Administrative Assistant 5

State of Louisiana • Baton Rouge, LA

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About The Position

The Administrative Assistant 5 serves as a high-level support professional responsible for managing advanced administrative functions that ensure the efficient operation of the department. This role helps the department fulfill its mission of supporting individuals with disabilities in achieving meaningful employment and independence. An ideal candidate should possess the following competencies: Accepting Direction: The ability to be open and willing to follow guidance or instructions. Communicating Effectively: The ability to convey information, ideas, and emotions using structured communication methods that promote understanding and engagement. Using Data: The ability to collect, analyze, and use data to generate insights and inform decisions. Thinking Critically : The ability to analyze information objectively, identify connections across sources, and form logical, well-supported conclusions. Demonstrating Initiative : The ability to assess situations independently and take proactive steps to address them without being prompted or instructed by others. Displaying Professionalism: The ability to uphold workplace standards through consistent conduct, responsible communication, and consideration for others. Managing Time: The ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and allocate time to ensure timely completion of work goals.

Requirements

• Four years of experience or training in clerical work.
• Every 15 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as six months of experience.

Nice To Haves

• American Sign Language skills

Responsibilities

• Serve as a confidential assistant to the Executive Director of Statewide Services.
• Supports executives and leadership by coordinating critical office activities, overseeing key administrative processes, managing data and records, and interpreting departmental policies for staff and the public.
• Play a central role in maintaining organizational operations, supporting decision-making through data collection and analysis, and assisting in special projects, meetings, and personnel-related tasks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed