COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PROJECT COORDINATOR (1062) Position Available In Jefferson, Louisiana

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PROJECT COORDINATOR

(1062)
Job Details  This listing closes on 7/11/2025 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada). Employer Jefferson Parish Salary $47,418.00•$56,902.00 Annually Location East Bank•Jefferson Parish, LA Job Type Permanent Job Number 1062-04A Department Community Development Programs•

CDBG 1172

Division Parishwide 1172-139 Opening Date 06/27/2025 Closing Date 7/11/2025 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada) 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 ONE

(1)

CURRENT EAST JEFFERSON VACANCY IN THE DEPARTMENT OF

 COMMUNITY

DEVELOPMENT

 AND

FUTURE VACANCIES AS THEY OCCUR.

Kind of Work The purpose of this position is to perform professional level administrative work managing various Community Development funded housing and capital improvement projects from funded stage through final acceptance/closeout stage. Depending on the area of assignment, employees in this classification may apply technical review and analysis to project specifications and development initiatives. Work areas include, but are not limited to, review and analysis of community development projects; reviews proposals for financial and other project feasibility such as environmental, timeliness of completion, and other elements that may impede project completion; working with consultant during contract negotiations; and preparation of accompanying resolutions and agreements. Employees in this classification are responsible for evaluating feasibility and preparing and administering project contracts in a manner to ensure proper use of all associated funding. Position ensures compliance with and adherence to all applicable laws, standards, guidelines, and regulations. Performs related work as directed. Performs related work as required. Position requires driving of a Parish vehicle, thus possession of a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record will be given preference. Minimum Qualifications For Admission to Examination Meets one of the following options:
I. Possession of a High School Diploma or equivalent certificate; PLUS, extensive (approximately 5 years) experience in residential construction as a general contractor, construction superintendent, technical inspector, or reviewer of residential construction plans with significant experience in the negotiation and/or enforcement of contracts. OR
II. Possession of an Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university in Construction Management or a related field, PLUS considerable (approximately 3 years) experience in residential construction as a general contractor, construction superintendent, technical inspector, or reviewer of residential construction plans with significant experience in the negotiation and/or enforcement of contracts.
OR
III. Possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Construction Management of a related field, PLUS significant (approximately 1 year) experience in residential construction as a general contractor, construction superintendent, technical inspector, or reviewer of residential construction plans with significant experience in the negotiation and/or enforcement of contracts. 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

1062-04A

DATE:

11/01/13

RE-OPENED:

11/24/23

AMENDED:

06/27/25 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 Employer
Jefferson Parish
Phone
504-364-2730
504-736-6364 http://www.jeffparish.net/departments/personnel
Address
200 Derbigny Street, Suite 3100 Gretna, Louisiana, 70053