Administrative Program Specialist A

State of Louisiana•Baton Rouge, LA

22h•Onsite

About The Position

This position will be in East Baton Rouge Parish, located in Administration. The incumbent serves as Administrative Program Specialist in the Executive Section of the Office of State Fire Marshal, Code Enforcement and Building Safety with a statewide staff of over 250 and an annual budget of $35 million. Reports to the Executive Staff Officer. As an Administrative Program Specialist A, you will perform tasks that are critical to the mission of the Office of State Fire Marshal or similar fields and must possess effective oral/written communication skills; strong analytical skills; the ability to work independently; and effective interpersonal skills. Requires analytical, clerical, and data entry skills.

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.
Effective oral/written communication skills
Strong analytical skills
Ability to work independently
Effective interpersonal skills
Analytical, clerical, and data entry skills

Nice To Haves

Accepting Direction: The ability to be open and willing to follow guidance or instructions.
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.
Making Accurate Judgments: The ability to assess options, weigh risks, and make sound decisions using available information and logical reasoning.
Acting Decisively: The ability to make timely, confident decisions using sound reason.
Building and Supporting Teams: The ability to combine one's actions and efforts with others to work toward achieving a common goal.
Displaying Professionalism: The ability to uphold workplace standards through consistent conduct, responsible communication, and consideration for others.
Focusing on Customers: The ability to understand and meet the needs, preferences, and experiences of internal and external customers.
Thinking Critically: The ability to analyze information objectively, identify connections across sources, and form logical, well-supported conclusions.
Thinking Strategically: The ability to anticipate trends, understand context, and align actions with long-term priorities.
Working Safely: The ability to maintain a safe work environment by following established safety rules, procedures, and practices.

Responsibilities

Coordinating program information by maintaining databases, generating reports, and ensuring information integrity; may require presentation of information in workshops, meetings, etc.
Performing certification and eligibility duties as it relates to the program.
Ensuring program compliance with Federal and State regulations.