About this opportunity
Jefferson Parish, LA lists this FEDERAL PROGRAMS COUNSELOR (1551) opportunity in gretna, Louisiana. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Salary: $33,738.00 Annually
Location : East Bank - Jefferson Parish, LA
Job Type: Permanent
Job Number: A
Department: Jefferson Community Actions Programs - Head Start 1010
Division: Head Start Central Office
Opening Date: 09/18/2026
Closing Date: 10/2/ :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 EAST JEFFERSON VACANCY IN THE DEPARTMENT OF JEFFERSON COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAMS.
This employment list will also be used for future EAST AND WEST Jefferson vacancies in various Departments as they occur.
NOTE : Selective certification of eligibles with current and sufficient experience indicating a thorough knowledge of the policies, practices, and procedures unique to the Department of JeffCAP will be used in filling this vacancy.
Kind of Work
Under direction, the purpose of the position is to provide counseling and training for assigned employment and training and federal services programs. For the current vacancy, the employee will perform advanced clerical and administrative support for Administrators, Coordinators, Administrative Management staff, and other program personnel as assigned, including preparing, typing, editing, and distributing correspondence, reports, spreadsheets, forms, presentations, and other documents from various sources, while completing assigned duties and special projects in a timely, accurate, and professional manner. This position prepares meeting agendas, materials, minutes, and follow up documentation. Answers and screens incoming telephone calls, greets and assists visitors, and provides customer service to clients, community partners, vendors, and the general public by responding to inquiries regarding Federal programs and services, providing program information and referrals, and directing individuals to the appropriate staff or resources. Assists with participant intake, interviews, eligibility screening, application processing, and other case management support activities in accordance with federal, state, and local program guidelines. Assists with processing applications and maintaining accurate participant information in applicable state and federal databases. Performs related work as required. 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 certificate; PLUS , current employment and sufficient experience (approx. six months) with Jefferson Parish in a clerical position responsible for supporting a state/federally-funded program.
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: A
DATE: 08/19/16
RE-OPENED: 11/22/19
AMENDED:09/18/26
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 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 .
Special leaves of absence for military service, maternity leave, etc.
may be granted in accordance with the Personnel Rules.
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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 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.
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
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
05
How many months and/or years of experience do you have with Jefferson Parish in a clerical position responsible for supporting a state/federally-funded program? (i.e., by assisting with program outreach and enrollment duties) None
Less than 3 months
3 months to less than 6 months
6 months to less than 9 months
9 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
06
Describe your work experience with Jefferson Parish in a clerical position responsible for supporting a state/federally-funded program.Please be sure to include when this experience was obtained.
Required Question
Worksite address
gretna, LA, 70054, US
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