ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY SUPERVISOR (5403)

Location: East Bank - Jefferson Parish, LA

Job Type: Permanent

Job Number: 5403-06RDepartment: Ecosystems and Coastal Management 3973 Opening Date: 09/25/2026 Jefferson Parish Civil Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Purpose of AnnouncementEXAMINATION IS ANNOUNCED TO ESTABLISH AN EMPLOYMENT LIST TO FILL ONE (1) CURRENT EAST JEFFERSON VACANCY IN THE DEPARTMENT OF ECOSYSTEMS AND COASTAL MANAGEMENT.This employment list will also be used for future EAST AND WEST Jefferson vacancies in various Departments as they occur. Kind of Work This is a highly responsible supervisory position that, under general supervision, oversees the debris management and landfilling operations programs, manages environmental pollution control laws/regulations for waste disposal, develops/updates programs and policies, and coordinates and provides technical support to interdepartmental personnel, contractors and industry representatives in the field of solid waste management and disposal. This position manages a major division of the Environmental Affairs department and provides oversight to division staff. Duties include specialized environmental inspection, field sampling, construction, and/or professional administrative/technical work necessary to provide oversight of the daily operations of the programs including assisting with the development of short and long range plans, drafting and monitoring contracts, preparing and administering the division's budget, receiving and handling complaints and service requests from the public. Performs related duties 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 Parish vehicle, thus possession of a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record will be given preference. For the current vacancy, the employee performs professional work involving the enforcement of environmental regulatory laws mainly in coastal environments by reviewing and enforcing coastal zone management laws/regulation and develops/updates local programs and policy. Plans, manages, coordinates, and implements the Coastal Management and Restoration Programs, ensuring Parish Coastal Use permit applications comply with local, state, and federal laws and regulations. Maintains knowledge of relevant professional service contracts and coastal wetlands restoration project inventory (both existing and proposed). Employee applies for and manages grants including but not limited to preparation of the quarterly Coastal Zone Management grant report to Louisiana Department of Conservation and Energy. Employee may be required to work weekends, nights, and holidays as duties require or as directed.

NOTE: Selective certification of eligibles with possession of a Class IV license from Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals will be used in filling some vacancies.

Minimum Qualifications: For Admission to Examination Current employment and permanent civil service status in the class of Environmental Quality Specialist plus one (1) year of professional, paid work experience involving the enforcement regulations in such program areas as industrial pretreatment, storm water management, and coastal zone management; ORPossession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Urban Planning, Geology, Geography, or a closely related degree, plus two (2) years of professional paid environmental regulatory work experience involving the enforcement of environmental regulations or the implementation of environmental programs. SUBSTITUTION: Possession of a Master's Degree in one of the above areas may substitute for one (1) year of work experience as described above. 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. ANNOUNCEMENT NO. 5403-06RDATE: 09/29/06AMENDED: 02/10/23RE-OPENED: 09/25/26 Applications may be filed online at 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 70053JEFFERSON 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 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 theirdependents. Jefferson Parish pays 80% of the premium for employees and 50% ofthe premiums for dependents.

A Flexible Benefits: Plan Employees have the opportunity to save money by paying for healthinsurance 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 serviceis 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 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 Please select the option that best describes your current employment and Jefferson Parish civil service status. I am a current Jefferson Parish employee with permanent Jefferson Parish civil service status in the class of Environmental Quality Specialist. I am a current Jefferson Parish employee with permanent Jefferson Parish civil service status in a class other than Environmental Quality Specialist. I am a current Jefferson Parish employee without permanent Jefferson Parish civil service status. I am not a current Jefferson Parish employee.03 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 04 Do you possess a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Urban Planning, Geology, Geography, or a closely related degree? Yes No 05 Possession of a Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Urban Planning, Geology, Geography, or a closely related degree? Yes No 06 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 07 How many months and/or years of Professional, Paid work experience do you have involving the enforcement regulations in such program areas as industrial pretreatment, storm water management, and coastal zone management? 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 or more 08 Describe your Professional, Paid work experience involving the enforcement regulations in such program areas as industrial pretreatment, storm water management, and coastal zone management. Please be sure to include when and where this experience was obtained.09 How many years of Professional Paid environmental regulatory work experience do you have involving the enforcement of environmental regulations or the implementation of environmental programs? None 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 or more 10 Describe your Professional Paid environmental regulatory work experience involving the enforcement of environmental regulations or the implementation of environmental programs. Please be sure to include when and where this experience was obtained. Required Question