Specialist

State of Louisiana•Baton Rouge, LA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Louisiana Works transforms lives and drives prosperity by putting people at the center of everything we do. We provide one seamless door where individualized solutions create new possibilities, proving that when government works for people, Louisiana works for everyone. Our Human Resources Team is focused on building fairness, clarity, and results! This position is within the Office of Management and Finance (OMF), a team that helps keep Louisiana Works operating smoothly through key administrative functions. The Human Resources Analyst A/B/C/Specialist provides assistance associated with Discipline/Employee Relations, and Layoff Avoidance/Layoffs. This role additionally serves as the primary administrator of Performance Management and feedback, and as back-up for functions related to FMLA, Unemployment, Workers' Compensation, Insurance and Retirement. This position supports Executive Leadership, Management and Supervisors on related matters. Join our team and start making a meaningful impact through essential human resources work that supports Louisiana’s workforce.

Requirements

Three years of human resources experience; OR Six years of full-time 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.
Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application.
Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
All applicants selected for employment must submit to drug screening and a background check.

Nice To Haves

Communicating Effectively: The ability to convey information, ideas, and emotions using structured communication methods that promote understanding and engagement.
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.
Thinking Critically: The ability to analyze information objectively, identify connections across sources, and form logical, well-supported conclusions.
Building Trust: The ability to create a safe and supportive environment where others feel comfortable speaking up, sharing ideas, and acknowledging mistakes.
Managing Time: The ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and allocate time to ensure timely completion of work goals.
Solving Problems: The ability to identify root causes, analyze relevant data, and apply practical or innovative solutions to challenges.

Responsibilities

Provide guidance and consultation to appointing authorities, managers, and supervisors on progressive discipline, disciplinary actions, performance management, workplace conduct, and employee relations matters.
Review disciplinary documentation and prepare related correspondence, including counseling letters, reprimands, performance improvement plans, pre-deprivation notices, and other disciplinary correspondence.
Conduct and coordinate employee relations investigations, including complaints of discrimination, harassment, workplace violence, threats, and other workplace misconduct.
Assist in resolving workplace concerns at the informal level and facilitate grievances when formal resolution is required.
Collaborate and consult with legal counsel, as appropriate, regarding disciplinary and employee relations matters.
Provide consultation and training to management and employees regarding performance management, workplace conduct, policy interpretation, disciplinary procedures, grievance processes, and employee relations practices.
Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in disciplinary, grievance, employee relations, and performance management processes.