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BUSINESS SERVICES
Brookwood Homes – Used and Repo Mobile Homes as low as $10,000.00. Call 318-644-2226.
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
Site Manager – Rampart Multi Family Complex:
Rampart Multi-Family, a top leader in the property management business, currently has an opening for a Site Manager at a Multi-Family Complex located in Jonesboro.
Job Purpose
The Site Manager supports the Company’s efforts in the day-to-day implementation of policies, procedures and programs that will assure a well-managed, well-maintained property. The Site Manager must provide “in charge” responsibilities for the property. These responsibilities include being on-call 24 hours, managing and delegating work to staff. Conduct all business in accordance with company policies and procedures, Fair Housing, Americans with Disabilities Act, Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other laws pertaining to apartments.
Duties include but are not limited to:
· Provide excellent tenant service. Respond to tenant requests/problems in a timely and courteous manner, and generate work orders directed to vendors or maintenance staff. Follow-up with the tenant to ensure satisfactory resolution of the issue. Ensure that there is 24-hour emergency coverage for the property at all times.
· Conduct periodic inspections of the property and tenant spaces to ensure compliance with leases and the proper upkeep of the property.
· Ensure that property and lease files are properly maintained and kept up to date in accordance with company Prepare and maintain appropriate tenant lease files, records, correspondence and file notes.
· Assist with administering tenant occupancy including providing the new tenant with an introduction letter regarding emergency contacts, insurance requirements, rent collection procedures, and maintenance request procedures.
· Obtain estimates/bids for repairs at the property. Generate and track Service Orders, approvals and distribution.
· Sort, code and ensure accuracy and compliance with contracts of all property related invoices.
· Collect and organize all property information in a format for quick reference.
· Prepares or directs assistant to prepare, memos, faxes, email, maintain files, prepare expense reports and other administrative forms, copying, and arrange for courier service and overnight deliveries.
· Assist in the production of monthly and annual reports, preparation of transaction related documents, Maintain contact information, and aid in the production of departmental reports (e.g. business plans, financial statements.
· Detailed verification of all invoice amounts and information with approved Service Orders or Contracts.
· Ensure proper property coding on invoices.
· Investigate cost reduction opportunities.
· Assist accounting with questions related to the property and resolution of vendor issues.
· Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
· 3+ years of directly relevant Apartment Management experience.
· Bachelor’s Degree preferred, but not required.
· Strong working knowledge of MS Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel.
· Effectively prioritize and multi-task.
· Excellent people skills.
· Ability to effectively delegate responsibility of duties to support staff and maintain follow up to ensure completion of assigned duties.
· Strong working knowledge of general office equipment (copiers, fax machines, scanners).
· Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing with peers, managers and clients.
· Dependable & flexible as well as possessing the ability to maintain a high level of
confidentiality.
· Proactive, initiate follow-through.
***Salary is based on experience***
Rampart/Wurth Holding Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $30,000 per year
Benefits:
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
Education:
• Bachelor’s (Preferred)
Experience:
• Property Management: 1 year (Preferred)
• Supervising: 3 years (Preferred)
• Yardi: 1 year (Preferred)
• LIHTC: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
• Driver’s License (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Jackson Parish Police Jury
The Jackson Parish Police Jury is hiring for the following open position. Please submit all applications to: Jackson Parish Police Jury Administrative Building, 160 Industrial Drive, Jonesboro, LA 71251. Applications will be received until 4:30 pm on Friday, November 3, 2023. To request a detailed job description, please contact our office at (318) 259-2361 or by email: egibbs@jppj.org.
POSITION: General Laborer: Grounds Keeper
DEPARTMENT: Jackson Parish Maintenance Department
Description:
Under close supervision, the Maintenance Department General Laborer – Grounds Keeper works to maintain Police Jury grounds and participates in ground construction activities. Work requires considerable working knowledge of motorized equipment and hand/power tools in order to perform grounds work activities. Job class may oversee in the instruction of inmate trustee(s) assigned to the Maintenance Department General Laborer – Grounds Keeper.
Minimum Qualifications:
• Must be 18 years of age.
• High school diploma, or equivalent, required.
• Class E Louisiana driver’s license required; progression towards a CDL license a plus.
• One (1) year of grounds maintenance experience; or any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities have been achieved.
• Must be able to lift up to 100 pounds frequently.
• Ability to work safely in all weather conditions, including adverse conditions.
• Can understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Able to work in elevated areas, confined spaces, and on and off ladders.
• Must be able to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
Basic Responsibilities:
• The General Laborer – Grounds Keeper is responsible for grounds keeping and maintenance services at the assigned facilities; i.e., Courthouse, Veteran’s Park, Community Center, Blake Building, Fain Building, Health Unit, Annex Buildings, etc. following the instructions from their Supervisor.
• Cleans, repairs, and services all equipment used in grounds maintenance such as mowers, blades, vehicles, and a variety of hand/power tools and maintains a schedule for each.
• Plants and trims lawns, trees, bushes, hedges, and shrubs using hand tools or motorized vehicles.
• Landscapes new ground areas seasonally, repairs damaged ground areas, replaces bushes, hedges, shrubs, and trees.
• Plants, cares for, and maintains flower beds and lawns; fertilizes and treats soil when needed for plant growth.
• Applies herbicide and pesticide chemicals to grounds, trees, bushes, shrubs, and lawns in order to control plant diseases and insects.
• Locks and unlocks assigned buildings; secures building when facilities are not in use, checks for unlocked doors and windows, reports any unauthorized occupants, turns off lights.
• Removes ice from sidewalks and parking lots, and spreads salt or other treatments on sidewalks and parking lots during icy conditions.
• Assists with the setup of facilities for meetings, conferences, events, etc.
• Consults with Supervisor regarding orders for supplies for all aspects of grounds keeping; e.g., equipment, parts, blades, herbicides, pesticides, flowers, bushes, or trees.
• Drives a vehicle, such as a car, truck, or van, to pick up other workers, supplies, and materials.
• Assists Maintenance General Laborer – Custodian with general custodial duties when necessary and available such as:
o Performs general housekeeping and cleaning of building interiors using cleaning supplies and equipment to keep the interior of the office buildings looking clean and professional.
o Mops, vacuums, strips, cleans, buffs, and applies floor sealer and floor finish to hard surface floors; vacuums and shampoos carpets.
o Uses and maintains assigned power equipment and hand tools: buffers, auto scrubbers, high pressure washers, high speed buffers and vacuums, brooms, mops, and squeegees for the cleaning and general maintenance of floors, walls, carpets, furniture, etc.
• Responds to repair requests quickly and with a professional manner.
• Follows instructions regarding the use of chemicals and supplies; uses as directed.
• Moves furniture, equipment, supplies, and tools on an incidental basis.
• Attends to emergencies when necessary.
• Loads and unloads materials from trucks.
• Ready to learn from on-the-job training when necessary.
• Follows safety procedures and practices as required, as well as wearing required safety equipment.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Detailed Job Description available upon request.
Jackson Parish Police Jury
The Jackson Parish Police Jury is hiring for the following open position. Please submit all applications to: Jackson Parish Police Jury Administrative Building, 160 Industrial Drive, Jonesboro, LA 71251. Applications will be received until 4:30 pm on Friday, November 3, 2023. To request a detailed job description, please contact our office at (318) 259-2361 or by email: egibbs@jppj.org.
POSITION: Supervisor
DEPARTMENT: Jackson Parish Maintenance Department
Description:
Under administrative direction of the Operations Manager (or the Secretary-Treasurer in the absence of the Operations Manager), this position is a working supervisor role that plans, oversees, and coordinates the various operations of employees who repair, clean, and maintain Police Jury buildings and grounds. Supervisor performs complex maintenance tasks and other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications:
• Must be 18 years of age.
• High school diploma, or equivalent, required.
• Class E Driver’s License required; progression towards Class B Commercial CDL a plus.
• Requires specialized training beyond high school that can be obtained in one year or less.
• Three (3) years of journey-level experience in construction and/or maintenance work, including one year of experience in a specialty building trade and as a lead worker or supervisor or have equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities.
• Must be able to lift up to 100 pounds frequently.
• Able to work safely in all weather conditions, including adverse conditions.
• Understands, follows, and communicates oral and written instructions.
• Able to work in elevated areas, confined spaces, and on and off ladders.
• Must be able to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
Basic Responsibilities:
• The Maintenance Department Supervisor is responsible for carrying out orders given by the Maintenance Superintendent which includes performing periodic (daily, weekly, monthly, etc.) inspections of assigned areas, maintaining documentation records, and following up with staff to make corrections, adjustments, etc.
• Expresses ideas clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, to groups and individuals.
• Performs periodic (daily, weekly, monthly, etc.) inspections of assigned areas and maintains documentation records; is expected to follow-up with staff to make corrections, adjustments, etc.
• Prepares work schedules, work orders, purchase orders, voucher requests, and other required forms.
• Reviews, approves, and submits Maintenance Department timecards in the absence of the Superintendent.
• Estimates material and labor costs for repairs, remodeling, alterations, and installation projects.
• Orders and issues tools, equipment, and supplies.
• Maintains material and equipment inventories; places orders when necessary while managing to budget.
• Performs complex repair and maintenance tasks.
• Oversees a staff of skilled and semi-skilled workers, as well as inmate trustees, in such maintenance duties as painting, carpentry, masonry, cement work, custodial tasks, building and grounds, and general upkeep involving structures, furnishings, equipment, floor coverings, acoustical ceiling, plumbing, heating, air conditioning, electrical, and related systems.
• May establish new preventive maintenance programs and procedures.
• Directs and works alongside Maintenance Department staff.
• Handles routine personnel matters, recommends pink slips and other disciplinary actions or customer-related items that arise to Superintendent.
• Acts as fill in/backup staff in the event of absent personnel.
• Acts in the absence of the Superintendent and assists in managing the Maintenance Department staff and its overall operation.
• May be required to be on 24 hour call out.
• Works directly with the Secretary-Treasurer in Superintendent’s absence.
• Attends any required Police Jury or Committee meetings, training classes, or seminars that relate to the incumbent’s role within the department.
• Assures that incumbent’s performance meets or exceeds all Police Jury expectations.
• Sets forth a professional appearance and attitude on and off the job.
• May be required to lift equipment, tools, or any combination in excess of 100 pounds.
• Adheres to all traffic laws, applicable Federal and State health and safety rules, local ordinances, and Jackson Parish Policy Jury rules and regulations and policies and procedures.
• Able to drive various pieces of equipment used by the Police Jury.
• Follows safety procedures and practices as required, as well as wearing required safety equipment.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Detailed Job Description available upon request.
PUBLIC BID
The Village of North Hodge
The following property has been declared surplus and will be taking sealed bids. All items will be sold “AS-IS” and may be viewed at the Village Hall located at 5204 Quitman Hwy, North Hodge, LA 71247 during regular office hours. Monday-Tuesday, Thursday-Friday 8AM-2PM. Bids must be received by Tuesday, November 7, 2023 by 2PM. Bids may be dropped off at Village Hall during regular business hours or mailed to P.O. Box 520, Hodge, LA 71247. Bids will be opened at the next scheduled meeting
held on Tuesday, November 7, 2023 at 6:00PM. The Village of North Hodge reserves the right to reject any and all bids.
1. 2008 Dodge Durango – VIN# 1D8HD38N58F146123 – Minimum Bid $500.00 (OBO) – needs interior work and coil pack.
ITEMS FOR SALE
100 Year History of JHHS Football – Only 24 copies remain for purchase. Relive the great memories, players and teams in this comprehensive season-by-season review of Jonesboro-Hodge High School football from 1919 – 2019. Cost of book is $25.00 each or $40.00 for two. Free shipping. To order call 318-480-1206 or send email to jpjjacksonla@gmail.com
PUBLIC NOTICE
Village of Chatham, LA, Monthly Meeting Minutes
The Village of Chatham held its regularly scheduled meeting on October 10, 2023, at 6:00pm. Present were Mayor Gregory Harris, council members Toni Malone, Sue Proffer, and Mike Wilson; council members Bernadean James and Laverne Mixon were absent. Visitors present were John Mize and Brenda Williams. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Harris. Council member Toni Malone lead the Pledge of Allegiance and Mayor Harris gave the invocation.
Toni Malone motioned, and Mike Wilson seconded and approved by all to accept minutes as read for the regular meeting held on September 12, 2023.
Sue Proffer motioned, and Mike Wilson seconded and approved by all to accept minutes as read for the special call meeting held on September 26, 2023.
Toni Malone motioned, and Mike Wilson seconded and approved by all to pay the monthly bills.
The council discussed repealing the current mobile home Ordinances 12-126 and 12-164. It was decided that a new mobile home ordinance would be introduced at the regular meeting in November.
Sue Proffer motioned, and Toni Malone seconded and approved by all adopt the Language Access Plan.
Mike Wilson motioned, and Toni Malone seconded and approved by all to get other estimates on the repair of the F250 utility truck and to bring to the table at the regular meeting in November.
Mike Wilson motioned, and Toni Malone seconded and approved by all to introduce an ordinance at the regular meeting in November to call for a special election on March 23, 2024, to change the chief of police position from elected to appointed.
Mike Wilson motioned, and Toni Malone seconded and approved by all for the Clerk’s office to contact Emergent Enforcement Solutions, LLC about their automated traffic solutions.
Toni Malone motioned, and Mike Wilson seconded and approved by all to accept the financial statements
as presented.
Mike Wilson motioned, and Toni Malone seconded and approved by all to adjourn the meeting. The
meeting was adjourned at 6:38pm.
Village of Chatham Special Called Meeting Minutes
The Village of Chatham held a special meeting on Monday, October16, 2023, at 6:00 pm. Present were Mayor Gregory Harris, council members Bernadean James, Toni Malone, Sue Proffer and Mike Wilson; council member Laverne Mixon was absent. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Harris. The pledge was led by council member Toni Malone and prayer was given by Mayor Harris.
Mike Wilson motioned, and Toni Malone seconded and was approved by all to introduce Ordinance 2023-05 calling for a special election relating to the election or appointment of the chief of police for the Village of Chatham.
Toni Malone motioned, and Sue Proffer seconded and approved by all to set Monday October 30, 2023, at 5:30 pm for a public hearing to discuss the proposed ordinance. Council meeting to follow at 6:00 pm.
Toni Malone motioned, seconded by Mike Wilson, and approved by all to adjourn the meeting.
