FACILITY PROJECT PLANNER 1

FACILITY PROJECT PLANNER 1Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/louisiana/jobs/newprint/4608790) ApplyFACILITY PROJECT PLANNER 1Salary $3,895.00 - $7,011.00 MonthlyLocation Baton Rouge, LAJob TypeClassifiedJob Number513-198404-24DepartmentWildlife & Fisheries-WildlifeOpening Date08/07/2024Closing Date8/20/2024 11:59 PM Central

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Supplemental InformationLDWF supports a strong work ethic in its employees and incorporates the use of good science, accurate information and technology. The Office of Wildlife exists to provide wise stewardship of Louisiana's wildlife and associated habitats and increase wildlife conservation awareness.FACILITY PROJECT PLANNER 1This Office of Wildlife position is responsible for cost estimating, preliminary design and design development of construction projects, construction documentation, project inspection and progress documentation, project closeout, reviewing invoices to ensure compliance with the designed scope of work as well as other aspects of project management.VACANCY INFORMATION This position may be filled as a:

Probational Appointment

Promotion (open to all statewide classified and agency wide permanent status employees)

Current permanent status classified state employees may be required to accept a probational appointment if selected.This position is domiciled in East Baton Rouge Parish.FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ABOUT THIS VACANCY CONTACT: Cassandra LouisDepartment of Wildlife & FisheriesHuman ResourcesP.O. Box 98000Baton Rouge, LA 70898 clouis@wlf.la.govA criminal background check will be required of all selected applicants. Applications will be rejected if the applicant fails to meet the minimum qualifications, submits an incomplete application or fails to apply by the closing date of the announcement. Applicants qualifying based on college training or receipt of a baccalaureate degree will be required to submit an official college transcript to verify credentials claimed prior to appointment. Please make every effort to attach a copy of your transcript to your application if possible. If you are applying for a position which requires a baccalaureate and/or master’s degree you may apply 90 days prior to receipt of your degree, however, the effective date of the appointment cannot be prior to your graduation date.HOW TO APPLYNo Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.The Department of Wildlife and Fisheries is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports the recruitment, hiring and retention of individuals with disabilities. For more information on employment resources for individuals with disabilities, see the Louisiana Employment Resources Guide athttp://www.laworks.net/Downloads/LRS/EmploymentResourceGuide2018.pdf(Download PDF reader)This agency participates in the E-Verify system for verification of citizenship and employment authorization.Wildlife & Fisheries is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Minimum QualificationsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:A baccalaureate degree in landscape architecture, architecture, engineering, or interior design.SUBSTITUTION:A current valid Louisiana license in landscape architecture, architecture, engineering, or interior design will substitute for the required baccalaureate degree.NOTE:Any college hours or degree must be from an accredited college or university.Job ConceptsFUNCTION OF WORK:Assists in preparation of plans, specifications, and cost estimates for various recreational areas, historic sites, interpretive centers, preservation areas, building renovation and design, roads and easements, infra-structure, and multiple use facilities within a major state agency.LEVEL OF WORK:Entry.SUPERVISION RECEIVED:General from a Facility Project Supervisor. Other reporting relationships may be approved by SCS.SUPERVISION EXERCISED:None.LOCATION OF WORK:In major state agencies with an on-going statewide construction, renovation, and maintenance program.JOB DISTINCTIONS:Differs from Facility Project Planner 2 by the degree of difficulty of assignments and amount of overall project responsibilities.Examples of WorkEXAMPLES BELOW ARE A BRIEF SAMPLE OF COMMON DUTIES ASSOCIATED WITH THIS JOB TITLE. NOT ALL POSSIBLE TASKS ARE INCLUDED.Assists in the design of major landscape architectural, architectural, and engineering projects such as recreational facilities, historic site interpretive centers, state parks, master plans, etc., including preparation of plans, specifications, and cost estimates.Assists in the preparation of space allotment studies, functional and aesthetic design, and the layout/details of varied buildings and state park facilities.Assists in the preparation of environmental impact studies, which address environmental effects of the project location, slopes and grading, landscaping, temporary and permanent water and soil erosion measures and controls, visual impacts, etc. and the minimizing of harm to the environment.Assists in the review of existing and proposed recreational facilities, historic sites, and state preservation areas and the preparation of studies to determine needs and location for future recreational areas, state historic site information centers, multiple use areas, state parks, etc.Reviews plans prepared by others for conformance to acceptable landscape architectural and architectural designs as they relate to the project development within established standards and policies of the department.Assists in performing periodic surveys of existing facilities, from which suggestions are made to upgrade facilities to meet current and future demands.Responds to public complaints and/or requests to maintain an efficient and beneficial relationship between the public and the department.Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity tomake a differencethrough public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career. As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/Parental Leave– Up to six weeks paid parental leaveMore information can be found athttps://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspxHolidays and Leave – State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:

New Year's Day

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,

Mardi Gras,

Good Friday,

Memorial Day,

Independence Day,

Labor Day,

Veteran's Day,

Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.

Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the GovernorState employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.Retirement – State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to):

Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org). LASERS has provided this video (https://lasersonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/YourRetirementSystem.mp4) to give you more detailed information about their system

Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org),

Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others

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Are you within 90 days of receiving the required baccalaureate or master's degree ?

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If you answered 'yes' to the question above, enter your anticipated graduation date below. If you answered 'no' enter N/A.

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Do you possess a valid driver's license?

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Are you willing to travel statewide as required?

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Are you available to work overtime, if required?

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Do you have a current valid Louisiana license in landscape architecture, architecture, engineering, or interior design?

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If you answered yes to the previous question, please list the license type, number, issue date, and expiration date. If no, please type N/A.

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Have you completed a bachelor's degree?

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Provide the major as given on your official transcript for your bachelor's degree(s) or above. If you have not completed a degree enter NA.

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AgencyState of LouisianaAddressFor agency contact information, please refer tothe supplemental information above.Louisiana State Civil Service, Louisiana, 70802Phone(866) 783-5462Websitehttp://agency.governmentjobs.com/louisiana/default.cfmApplyPlease verify your email addressVerify Email