Human Resources Analyst A, B, Or C

State of Louisiana • St. Gabriel, LA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Louisiana Department of Public Safety & Corrections – Corrections Services, specifically the Elayn Hunt Correctional Center, is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Human Resources Analyst. This role supports a wide range of HR functions, including recruitment, employee relations, classification, and personnel administration, playing a key role in ensuring the facility’s HR operations run efficiently and in accordance with state policies and procedures. The department values and supports employees through recognition programs, fostering a sense of community, prioritizing internal promotions, clear communication, and professional development. They offer a generous benefits package including a defined benefit pension plan, health insurance (also available post-retirement), at least 10 paid holidays, sick and annual leave that rolls over, paid time off for overtime, a deferred compensation plan, a flexible benefits plan, and alternate work schedules (e.g., 4/10s) may be available upon meeting policy requirements.

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.

Nice To Haves

• Accepting Direction: The ability to be open and willing to follow guidance or instructions.
• Building and Supporting Teams: The ability to combine one's actions and efforts with others to work toward achieving a common goal.
• Communicating Effectively: The ability to convey information, ideas, and emotions using structured communication methods that promote understanding and engagement.

Responsibilities

• Assist with recruitment and selection activities, including posting vacancies, screening applications, coordinating interviews, and processing hiring paperwork.
• Maintain and update employee records, ensuring accuracy and compliance with state and departmental policies.
• Provide support in classification and compensation matters, including position reviews, job analysis, and salary determinations.
• Process personnel actions such as promotions, reallocations, separations, and disciplinary documents in accordance with Civil Service rules.
• Serve as a resource to employees and supervisors by responding to inquiries related to HR policies, leave programs, benefits, and workplace procedures.
• Assist in developing and implementing HR procedures, ensuring consistency and compliance across the facility.

Benefits

• A defined benefit pension plan
• Health insurance that is also available post-retirement
• At least 10 paid holidays
• Sick and annual leave that rolls over from year to year
• Paid or time off accrued for hours worked over 40 per week
• A deferred compensation plan
• A flexible benefits plan
• Alternate work schedules (e.g., 4/10s) may be an available benefit for certain positions upon meeting the policy requirements

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level