highest level of education. Some High School High School Diploma/GED Certificate Successful completion of Vocational/Trade school (not limited to short specific courses) Some College Associates Degree Bachelors Degree Masters Degree Doctor of Philosophy 03 The Jefferson Parish Personnel Department must verify all educational credentials. For College Education, you must provide your official college transcripts and/or original college diploma. For High School Education, you must provide your original high school diploma or transcript. If you are claiming any additional educational credits or licenses on your application, please submit original, official proof of those credentials as well. To expedite the hiring process, we suggest you begin the process of obtaining this information IMMEDIATELY. For college transcripts, the College or University may mail them to: Jefferson Parish Personnel Department Attn: Recruitment Division 200 Derbigny St., Suite 3100 Gretna, LA 70053 OR The College or University may email the official transcripts to jeffjobs@jeffparish.net. For college and/or high school diplomas, the original, official diploma must be brought into one of the Personnel Offices. Failure to submit Official Transcripts/Diplomas will result in the rejection of your application. Please check "yes" to show that you have read and understand this statement. Yes No 04 Do you possess a Class IV Water Treatment license issued by the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals? Yes No 05 How many months and/or years of experience working in a Water Treatment Plant do you have? None Less than 6 months 6 months but less than 1 year 1 year More than 1 year but less than 2 years 2 years More than 2 years but less than 3 years 3 years More than 3 years 06 Describe your work experience in a Water Treatment Plant. Please be sure to include when and where this experience was obtained. 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.net/departments/personnel