What are the responsibilities and job description for the ENGINEERING INSPECTOR II (4035) position at Jefferson Parish?
EXAMINATION IS ANNOUNCED TO ESTABLISH AN EMPLOYMENT LIST TO FILL ONE (1) CURRENT EAST JEFFERSON VACANCY IN THE DEPARTMENT OF ENGINEERING.
This employment list will also be used for future EAST AND WEST Jefferson vacancies in this Department as they occur.Under general supervision, the purpose of this position is to inspect public infrastructure construction and maintenance projects and conditions of public infrastructure for adherence to established engineering standards and regulations. Employees perform inspection duties in Jefferson Parish. Examples of assignments are inspection of the installation of municipal utilities (water, sewerage, drainage) and commercial fire services, along with estimating cost for new sewer connections. Position reviews and investigates complaints, records data, inspects workmanship, materials, and quantities used for compliance with established project specifications. Prepares various documentation related to assigned tasks including daily logs, weekly reports, surveys, project estimates. Prepares construction, maintenance, and/or repair estimates for assigned projects including material costs, quantities required, and competition schedule. Works collaboratively with contractor representatives, engineering firms, utility companies, and other parish departments in initiating, performing, and inspecting assigned construction and/or maintenance projects. Performs related work as directed. 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.Must meet ONE of the following qualifying options:
I. Current employment with Jefferson Parish and permanent civil service status; plus, a minimum of six (6) months of verifiable training in the interpretation of municipal project specifications and the inspection of municipal infrastructure installations.
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.
DATE: 08/10/07
RE-OPENED: 03/18/22
AMENDED: 02/21/25
This employment list will also be used for future EAST AND WEST Jefferson vacancies in this Department as they occur.Under general supervision, the purpose of this position is to inspect public infrastructure construction and maintenance projects and conditions of public infrastructure for adherence to established engineering standards and regulations. Employees perform inspection duties in Jefferson Parish. Examples of assignments are inspection of the installation of municipal utilities (water, sewerage, drainage) and commercial fire services, along with estimating cost for new sewer connections. Position reviews and investigates complaints, records data, inspects workmanship, materials, and quantities used for compliance with established project specifications. Prepares various documentation related to assigned tasks including daily logs, weekly reports, surveys, project estimates. Prepares construction, maintenance, and/or repair estimates for assigned projects including material costs, quantities required, and competition schedule. Works collaboratively with contractor representatives, engineering firms, utility companies, and other parish departments in initiating, performing, and inspecting assigned construction and/or maintenance projects. Performs related work as directed. 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.Must meet ONE of the following qualifying options:
I. Current employment with Jefferson Parish and permanent civil service status; plus, a minimum of six (6) months of verifiable training in the interpretation of municipal project specifications and the inspection of municipal infrastructure installations.
OR
II. Possession of a high school diploma/equivalent or successful completion of vocational/trade school (not short courses) *; plus, a minimum of one (1) year of full-time, paid work experience inspecting, or directly supervising, the work performed (and materials used) in the installation, rehabilitation, or repair of municipal infrastructures, including: streets, roadways, bridges, sidewalks, water treatment plant equipment, drainage canal and ditch systems, and/or subsurface utility lines.OR
III. Possession of an accredited Associate’s degree with at least eighteen (18) credit hours of coursework closely related to Construction Management or Civil Engineering.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.
(ENTRANCE AND PROMOTIONAL)
Written Exam.....Weighted 100%
Acceptable applicants will be scheduled and notified of the date, time, and place of the exam, with areas assessed to include reading and interpreting numerical information and application of mathematics. Calculators will be provided.
JOB POSTING NO. 4035-17ADATE: 08/10/07
RE-OPENED: 03/18/22
AMENDED: 02/21/25
Salary : $40,578 - $62,949
