PUBLIC NOTICE OF VACANCY

Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority-West Bank
Board of Commissioners

Pursuant to La. R.S. 38:330.1 et seq., notice is hereby given that applications are being accepted from persons interested in serving on the Board of Commissioners for the Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority-West Bank (“SLFPA-W”). Seven members serve on the Board of Commissioners. A Nominating Committee comprised of representatives of civic, professional, and academic organizations reviews applications and recommends individuals for appointment by the Governor and confirmation by the Senate. The Nominating Committee is comprised of representatives from the following organizations: Public Affairs Research Council of Louisiana, Leaders for a Better Louisiana, Louisiana Geological Survey, Association of State Floodplain Managers, National Society of Black Engineers, UNO College of Engineering, Tulane University School of Science & Engineering, Southern University College of Engineering, LSU College of Engineering, Louisiana Engineering Society, American Society of Civil Engineers, West Bank Business and Industry Association, and Holy Cross College.

CURRENT VACANCIES

The Nominating Committee is accepting applications for three positions on the SLFPA-W Board of Commissioners:

1. A resident who resides in Jefferson Parish on the west side of the Mississippi River, within the jurisdiction of SLFPA-W to complete a term from July 2, 2026 to July 1, 2030.
2. A resident who resides in Orleans Parish on the west side of the Mississippi River, within the jurisdiction of SLFPA-W to complete a term from July 2, 2026 to July 1, 2030.

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS

Two members shall reside in Jefferson Parish on the west side of the Mississippi River within the jurisdiction of SLFPA-W. Two members shall reside in Orleans Parish on the west side of the Mississippi River. Three members shall reside outside of Jefferson or Orleans Parishes.

QUALIFICATIONS

Engineering/Related Field Professional

Three members shall be either an engineer or a professional in a related field such as geotechnical, hydrological, or environmental science. At least one of the three members shall be a civil engineer.

Non-Engineering Professional

Three members shall be professionals in disciplines other than engineering, geotechnical, hydrological, or environmental science. They each shall, at a minimum, hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution of higher learning with at least ten years of professional experience in that discipline.

Engineering/Related Field Professional or Non-Engineering Professional

One member shall possess the qualifications of either an engineering/related field professional or of a non-engineering professional.

Once the new member is appointed, the composition of the Board must meet the residency and occupational qualifications defined above.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications are avaliable for download by clicking the following Application Link and submitting the completed application by August 24, 2025 to director@slfpaw.org.

Please direct any questions or concerns to:

Jesse D. Noel, P.E.
Regional Director, Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority-West Bank
7001 River Road
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 371-6847
director@slfpaw.org