City of Baton Rouge Hiring Opportunities - Promotional

LEGAL SPECIALIST

City Court - Criminal/Traffic

May 05 - May 09, 2008

Monday - Thursday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm; Friday 8:00 am - 1:00 pm

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Under the direction of a higher classification, performs responsible clerical work involving duties of a legal nature. Work may involve preparing and processing court records including accepting and recording traffic fines, issuing and recalling bench warrants and reassigning court dates. Employees of this classification should be familiar with legal terminology, legal format and legal forms. Independent judgment is exercised in the performance of assigned duties and incumbents are sometimes required to assist higher level employees in the courtroom or office. Performs other work as requested.

ESSENTIAL WORK TASKS

Advises traffic violators of procedures, alternatives and charges; accepts and records fines according to a fine schedule; issues and recalls bench warrants; forwards violators to proper location for assistance. Reassigns court dates on traffic violations according to the schedule of officers assigned court dates; obtains records prior to court and arranges in order of dockets.

Prepares verification of court appearance for defendants; locates and forwards files to court; prepares arraignment files. Provides information to attorneys and the general public on court procedures. Provides assistance to Senior Legal Specialists as needed in courtroom or Judges' office. Provides assistance in preparation of court dockets for incarcerated defendants; scheduling appearance of incarcerated defendants; and typing commitments. May rotate to different divisions periodically. May be deputized in order to administer oaths to witnesses in accordance with the law.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent certificate of competency, and three years experience in progressively responsible clerical duties of a legal nature, or any equivalent combination of training and experience.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES

Skill in the operation and care of modern office equipment such as typewriters, computer terminals and associated equipment. Knowledge of legal terminology and legal format. Knowledge of court procedures and processes. Knowledge of modern office practices, procedures and clerical techniques. Ability to make responsible decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures. Ability to accurately record court proceedings at a reasonable rate of speed.

Ability to maintain confidentiality of records. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, co-workers and the general public.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT

Selected positions may require passing a typing (45 words per minute), word processing, spreadsheet and/or other computer skill test(s).

SELECTIVE CERTIFICATION

City Court promotional only. Must have experience processing criminal or traffic court cases.

EXAMINATION

Score derived from application grading.

APPLICATION NOTE

Please detail all relevant experience on employment application.

PLANNING PROJECT COORDINATOR

Planning Commission

May 05 - May 09, 2008

Monday - Thursday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm; Friday 8:00 am - 1:00 pm

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Under the general direction of the Planning Director and Assistant Planning Director, employee performs responsible project management. Duties involve working in partnership with the public and private sector, developing strategies, reviewing land development applications including, but not limited to, the Planned Unit, Small Planned Unit and Traditional Neighborhood Developments regulations and formulating polices and procedures to implement projects. Work also involves the use of independent judgment and is reviewed through conferences for desired results. The Planning Project Coordinator is distinguished from Planner IV by a greater degree of authority and supervision exercised. Employees of this classification oversee Planner IV's with assigned staff responsible for research, report writing, presentations and related activities. Performs other work as requested.

ESSENTIAL WORK TASKS

Coordinates special planning and land use for the Planning Commission's projects, work programs and staff assignments; revews staff work product. Fosters business partnerships with neighborhood, civic and professional development organizations that are conducive to the department's mission.

Researches and identifies improvement opportunities for the Unified Development Code.

Ptovides organization, administrative expertise and support to the advisory committees to the Planning Commission; performs related duties as assigned. Devleops and coordinates, in collaboration with other departments, groups and agencies, techniques to streamline the application process; develops criteria for successful review of land development applications.

Develops and coordinates communications and public relations for the department, including Public Information and the Planning Commission's education workshops and professional staff training. Creates databases to track land development applications with other departments and agencies to expedite the land development application approval process.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Master's degree in planning or a related field, and three years professional level planning experience, including two years supervisory experience, or any equivalent combination of training and experience.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of urban planning Knowledge of the techniques of planning research and of the municipal, state and federal agencies and procedures involved in urban planning. Knowledge of subdivision and zoning regulations, procedures and practices. Knowledge of economics, municpal finances, sociology, historic preservation, and environmental protection as they apply to urban planning. Knowledge of the principles and practices of the Geographic Information System (GIS) program. Knowledge of financial management of federal and stte grants. Knowledge of the principles and practices of technical report writing. Ability to organize, supervise, and perform technical research on subdivision and zoning related issues. Ability to utilize a computer to interpret and analyze technical and statistical information. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, officials, other agencies, and the general public. Ability to supervise and motivate personnel.

SELECTIVE CERTIFICATION

Planning Commission promotional only.

EXAMINATION

Score derived from application.

SENIOR ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST

DPW - Street Maintenance Road Rehab

May 05 - May 09, 2008

Monday - Thursday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm; Friday 8:00 am - 1:00 pm

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Under the direction of a higher classification, performs advanced level clerical and administrative support work of a complex nature. Work involves a variety of clerical and administrative support duties designed to assist a division head or assistant department head with the day to day operations. Work also involves the overall coordination of division projects. Incumbents in this classification exercise considerable independent judgment, as well as confidentiality. May supervise subordinate clerical personnel. Work is reviewed through conferences and results obtained. Performs other work as requested.

ESSENTIAL WORK TASKS

Supervises clerical staff; counsels staff members as problems arise; oversees the smooth functioning of a division of assignment. Monitors status and progress of all assignments; notifies appropriate staff member to avoid oversight and unscheduled delays; oversees or handles special projects. Serves as administrative liaison between supervisor(s), other divisions and the public.

May prepare or control the division�s budget; monitors expenditures levels; provides fiscal control over expenditure requests. Maintains personnel records; coordinates vacations and other interacting personnel matters. Coordinates and schedules appointment with individuals from the public and private sector for the assigned division director or assistant department head.

Composes correspondence and other materials from instructions; creates charts, tables, graphs and spreadsheets to complete complex reports; maintains databases. Performs detailed research; prepares and maintains various administrative, annual, and technical reports, records, etc.

Types correspondences, memorandums, minutes, invoices, statements, reports, and other materials from other sources. Operates modern specialized office equipment including word processor, calculator, copy machine, microfilmer, fax machine and other office equipment in the performance of clerical operations.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent certificate of competency, supplemented by courses in business education, and five years experience in a variety of responsible clerical duties, including six months experience in supervision (supervision can include either employee or project supervision), or any equivalent combination of training and experience.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES

Skill in the use of modern office equipment such as the telephone, calculator, copier, personal computer or terminal and related peripherals. Knowledge of organizational structure, administrative and legislative procedures of City-Parish government. Knowledge of division�s operational policies and procedures. Knowledge of business English, spelling, and arithmetic. Knowledge of modern office practices, procedures, equipment and clerical techniques.Ability to supervise a subordinate clerical staff; exercise initiative, independence, and sound judgment in supervisory duties.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, department or division director, other departments, divisions, agencies and the public. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to maintain confidentiality of records and materials. Ability to work independently and effectively resolve administrative problems. Ability to prepare statistical analysis.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT

Selected positions may require passing a typing (45 words per minute), word processing, spreadsheet and/or other computer skill test(s).

SELECTIVE CERTIFICATION

City - Parish promotional only. Must have experience with the administration of construction contracts, processing change ordersand acceptances.

EXAMINATION

Score derived from application grading.

APPLICATION NOTE

Please detail all relevant experience on employment application.

SENIOR CLERICAL SPECIALIST

City Court - Civil

May 05 - May 09, 2008

Monday - Thursday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm; Friday 8:00 am - 1:00 pm

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Under the direction of a higher classification, performs intermediate level clerical work involving moderately complex work methods and problems. Work involves a variety of clerical duties requiring some independent judgment and decision-making in accordance with departmental policies and practices. The primary emphasis of this classification is the level of difficulty and responsibility for more complex clerical duties. Performs other work as requested.

ESSENTIAL WORK TASKS

Maintains, with relative independence, a significant share of clerical procedures and office activity, requiring some decision-making in accordance with departmental policies and regulations.

Provides assistance, information and direction to visitors, including taxpayers, public officials and visiting dignitaries from other communities. Explains departmental policies, procedures and regulations to other employees and the general public. Receives, researches, and records calls, walk-ins, and mail of citizen complaints regarding City-Parish related matters; prepares work orders.

Types forms, reports, memorandums, correspondence, tabulations, budgets, cards, minutes, and other documents from general instructions, rough copy, or other sources. Orders and maintains inventory for all office supplies. Performs less complex arithmetical assignments; checks calculations for errors and accuracy. Operates modern specialized office equipment including word processor, calculator, copy machine, microfilmer, fax machine and other office equipment in the performance of clerical operations.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent certificate of competency, and two years experience in clerical duties, or any equivalent combination of training and experience.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES

Skill in the use and operation of modern specialized office equipment including typewriter, calculator, microfilmer, word processor, computer terminal and associated equipment.

Knowledge of modern office practices, procedures, equipment and standard clerical techniques.

Knowledge of departmental rules, regulations, procedures, organization, and functions.

Knowledge of the various departments and agencies within the City-Parish government.

Knowledge of business English, spelling, and arithmetic. Ability to deal with the public with tact and courtesy. Ability to control the keeping of complex records and to prepare periodic reports.

Ability to make arithmetical calculations and tabulations.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Selected positions may require passing a typing (45 words per minute), word processing (including spreadsheet application) and/or other computer skill test(s).

SELECTIVE CERTIFICATION

City - Parish promotional only. Must be proficient in MS Windows and type 45 wpm. Please contact Human Resources Recruiting and Examination at 389-3132 for testing dates and times. Customer Service experience is preferred.

EXAMINATION

Entry Clerical Examination required. Written examinations are available on most Tuesdays, 8:00 - 8:30 am check-in and Thursdays, 12:00 - 12:30 pm check-in. Please contact the Recruitment and Examination staff at 389-3132 to confirm test dates and times.

APPLICATION NOTE

Please detail all relevant work experience on employment application such as types of documents produced, specific software used, decisions made, customer service provided, etc.

TRADESWORKER II

DPW - Building Maintenance

May 05 - May 09, 2008

Monday - Thursday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm; Friday 8:00 am - 1:00 pm

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Under the supervision of an employee of a higher classification, performs skilled and semiskilled work performing maintenance and repair work in a variety of building trades for the City-Parish. Work involves performing a variety of skilled and semiskilled tasks in the maintenance and repair of equipment, machinery, and buildings. An employee in this class is required to have attained a sufficient degree of skill to do general maintenance and repair work. Employees of this class work independently under a technical superior who evaluates work daily for quality and quantity of completed assignments. Performs other work as requested.

ESSENTIAL WORK TASKS

Performs semiskilled and skilled maintenance work in one or more of the building trades; may specialize in a particular craft such as painting, plumbing, carpentry, plastering, electrical work, heating and ventilating work, masonry, carpeting, cement finishing, concrete and ductile iron pipe work, or similar craft. Participates in preventive maintenance, repairs, and new construction.

Performs repairs to plumbing systems, electrical appliances, electric gates, climate control systems, roofs, food service equipment, and small motor devices. Performs installations of electrical equipment. Maintains natural gas supply systems, sewers and drains, and fire protection systems. Troubleshoots problems; maintains inventory of parts and tools on assigned vehicles; operates hand and power tools and equipment necessary to work assignment. Maintains complete and accurate records of work completed.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent certificate of competency, supplemented by completion of vocational school, and two years experience in building trades, or any equivalent combination of training and experience.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT

Some positions of this class may require at the time of application, possession of the appropriate Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) refrigerant recycling and recovery certification (Type I, II, III or Universal) for technicians (as required under Section 608 of the Clean Air Act, 1990).

SELECTIVE CERTIFICATION

DPW promotional only. Must have valid driver's license and experience with Public Works/Building Maintenance, concrete finishing, form building and carpentry.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES

Skill in the use of construction, repair, and maintenance of hand and power tools. Skill in the safe operation of light motor vehicles. Knowledge of standard practices of one or more of the building crafts, including materials, tools, and procedures. Knowledge of the repair and maintenance of buildings, equipment and fixtures. Knowledge of City-Parish codes and standards. Ability to make accurate estimates of time and materials. Ability to read, interpret, and work from sketches, blueprints, and specifications. Ability to prepare rough sketches. Ability to physically perform work assigned. Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions. Ability to establish and maintain productive working relationships with coworkers, superiors and others.

EXAMINATION

Score derived from application grading.

APPLICATION NOTE

Please provide valid driver's license at the time of application. Detail all relevant experience on employment application.

TRADESWORKER II

DPW - Building Maintenance

May 05 - May 09, 2008

Monday - Thursday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm; Friday 8:00 am - 1:00 pm

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

ESSENTIAL WORK TASKS

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES

Skill in the use of construction, repair, and maintenance of hand and power tools.

Skill in the safe operation of light motor vehicles. Knowledge of standard practices of one or more of the building crafts, including materials, tools, and procedures. Knowledge of the repair and maintenance of buildings, equipment and fixtures. Knowledge of City-Parish codes and standards.

Ability to make accurate estimates of time and materials. Ability to read, interpret, and work from sketches, blueprints, and specifications. Ability to prepare rough sketches. Ability to physically perform work assigned. Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions. Ability to establish and maintain productive working relationships with coworkers, superiors and others.

SELECTIVE CERTIFICATION

DPW promotional only. Must have valid driver's license, Public Works/Building and HVAC experience and Universal Refrigerant Certification.

EXAMINATION

Score derived from application grading.

APPLICATION NOTE

Please provide driver's license and certification at the time of application. Detail all relevant experience on employment application.