ST. JAMES PARISH GOVERNMENT

Water Plant Operator III

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 20:26:07 +0000

St. James Parish Government is hiring for the position of Water Plant Operator III in the Operations Department.

JOB FUNCTION: Controls treatment plant machines and equipment to filter and clarify water for human consumption and industrial use. This position is classified as essential during declared emergencies or natural disasters. This is a nonexempt position, working a rotating shift. This position is “Safety Sensitive” and subject to random drug testing as per the St. James Parish Government Employee Handbook. Individuals in this class are able to complete the majority of their work with a minimum amount of supervision. Normally works a rotating shift. Must possess Class III Operator Water Treatment, Water Distribution and Water Production Certifications.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Includes any combination of the following illustrative examples of duties and responsibilities including but not limited to:

· Operates and controls electric motors, pumps, and valve(s) to regulate the flow of raw water into treatment plant

· Dumps specified amounts of chemicals such as chlorine, ammonia, and lime into water; or adjust automatic devices that admit specified amounts of chemicals into tanks to disinfect, deodorize, and clarify water

· Starts agitators to mix chemicals and allows impurities to settle to bottom of tank(s)

· Turns valve(s) to regulate water through filter beds to remove impurities

· Pumps filtered water into water mains

· Monitor panel board and adjusts controls to regulate flow rates, loss of head pressure and water elevation, and distribution of water

· Cleans tanks and filter beds using backwashing

· Performs routine maintenance on machines and equipment

· Tests water samples to determine acidity, color, and impurities

· Adds chemicals such as alum into tanks to coagulate impurities and reduce acidity

· Records data such as residual content of chemicals, water turbidity, and water pressure

· Maintains daily and monthly logs

· Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of knowledge, skills and/or ability required. St. James Parish Government is an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: High School diploma or general education diploma (GED) with 1 year of experience as a Water Plant Operator Trainee.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and, proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY: Ability to define common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Must possess a valid Louisiana Driver’s License, (class “E”) with an acceptable driving record. Must possess Class III Operator Water Treatment, Water Distribution and Water Production Certifications.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

· General knowledge of the hazards and applicable safety rules and regulations in equipment operation

· Ability to perform physical labor required of the position

· Ability to perform daily housekeeping duties

· Have some knowledge of computer systems

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, feel objects, tools, controls, and climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representatives of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in conditions of, extreme heat and cold, near moving mechanical parts, and is frequently exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee frequently works in high, precarious places and is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles.

The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud.

St. James Parish is committed to providing equal employment opportunities. The parish will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis including, but not limited to veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, agree or political affiliations.

Equipment Operator III

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 13:14:32 +0000

St. James Parish Government is hiring for Equipment Operator III in the Road, Bridge & Drainage Division under the Operations Department.

JOB FUNCTION: Drives or operates gasoline or diesel powered equipment characterized as moderately complex; trucks, tractors, backhoes, bulldozer, road graders, or other equipment in order to maintain parish property, servitude, rights-of-way; and to repair roads and other facilities. The distinction between an Equipment Operator I and this position concerns the use of more complicated equipment and skill required. This position is classified as essential during declared emergencies or natural disasters. This is a nonexempt position, forty hours per week. This position is “Safety Sensitive” and subject to random drug testing as per the St. James Parish Government Employee Handbook. Individuals in this class are able to complete the majority of their projects/assignments with a minimum amount of supervision.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Includes any combination of the following illustrative examples of duties and responsibilities including but not limited to:

· Performs maintenance to equipment such as checking fuel, oil and, other lubricant levels; performs necessary emergency repairs; observes indicators to check for proper function of machinery and stops operation when indicated; reports major mechanical problem for repair

· Maintains logs for mileage, fuel consumption, materials transported in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations

· Drives or operates small and large dump trucks, tandem trucks, side-arm/boom mower tractors, bush-hogs or related grass cutting equipment, to maintain parish property, servitude, and rights-of-way

· Operates grader or bulldozer to spread and level dirt, gravel, and stone to grade specifications in construction and maintenance of earthwork structures, such as highways, streets, and temporary roads

· Operates power-driven machines, equipped with movable shovel, to excavate or move dirt, rock, sand, and other material

· Maintains equipment by washing and cleaning

· Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: High School diploma or general education diploma (GED) and 3 years experience and/or training.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: “Must” possess a valid Louisiana Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with a class “B” designation and have an acceptable driving record.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

· Knowledge of the operating procedures and maintenance of equipment operated

· General knowledge of the hazards and applicable safety rules and regulations in equipment operation

· Working knowledge of traffic laws and regulations related to equipment operated

· Ability to clean and assist in minor maintenance and repair of equipment operated

· Ability to perform physical labor required of the position

· Ability to identify operating problems of equipment assigned

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, feel objects, tools, controls, and climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representatives of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions, extreme heat/cold, near moving mechanical parts, and is regularly exposed to vibration. The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud.

St. James Parish is committed to providing equal employment opportunities. The parish will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis including, but not limited to veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, agree or political affiliations.

ARC Supervisor

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 22:29:19 +0000

St. James Parish Government is hiring an ARC Supervisor in the Department of Human Services.

job function: This is an administrative level position with responsibility for assisting in the planning, monitoring, and organizing services for the ARC clients in St. James Parish. Position will have the ability to direct and facilitate the provisions of services in accordance with Federal, State, and Parish laws, regulations, and policies. This position is classified as essential during declared emergencies or natural disasters and exempt according to the Fair Labor Standards Act.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

A. Specific:

1. Communicate to the clients, their families/caretakers, and the public the intent, purpose, and functions of the St. James Arc.

2. Recruit potential clients.

3. Plan, organize, supervise, and communicate the provision of services to the clients of the ARC.

4. Communicate goals and objectives for serving clients in accordance with their plans.

5. Recruit and advise the hiring of staff.

6. Communicate expectations for job performance of DSPs, and supervise services provided to clients on a systematic basis.

7. Evaluate performance of DSPs on an annual basis.

8. Provide and/ or arrange training for staff in areas of need.

9. Ensure timely record-keeping and reporting of Medicaid services and updating of client records.

10. Provide services and file claims according to Medicaid dictates.

11. Submit claims for funding on a timely basis.

12. Complete required reports/grants for funding within timelines, ie., United Way,

13. Conduct an aggressive membership drive on an annual basis.

14. Actively pursue grant funding / donations for the continued operation of the program.

15. Maintain budgetary control and communicate issue, policy needs, center/facility and needs to the Director of Human Resources, President and Executive Board of the ARC.

16. Maintain open lines of communication with the support staff, transportation providers, support volunteers, state and parish agencies, and clients and their families/caretakers.

B. General

1. Arrive at work prior to the arrival of the first client.

2. Remain at work until the dismissal of all clients, and the completion of daily record keeping requirements.

3. Maintain professional demeanor in dress and action when dealings with clients, staff, Executive Board Members, community partners, and family/ caregivers.

4. Maintain confidentiality with all client and personnel issues / information.

5. Refrain from interaction with social media regarding the ARC.

6. Refrain from engaging in personal electronic communications during work hours.

7. Follow the appropriate chain of command in dealing with clients and staff. 8. Represent the St. James ARC with respect when in community interaction.

8. Seek and attend professional development opportunities; attend required training.

9. Maintain a safe, clean, inviting environment for the clients and staff.

10. Maintain appropriate personal hygiene of the clients.

11. Address and respond to clients with respect and concern.

12. Perform all other job responsibilities assigned by the President / Executive Board.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Must have good public relations and communication skills. Ability to plan, organize and effectively present ideas and concepts to groups. Must have basic computer skills, excellent verbal and written communication. Must have a valid LA Class “D” driver’s license.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s degree from four-year college. Understand units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

REASONING ABILITY: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Internet software.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Direct Support Professional (DSP) ARC

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 22:03:06 +0000

St. James Parish Government is hiring a Direct Support Professional (DSP) for the ARC in the Department of Human Services.

JOB FUNCTION: DSP is responsible the overall program services of the enrolled clients. DSP primary function is the interacting with clients daily, caring for their personal and developmental/functional needs, contributing to the development of vocational skills, and communicating with the families/caretakers. This position is classified as nonÂessential during declared emergencies or natural disasters and non-exempt according to the Fair Labor Standards Act.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Specific:

1. Communicate to the clients, their families/caretakers, and the public the intent, purpose, and functions of the St. James Arc.

2. Help to recruit potential clients.

3. Plan, organize, and provide services to the clients of the ARC.

4. Communicate goals and objectives for serving clients in accordance with their care plans.

5. Evaluate, communicate, and respond to the performance of clients

6. Attend training as directed, and implement strategies and skills learned.

7. Ensure timely record-keeping and reporting of Medicaid services provided to clients as required.

8. Provide services and assist the ARC Supervisor in filing claims as instructed.

9. Communicate client needs/concerns to the Supervisor, Director, or Assistant Director, and families/caregivers, and other entities as directed.

10. Communicate Center needs/changes/actions to the ARC Supervisor.

General:

1. Arrive at work prior to the arrival of the first client.

2. Remain at work until the dismissal of all clients, and the completion of daily recordkeeping requirements.

3. Maintain professional demeanor in dress and action when dealings with clients, staff, Executive Board Members, community partners, and family/caregivers.

4. Maintain confidentiality with all client and personnel issues/information.

5. Refrain from interaction with social media regarding the ARC.

6. Refrain from engaging in personal electronic communications during work hours.

7. Follow the appropriate chain of command in dealing with clients and staff.

8. Represent the St. James ARC with respect when in community interaction.

9. Seek and attend professional development opportunities; attend required training.

10. Maintain a safe, clean, inviting environment for the clients and staff.

11. Maintain appropriate personal hygiene of the clients.

12. Address and respond to clients with respect and concern.

13. Perform all other job responsibilities assigned.

Physical Requirements:

A Direct Support Professional must be physically able to:

Â· Handle the positioning and transitioning of clients on a daily basis.

Â· Assist clients with self-help needs.

Â· Feed clients.

Â· Attend to the personal needs of the clients.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Hold a High School Diploma or the equivalent. Have two years of experience in special education or a human service field. Pass a federal background check. Be sensitive to the needs of citizens with disabilities and their families. Must have basic computer skills, excellent verbal and written communication. Must have a valid LA Class "D" driver's license.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: Hold a High School Diploma or the equivalent. Have two years of experience in special education or a human service field. Pass a units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Internet software.

Must be physically able to:

Â· Handle the positioning and transitioning of clients on a daily basis.

Â· Assist clients with self-help needs.

Â· Feed clients.

Â· Attend to the personal needs of the clients.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Equipment Operator II

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 19:53:06 +0000

St. James Parish Government is hiring for Equipment Operator II in the Road, Bridge & Drainage Division under the Operations Department.

JOB FUNCTION: Drives or operates gasoline or diesel-powered equipment characterized as moderately complex; trucks, tractors, backhoes, dozer, road graders, or other equipment in order to maintain parish property, servitude, rights-of-way; and to repair roads and other facilities. The distinction between an Equipment Operator I and this position concerns the use of more complicated equipment and skill required. This position is classified as essential during declared emergencies or natural disasters. This is a nonexempt position, forty hours per week. This position is Safety Sensitive and subject to random drug testing as per the St. James Parish Government Employee Handbook. Individuals in this class can complete the majority of their projects/assignments with a minimum amount of supervision.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Includes any combination of the following illustrative examples of duties and responsibilities including but not limited to:

- Performs maintenance to equipment such as checking fuel, oil and, other lubricant levels; performs necessary emergency repairs; observes indicators to check for proper function of machinery and stops operation when indicated; reports major mechanical problem for repair

- Maintains logs for mileage, fuel consumption, materials transported in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations

- Drives or operates small and large dump trucks, tandem trucks, side-arm/boom mower tractors, bush-hogs or related grass cutting equipment, to maintain parish property, servitude, and rights-of-way

- Operates grader or dozer to spread and level dirt, gravel, and stone to grade specifications in construction and maintenance of earthwork structures, such as highways, streets, and temporary roads

- Operates power-driven machines, equipped with movable shovel, to excavate or move dirt, rock, sand, and other material

- Maintains equipment by washing and cleaning

- Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: High School diploma or general education diploma (GED) and 3 years experience and/or training.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Must possess a valid Louisiana Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with a class B designation and have an acceptable driving record.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

- Knowledge of the operating procedures and maintenance of equipment operated

- General knowledge of the hazards and applicable safety rules and regulations in equipment operation

- Working knowledge of traffic laws and regulations related to equipment operated

- Ability to clean and assist in minor maintenance and repair of equipment operated

- Ability to perform physical labor required of the position

- Ability to identify operating problems of equipment assigned

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representatives of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions, extreme heat/cold, near moving mechanical parts, and is regularly exposed to vibration. The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud.