Jefferson

Organization 50

Departments

• Accounting Finance

  It is the responsibility of the Accounting Department to provide accurate up-to-date financial reports and to ascertain that expenditures of all Parish departments are within the limitations of the adopted budget.

  504-364-2777 www.jeffparish.gov
• Alario Center

  Multi-purpose facility and sports center on the West Bank, opened in spring 1999, with a 2,000-seat Main Arena.

  alariocenter.com
• Budget Finance

  The Budget Department focuses on the development, preparation, administration, and monitoring of the Parish Operating Budget.

  504-364-2767 www.jeffparish.gov
• Building Permits Planning

  Ensures compliance with laws pertaining to structural development within Jefferson Parish. East Bank office at 1221 Elmwood Park Blvd, Suite 101; West Bank office at 1855 Ames Boulevard, Suite A, Marrero (504-364-3512).

  504-736-6957 www.jeffparish.gov
• Capital Projects Public Works

  Provides support to other Public Works Departments, including Drainage, Sewerage, Water, Streets and Engineering, by assisting in planning, programming, and managing the engineering and construction of capital improvements.

  504-736-6833 www.jeffparish.gov
• Citizens' Affairs

  Provides the public with information and assistance on how to access the various departments of Jefferson Parish Government.

  504-736-6000 www.jeffparish.gov
• Code Compliance & Enforcement Planning

  Enforces zoning regulations and property maintenance laws. East Bank office at 1221 Elmwood Park Blvd, Suite 202; West Bank office at 1855 Ames Boulevard, Suite A, Marrero (504-364-3505). Hours Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

  504-736-6961 www.jeffparish.gov
• Community Development Housing

  Administers the entitlement grants received from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

  504-736-6262 www.jeffparish.gov
• Community Justice Agency

  Runs the Jefferson Parish Community Service Program with the 24th Judicial District Court and the Department of Parkways, using court-ordered individuals to perform community service work.

  504-736-6844 www.jeffparish.gov
• Drainage Public Works

  Responsible for the administration, direction, coordination and implementation of major drainage and flood control programs.

  504-736-6751 www.jeffparish.gov
• East Bank Consolidated Fire Department Fire

  A 200-member full-time paid fire department serving the East Bank of Jefferson Parish.

  504-736-6200 www.jeffparish.gov
• Ecosystem & Coastal Management Environment

  Works to maintain a resilient and sustainable coastal community by stewarding restoration projects, educating the parish on coastal issues, and managing activities in the coastal zone.

  504-736-6732 www.jeffparish.gov
• Electronic Information Systems Information Technology

  Computer support organization for the Jefferson Parish Administration, together with the MIS and GIS departments.

  504-736-6720 www.jeffparish.gov
• Emergency Management Emergency Management

  Provides emergency management planning for parish departments and agencies and overall emergency coordination and guidance during major emergencies.

  504-349-5360 www.jeffparish.gov
• Engineering Public Works

  Assists the operational departments of the consolidated Department of Public Works; includes the Street Lighting Division and Traffic Engineering.

  504-736-6500 www.jeffparish.gov
• Environmental Affairs Utilities

  Oversees garbage and recycling collection, management of the Parish-owned landfill, and mosquito control.

  504-731-4612 www.jeffparish.gov
• Ethics & Compliance

  The Department of Governmental and Ethics Compliance, created by parish ordinance in March 2010, supports a culture of ethics and a system of compliance within parish government.

  504-736-6304 www.jeffparish.gov
• Finance Finance

  Finance consists of multiple departments including Accounting, Purchasing, Budgeting, and Public Safety Grants & Administration.

  504-364-2767 www.jeffparish.gov
• Fire Services Fire

  Oversees the Volunteer Fire Companies and acts as liaison between the Fire Companies, the Parish Administration and Council; includes the Fire Training Facility and the Department of Hazardous Materials.

  504-736-6202 www.jeffparish.gov
• Fleet Management Public Works

  Full-service facility that repairs, maintains and acquires Jefferson Parish equipment.

  504-736-6877 www.jeffparish.gov
• Floodplain Management & Hazard Mitigation

  Works to lessen the risk of flooding and implement long-term actions to reduce the loss of life and property from future disasters.

  504-736-6540 www.jeffparish.gov
• General Services

  504-364-2675 www.jeffparish.gov
• Human Resource Management Human Resources

  Assists all Parish departments and employees in employee-related matters, including personnel management, training, benefits, and occupational safety and health programs.

  504-736-6180 www.jeffparish.gov
• Internal Audit

  Conducts performance audits and non-audit services of parish departments, programs, services and activities.

  504-736-6737 www.jeffparish.gov
• Jefferson Community Action Programs (JeffCAP) Human Services

  Jefferson Parish's agency dedicated to empowering families, including the elderly, disabled, economically disadvantaged and youth; runs community centers, Head Start, LIHEAP and CSBG programs.

  504-736-6900 www.jeffparish.gov
• Jefferson Parish American Job Center Workforce

  The Jefferson Workforce Connection (American Job Center) serves jobseekers and businesses under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act. Second location at 709 Churchill Parkway, Avondale (504-227-1283).

  504-838-5678 www.jeffparish.gov
• Jefferson Parish Assessor's Office Assessment

  Assesses all real and personal property within Jefferson Parish. Offices open 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. East Bank office: Yenni Bldg, 1221 Elmwood Park Blvd., Suite 901 (504-736-6370).

  504-362-4100 www.jpassessor.net
• Jefferson Parish Clerk of Court Clerk

  Separately elected office handling court records, mortgage and conveyance recording, marriage licenses, passports and birth and death certificates.

  504-364-2900 jeffparishclerk.gov
• Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office Police

  Separately elected parish law enforcement office; also collects parish property, sales and occupational license taxes. Administration Mon-Fri 8:00 am-4:00 pm.

  504-363-5500 jpso.com
• Jefferson Protection & Animal Welfare Services Animal Services

  Provides care and protection for animals in need, helps lost pets return home, and runs pet adoption. Animal Control: 504-349-5536; after hours: 504-554-4744.

  504-349-5111 www.jeffparish.gov
• Juvenile Services

  Provides supervision and rehabilitation to youth and families who have come to the attention of the Jefferson Parish Juvenile Court. Second office: 1546-B Gretna Boulevard, Harvey (504-364-3750).

  504-838-1070 www.jeffparish.gov
• Lafreniere Park Parks & Recreation

  Park open 6 a.m. to 9:45 p.m. daily; offers shelters and the Foundation Center for rental. Office hours Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

  504-838-4389 www.jeffparish.gov
• Library Library

  Jefferson Parish Library offers books, magazines, movies, free high speed internet and more. Administration office hours Monday through Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.

  504-838-1100 www.jeffparish.gov
• Office of Central Grants Administration Finance

  Jefferson Parish's centralized authority for grant oversight, compliance, and fiscal recovery.

  www.jeffparish.gov
• Parish Attorney's Office Legal

  Legal counsel to the Parish Council, the Parish President, and all departments, offices, agencies, and special districts.

  504-364-3822 www.jeffparish.gov
• Parish President's Office Administration

  Office of the Jefferson Parish President, the parish's elected chief executive.

  504-736-6400 www.jeffparish.gov
• Parks & Recreation Parks & Recreation

  Jefferson Parish Department of Parks & Recreation (JPRD) offers athletic programs, senior citizen activities and clubs, alternative programs and community enrichment.

  504-736-6999 www.jeffparish.gov
• Parkways Public Works

  Has authority over the trees, shrubs and plantings on parish-owned right-of-way and neutral grounds.

  504-349-5800 www.jeffparish.gov
• Personnel Human Resources

  The Personnel Department (Personnel Board and Staff) handles the personnel functions in Section 4.03 of the Charter: rule making, job classification, salary administration, recruitment, testing, certification and employee appeals. West Bank office: 200 Derbigny Street, Suite 3100, Gretna (504-364-2730).

  504-736-6364 www.jeffparish.gov
• Planning Planning

  Manages the parish's planning functions and development reviews. Hours Monday through Friday, 8 am to 4:30 pm.

  504-736-6320 www.jeffparish.gov
• Public Information Office

  Liaison between Jefferson Parish Government and the public; keeps the community informed through outreach.

  504-736-6410 www.jeffparish.gov
• Public Works Public Works

  Public Works consists of multiple departments including Water, Sewerage, Drainage, Streets, Parkways, Engineering, Environmental, and Capital Projects.

  504-736-6783 www.jeffparish.gov
• Purchasing Finance

  Provides central procurement services for all Parish departments' requests for services, equipment, supplies, and public works projects.

  504-364-2678 www.jeffparish.gov
• Risk Management

  Functions as the insurance department for Jefferson Parish, protecting the parish against the financial consequences of accidental loss.

  504-736-6907 www.jeffparish.gov
• Safety and Security

  Dedicated to the protection and well-being of employees, visitors, and assets of parish government.

  504-736-6230 www.jeffparish.gov
• Sewerage Utilities

  Provides conveyance, treatment and disposal of wastewater while protecting public health and the environment.

  504-736-6661 www.jeffparish.gov
• Streets Public Works

  Maintains road surfaces, bridges and street drainage (24 inches and under) in unincorporated Jefferson Parish. West Bank Maintenance Office: 1901 Ames Boulevard, Marrero (504-349-5865).

  504-349-5800 www.jeffparish.gov
• Transit Administration Transportation

  Provides public transportation to Jefferson Parish residents; oversees contracted fixed-route operators and the Mobility Impaired Transit System (MITS).

  504-364-3450 www.jeffparish.gov
• Water Utilities

  Provides drinking water to the residents of Jefferson Parish; Utility Services customer service handles billing and new service.

  504-736-6060 www.jeffparish.gov
• Workforce Development Board Workforce

  Composed of representatives from the business community and agencies throughout the region; coordinates the Jefferson Parish One-stop system.

  504-736-6542 www.jeffparish.gov