Administrative Program Specialist-B

State of Louisiana • Baton Rouge, LA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is located within the Administrative. Training. and Safety Services section of the Division of Management and Finance. Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS). The incumbent will exercise a wide latitude of independent judgement in carrying out the duties and responsibilities of the position with broad administrative direction from the Administrative Program Specialist C. AN IDEAL CANDIDATE SHOULD POSSESS THE FOLLOWING COMPETENCIES: Accepting Direction: The ability to be open and willing to follow guidance or instructions. Driving Results: The ability to set and pursue goals, maintain focus amid competing demands, and deliver results. Making Accurate Judgments: The ability to assess options, weigh risks, and make sound decisions using available information and logical reasoning . Using Data: The ability to collect, analyze, and use data to generate insights and inform decisions. If you're driven, collaborative, and ready to make an impact - this could be the opportunity for you!

Requirements

• Four years of experience in administrative services; OR Six years of full-time work experience in any field plus one year of experience in administrative services; OR A bachelor's degree plus one year of experience in administrative services; OR An advanced 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.

Nice To Haves

• Accepting Direction: The ability to be open and willing to follow guidance or instructions.
• Driving Results: The ability to set and pursue goals, maintain focus amid competing demands, and deliver results.
• Making Accurate Judgments: The ability to assess options, weigh risks, and make sound decisions using available information and logical reasoning .
• Using Data: The ability to collect, analyze, and use data to generate insights and inform decisions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate records for state reporting and audit purposes.
• Compile incident and accident data into monthly reports for quarterly presentation to Executive Staff and Regional Administrators.
• Create, maintain, and post Job Safety Analyses (JSA) in accordance with DCFS safety policy.
• Request and track additional documentation from regional offices as needed for claims processing and vehicle repairs.
• Collaborate with regional representatives to assess risk to staff when threats occur and determine appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Complete annual safety audits at the request of the state insurance provider.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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