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Form of workSalary: $34,394.00 - $41,273.00 Annually
Location : West Bank - Jefferson Parish, LA
Job Type: Permanent
Job Number: 5001-04A
Department: Security 3968
Opening Date: 03/22/2024
Closing Date: 4/5/2024 11:59 PM Central
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 WEST JEFFERSON VACANCY IN THE SECURITY DEPARTMENT AND FUTURE VACANCIES AS THEY OCCUR.
Kind of Work
Under the general supervision of the Director of the Department of Security, the employee in this classification performs professional-level work in administering and managing the Parish Identification Card and Security Access Control System. The position is responsible for issuance of identification cards to all Parish employees and contractors and acts as a system administrator, granting access to buildings and gates throughout the Parish as individuals are networked into the Parish security system. Conducts initial and continual on-site facility inspections, to determine the condition of existing systems and security systems required. The position also applies knowledge of PHYSICAL SECURITY, force protection, and antiterrorism in reviewing, analyzing, and resolving security matters and in making security policy and procedure recommendations. Coordinates with law enforcement and emergency responders during security incidents and investigations. Conducts investigations regarding security breaches and other security related workplace activities. Performs related work, as required. 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 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.
Minimum Qualifications For Admission to Examination
Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent; plus, three (3) years of full-time, paid experience working in a law enforcement role or as a PHYSICAL SECURITY SPECIALIST, responsible for conducting criminal or employee workplace investigations or for performing on-site threat risk/vulnerability assessments and PHYSICAL SECURITY evaluations.
Preferred: Verifiable graduation from an accredited law enforcement academy or successful completion of verifiable college coursework or training in/closely related to security management.
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)
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.
JOB POSTING NO: 5001-04A
DATE: 11/18/11
AMENDED: 03/22/24
Applications may be filed online at 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 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 year's 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.
02
Select the option that describes your highest level of education.
03
Have you graduated from an accredited law enforcement academy?
04
Have you successful completed college coursework or training in/closely related to security management?
05
The Jefferson Parish Personnel Department must verify all educational credentials. For High School Education, you must provide your original high school diploma or transcript. For High School Equivalency Education, you must provide your original high school equivalency transcript or diploma.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 high school diploma/transcripts or high school equivalency diploma/transcripts, the original, official diploma or transcripts 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.
06
How many months and/or years of Full-Time, Paid experience do you have in a law enforcement role or as a PHYSICAL SECURITY SPECIALIST?
07
While working in a law enforcement role or as a PHYSICAL SECURITY SPECIALIST, how many months and/or years of that experience included responsibility for conducting criminal or employee workplace investigations?
08
While working in a law enforcement role or as a PHYSICAL SECURITY SPECIALIST, how many months and/or years of that experience included responsibility for performing on-site threat risk/vulnerability assessments and PHYSICAL SECURITY evaluations?
09
Describe your Full-Time, Paid experience working in a Law Enforcement role or as a Physical Security Specialist. Give details regarding your responsibilities for conducting criminal or employee workplace investigations OR for performing on-site threat risk/vulnerability assessments and PHYSICAL SECURITY evaluations.Please be sure to include when and where this experience was obtained.
Required Question
Location : West Bank - Jefferson Parish, LA
Job Type: Permanent
Job Number: 5001-04A
Department: Security 3968
Opening Date: 03/22/2024
Closing Date: 4/5/2024 11:59 PM Central
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 WEST JEFFERSON VACANCY IN THE SECURITY DEPARTMENT AND FUTURE VACANCIES AS THEY OCCUR.
Kind of Work
Under the general supervision of the Director of the Department of Security, the employee in this classification performs professional-level work in administering and managing the Parish Identification Card and Security Access Control System. The position is responsible for issuance of identification cards to all Parish employees and contractors and acts as a system administrator, granting access to buildings and gates throughout the Parish as individuals are networked into the Parish security system. Conducts initial and continual on-site facility inspections, to determine the condition of existing systems and security systems required. The position also applies knowledge of PHYSICAL SECURITY, force protection, and antiterrorism in reviewing, analyzing, and resolving security matters and in making security policy and procedure recommendations. Coordinates with law enforcement and emergency responders during security incidents and investigations. Conducts investigations regarding security breaches and other security related workplace activities. Performs related work, as required. 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 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.
Minimum Qualifications For Admission to Examination
Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent; plus, three (3) years of full-time, paid experience working in a law enforcement role or as a PHYSICAL SECURITY SPECIALIST, responsible for conducting criminal or employee workplace investigations or for performing on-site threat risk/vulnerability assessments and PHYSICAL SECURITY evaluations.
Preferred: Verifiable graduation from an accredited law enforcement academy or successful completion of verifiable college coursework or training in/closely related to security management.
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)
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.
JOB POSTING NO: 5001-04A
DATE: 11/18/11
AMENDED: 03/22/24
Applications may be filed online at 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 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 year's 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
Select the option that describes your highest level of education.
- Some High School
- High School Diploma/GED Certificate
- Some College
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- Doctorate
03
Have you graduated from an accredited law enforcement academy?
- Yes
- No
04
Have you successful completed college coursework or training in/closely related to security management?
- Yes
- No
05
The Jefferson Parish Personnel Department must verify all educational credentials. For High School Education, you must provide your original high school diploma or transcript. For High School Equivalency Education, you must provide your original high school equivalency transcript or diploma.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 high school diploma/transcripts or high school equivalency diploma/transcripts, the original, official diploma or transcripts 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
06
How many months and/or years of Full-Time, Paid experience do you have in a law enforcement role or as a PHYSICAL SECURITY SPECIALIST?
- None
- Less than 6 months
- 6 months to less than 1 year
- 1 year to less than 2 years
- 2 years to less than 3 years
- 3 years to less than 4 years
- 4 years to less than 5 years
- 5 years to less than 6 years
- 6 years to less than 7 years
- 7 years to less than 8 years
- 8 years to less than 9 years
- 9 years to less than 10 years
- 10 years or more
07
While working in a law enforcement role or as a PHYSICAL SECURITY SPECIALIST, how many months and/or years of that experience included responsibility for conducting criminal or employee workplace investigations?
- None
- Less than 6 months
- 6 months to less than 1 year
- 1 year to less than 2 years
- 2 years to less than 3 years
- 3 years to less than 4 years
- 4 years to less than 5 years
- 5 years to less than 6 years
- 6 years to less than 7 years
- 7 years to less than 8 years
- 8 years to less than 9 years
- 9 years to less than 10 years
- 10 years or more
08
While working in a law enforcement role or as a PHYSICAL SECURITY SPECIALIST, how many months and/or years of that experience included responsibility for performing on-site threat risk/vulnerability assessments and PHYSICAL SECURITY evaluations?
- None
- Less than 6 months
- 6 months to less than 1 year
- 1 year to less than 2 years
- 2 years to less than 3 years
- 3 years to less than 4 years
- 4 years to less than 5 years
- 5 years to less than 6 years
- 6 years to less than 7 years
- 7 years to less than 8 years
- 8 years to less than 9 years
- 9 years to less than 10 years
- 10 years or more
09
Describe your Full-Time, Paid experience working in a Law Enforcement role or as a Physical Security Specialist. Give details regarding your responsibilities for conducting criminal or employee workplace investigations OR for performing on-site threat risk/vulnerability assessments and PHYSICAL SECURITY evaluations.Please be sure to include when and where this experience was obtained.
Required Question
