Public Notice: Employment Opportunity – Software Customer Representative

South Central Planning & Development Commission is accepting resumes for full-time and part-time Software Customer Representatives. The Software Representative’s main duty is to interact with customers of our custom software, provide basic assistance and may occasionally assist with fieldwork. The Software Representative must possess good communication and basic computer skills. The individual should possess a high school diploma or GED as a minimum. Both full-time and part-time positions are hourly positions. Full-time positions are positions with permanent status and fringe benefits. Benefits include, health/dental/vision/life insurance, paid holidays, vacation & sick leave. Starting pay will be approximately $10.40 – $15 an hour depending on experience.

Resumes will be accepted until positions are filled. Send resume to: SCPDC Software Representative; PO Box 1870, Gray, LA 70359 or email to: employment@scpdc.org SCPDC is an EOE/AAE.

Public Notice: Employment Opportunities – Software Analysts

South Central Planning & Development Commission is accepting resumes for Software Analysts to mainly perform, discuss, and analyze business requirements with customers, as well as create plans to solve problems with the use of agency’s custom software. The Software Analyst must demonstrate, mainly through on-line conferencing, the use of custom software features. Travel may be required for business analysis and software training. These jobs require, but are not limited to analytical decision making, problem solving, and high quality customer service. Minimum qualifications for an Analyst I is a bachelor’s degree and 2 years’ experience in a related field. Higher levels of experience are needed to qualify for Analyst II. These are full-time, salaried positions with permanent status and fringe benefits. Benefits include retirement, health/dental/vision/life insurance, paid holidays, vacation & sick leave. Starting salary will be approximately $45,000 – $85,000 annually depending on qualification level and experience. A hybrid or remote work situation may be considered. Opportunities for further upward advancement are available.

SCPDC is an EOE/AAE. Resumes will be accepted until positions are filled. Send resume to: SCPDC Software Analyst PO Box 1870, Gray, LA 70359 or email to: employment@scpdc.org

Public Notice: Watershed Region 6 Steering Committee Meeting – May 24, 2023

The Regional Steering Committee of Watershed Region 6 will hold a meeting on May 24, 2023 at 10:00 am. This meeting is in accordance with Louisiana Watershed Initiative activities and is integral to providing a sustainable, institutional basis to increase continuity, improve flood resilience, and enable more effective flood prevention within our region.

Date: May 24, 2023
Time: 10:00-12:00pm
Location: Parish Courthouse, 300 Houmas St , Donaldsonville La 70346

BACKGROUND STATEMENT

OBJECTIVES
• Modeling Presentation by L. R. “Eric” Erikson, P.E., CFM | Department Manager –
Water Resources, Michael Baker International
• Legislation Status from State.
• Round 1 Regional Projects Status
• Round 2 Criteria and application dates
• Scope of Work for this coming FY

AGENDA

10:00 – 10:15 am Welcome:
• Call to Order
• Roll Call
Review and Adoption of Minutes
• April 27, 2022 Meeting

10:15 – 10:45 am
L. R. “Eric” Erikson, P.E., CFM | Department Manager – Water Resources
Michael Baker International

10:45 – 11:00 am Legislative Status from State
• How will this legislation change what we are
currently doing.
• Will need to outreach to our Parishes and
communities regarding this change in status

10:45 – 10:50 am Sub-Committee Update
• Louisiana Floodplain Managers Conference, Ruston LA
March 28-31, 2023 (Attended)
• Association of State Floodplain Managers Conference,
Raliegh, North Carolina, May 7-11, 2023 (Attended)

11:00am – 11:15 am Brief Discussion Governance Structure

11:15 am – 11:30 am Status of Round I Projects

11:30 am – 11:45 am Criteria for Round II Projects and application dates

11:45 am – 11:50 am Summary of Technical Assistance Interviews

11:50 am – 11:55 am Committee Members Comments

11:55 am – 12:00 pm Closeout
• Public Comments
• Key Dates (Legislation Date)
• Next Meeting – As determined
• Adjourn

Activities for next meeting:
• Complete and circulate meeting minutes
• Incorporate comments and corrections to meeting minutes
• Provide status of legislation to the regional Steering Committee.
• Develop Ranking for Round II Projects
• Begin the development of a Watershed Plan for Region 6

Region-6-Steering-Committee-Meeting-21-Agenda

Public Notice: Employment Opportunity – Plans Examiner

South Central Planning & Development Commission is accepting resumes for multiple Plans Examiner positions in both our Houma and Baton Rouge locations. The main duty of the Plans Examiner is to review plans and verify compliance with the Louisiana State Uniform Construction Code. The candidate must possess good communication and computer skills, as well as be able to work independently. On occasion, this position may be required to perform inspections and may also be called upon to assist with duties related to post declared emergencies. The individual should possess a high school diploma and some Plan Review certifications as a minimum. The ideal candidate would meet Louisiana State certification requirements for both Residential and Commercial Plan Reviews. In lieu of certifications, candidates with relevant experience may be considered in a position of Code Enforcement Apprentice until proper certifications are obtained. The Plans Examiner position is a full-time, salaried position with permanent status and fringe benefits. Benefits include retirement, health/dental/vision/life insurance, paid holidays, vacation & sick leave. Starting Pay will be approximately $57,000 – $80,000 annually depending on qualification level and experience. SCPDC is an EOE/ AAE.

Resumes will be accepted until positions are filled. Send resume to: SCPDC Plans Examiner PO Box 1870, Gray, LA 70359 or email to: employment@scpdc.org

Public Notice: Employment Opportunity – Planner (Grant Writer)

South Central Planning & Development Commission is seeking a Regional Planner with knowledge/experience in planning and its principals, grant writing, GIS, and technical reporting. Responsibilities include writing and management of Federal, State, and Local Grants. Other responsibilities may include management of special projects on behalf of the Commission and its member jurisdictions. The candidate must have excellent oral and written communication skills, have the ability to work effectively with local, state, and federal officials, interest groups, and the general public. This position may require public speaking, attendance of night meetings and travel. Minimum qualifications should include a Bachelor’s Degree in Urban Planning, Business, or a related field. The ideal candidate would have previous grant writing experience. Prior parish, municipal or regional experience a plus.  Salary range:  $41,600 – $60,000 to be commensurate with experience  and education.  SCPDC is an EOE/AAE.

Resumes will be accepted until position is filled. Send resume to: SCPDC Planner PO Box 1870, Gray, LA  70359 or email to: employment@scpdc.org