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Coastal Resources Program Specialist

The Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority (CPRA) is seeking a motivated Coastal Resources Program Specialist to join the Planning and Research Division. This position supports the administration of contracts, grants, and budget activities that advance the states mission to protect, restore, and enhance Louisianas coastal resources. The ideal candidate will perform advanced programmatic and administrative duties while providing confidential support to the Division Administrator.

An ideal candidate will possess the following core competencies:

• Following Policies and Procedures: The ability to comply with policies and procedures of the organization as well as State Civil Service rules, and all applicable federal and state laws.
• Making Accurate Judgments: The ability to form an opinion objectively and decisively based on relevant information and in accordance with established standards.
• Thinking Critically: The ability to objectively question, analyze, interpret, and evaluate information to form a conclusion.

Preferred Competencies:

• Accepting Direction: The ability to accept and follow directions from those higher in the chain of command.
• Communicating Effectively: The ability to relay information correctly and appropriately to connect people and ideas.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Three years of experience in an environmental program; OR
• Six years of full-time work experience in any field; OR
• A bachelors degree.

Experience Substitution: 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.

Job Specification:

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties and Other Information:

• Serves as the confidential personal assistant to the Planning & Research Division Chief
• Corresponds with stakeholders on behalf of the Planning & Research Division Chief via phone, email, and in-person visitors
• Maintains Outlook Calendar on behalf of the Planning & Research Division Chief
• Drafts and prepares letters, and memos accurately and in compliance with appropriate guidance/directives
• Manages all travel planning and documentation for the Administrator and Division staff
• Responsible for fulfilling all purchasing needs and maintaining inventory records on behalf of the Division
• Prepares, maintains and submits all necessary paperwork for purchasing
• Coordinates with the agencys Support Services section to determine and order all equipment needs
• Serves as the timekeeper by reviewing and ensuring accuracy of payroll entries for all employees in the Planning & Research Division
• Coordinates with HR and the appropriate manager/supervisor to prepare and ensure all HR paperwork is accurate
• Prepares and monitors professional service contracts, interagency agreements, and grants in accordance with state laws and CPRA policies; tracks approvals, coordinates with public and private partners, ensures accurate cost allocations using LAGov, and assists senior staff with contract management and reporting

Position-Specific Details:

• Appointment Type: Probational or Promotional
• Career Progression: This position may be filled as a Coastal Resources Program Specialist 1, Coastal Resources Program Specialist 2, or Coastal Resources Program Specialist 3 depending on level of experience.
• Office Location: 150 Terrace Ave Baton Rouge, LA 70802
• Compensation: The maximum salary for the Coastal Resources Program Specialist 3 is $78,624 annually. There are special bi-weekly entrance rates established for this position:
• Coastal Resources Program Specialist 1 $1,672.80
• Coastal Resources Program Specialist 2 $1,789.60
• Coastal Resources Program Specialist 3 $1,915.20
• Official transcripts will be required upon hire.

How To Apply:

To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. *Information to support your eligibility for the position 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. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. Contact Information: If you have any questions, you may contact:

• Rachel Dunbar, Human Resources Supervisor
• P.O. Box 44027
• Baton Rouge, LA 70804
• ...@la.gov

Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career. As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:

• Insurance Coverage
• Parental Leave Up to six weeks paid parental leave
• Holidays and Leave State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:
• New Year's Day
• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
• Mardi Gras
• Good Friday
• Memorial Day
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Veteran's Day
• Thanksgiving Day
• Christmas Day
• Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor
• State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use.
• Retirement State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems:
• Louisiana State Employees Retirement System
• Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana
• Louisiana School Employees Retirement System

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