COMPUTER PROGRAMMER/ANALYST (1261)

Salary: $51,522.00 - $61,826.00 Annually Location : East Bank - Jefferson Parish, LA Job Type: Permanent Job Number: 1261-04A Department: Water 3900 Division: East Jefferson 3900-126 Opening Date: 02/27/2026 Closing Date: 3/13/2026 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 EAST JEFFERSON VACANCY IN THE DEPARTMENT OF WATER AND FUTURE VACANCIES AS THEY OCCUR. Kind of Work This position is responsible for monitoring advanced metering Infrastructure equipment and ensuring secure connectivity, configuration and device performance. Supports the resolution of incident and problem management between operations center (i.e. AMOC) and field services teams, monitor field service requests and give direction on troubleshooting-related work orders. Assists in the analysis of device communication routes and reliability; troubleshoots unreachable devices and issue device configuration files remotely. Monitors device management systems-i.e. AMI head-end system-for events and alarms, triage actionable activities. Conducts investigation of relevant device events and alarms, ensure that device-related incidents are resolved in a timely and consistent manner; provide technical support after-hours or on holidays if 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. Minimum Qualifications For Admission to Examination Possession of an Associate's degree or higher in Computer Information Systems, Computer Science or a related field; PLUS, substantial (at least 1 year 9 months) paid work experience utilizing one of the following program languages: SQL, C/C++, Java, or Python. 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 but not to exceed the listed salary range. Kind of Examination (ENTRANCE AND PROMOTIONAL) The examination may consist of a written test, a rating of training and experience, an oral interview or any combination thereof. If used, the rating of training and experience will be based on information on file with the Personnel Department. Thus, applicants must furnish a complete and accurate detailed description of their work experiencing, the names and addresses of all previous employers, and the dates of employment. Qualified applicants will be notified by mail of the date, time and place of any assembled test. JOB POSTING NO: 1261-04A DATE: 01/18/08 AMENDED: 02/27/26 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 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 your highest level of education. High School Some College Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree Doctor of Philosophy 03 Do you posses an Associate's degree or higher in Computer Information Systems, Computer Science or a related field? Yes No 04 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 . 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 05 Please select the programming languages you have paid experience utilizing. (Mark all that apply) SQL C/C++ Java Python None of the above 06 How many months and/or years of paid work experience do you have utilizing one of the following program languages: SQL, C/C++, Java, or Python? None Less than 9 months 9 months to less than 1 year 1 year to less than 1 year 9 months 1 year 9 months to less than 3 years 3 years to less than 4 years 4 years to less than 5 years 5 years or more 07 Describe your paid work experience utilizing one of the following program languages: SQL, C/C++, Java, or Python.Please be sure to include when and where this experience occurred. Required Question

Created: 2026-03-04