Administrative Program Specialist A/Operations

State of Louisiana•Baton Rouge, LA

19h•Onsite

About The Position

This position is located in Baton Rouge, LA Office of Operations Job Focus Area The Louisiana Department of Education is seeking an Administrative Program Specialist A to join the Operational Support Services team. This role will serve as a primary support for administrative professionals across the agency by developing, streamlining, and maintaining agency wide administrative procedures, resources, and support. This role will also serve as a secondary reviewer for contracts across the agency as well as a backup administrative assistant for program offices with vacancies. We are looking for candidates who believe in teamwork, accountability, are self-motivating, and process improvement oriented.

Requirements

Three years of experience in administrative services; OR Six years of full-time work experience in any field; OR A bachelor's degree.
Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.
Experience building, documenting and implementing standard operating procedures

Nice To Haves

Demonstrating Accountability: The ability to take ownership of actions, behaviors, performance, decisions, and outcomes.
Following Policies and Procedures: The ability to follow, reinforce, adapt, or develop policies and procedures to maintain compliance with federal and state legal requirements, State Civil Service rules, and organizational policies.
Managing Resources: The ability to manage financial, physical, and contractual resources to ensure compliance and maximize business value.
Building Trust: The ability to create a safe and supportive environment where others feel comfortable speaking up, sharing ideas, and acknowledging mistakes.
Communicating Effectively: The ability to convey information, ideas, and emotions using structured communication methods that promote understanding and engagement.