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Administrative Coordinator 1-4 (Job Appointment)

  2026-08-08     State of Louisiana     Baton Rouge,LA  
Description:

Salary : $1,820.00 - $3,120.00 Monthly
Location : Baton Rouge, LA
Job Type: Classified
Job Number: CRT-2026-224441-MBT
Department: Culture Rec & Tourism-State Parks
Opening Date: 08/06/2026
Closing Date: 8/20/2026 11:59 PM Central

About this Job
The Office of State Parks (OSP) serves the citizens of Louisiana and visitors by preserving and interpreting natural areas of unique or exceptional scenic value, planning, developing, and operating sites that provide outdoor recreation opportunities in natural surroundings, preserving and interpreting historical and scientific sites of statewide importance, and administering intergovernmental programs related to outdoor recreation and trails.
This position is located at the State Capitol and State Parks Administrative Office in Baton Rouge, LA. The Administrative Coordinator plays a vital role in supporting daily site operations by providing reliable, high-level administrative assistance and exceptional customer service. This position serves as a key point of contact for visitors, maintains the inventory and resale of the gift shop, and helps maintain an organized, efficient work environment. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, professional, and committed to delivering responsive, high-quality support.

AN IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL POSSESS THE FOLLOWING COMPETENCIES:

  • Accepting Direction: The ability to be open and willing to follow guidance or instructions.
  • Demonstrating Accountability: The ability to take ownership of actions, behaviors, performance, decisions, and outcomes.
  • Focusing on Customers: The ability to understand and meet the needs, preferences, and experiences of internal and external customers.
  • 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.
  • Managing Resources: The ability to manage financial, physical, and contractual resources to ensure compliance and maximize business value.
  • Working with Financial Information: The ability to interpret financial data, manage financial approvals, and ensure compliance to support informed decisions and promote transparency.
Minimum Qualifications
No experience or training is required.

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
Job Duties:
  • Maintains inventory of resale items & operational stock, and reviews sales records, to determine what items need to be ordered.
  • Assists with the display & organization of resale merchandise, as well as pricing merchandise for sales.
  • Works with vendors to ensure timeliness & accuracy of products & services. Inspects incoming inventory & compares specifications on invoices, purchase orders, etc.
  • Works closely with the State Parks business office to ensure all purchasing & bidding guidelines are followed.
  • Handles cash and card transactions using the Point-of-Sale (POS) system.
  • Greets visitors and provides information to them, and answers questions. Provides a high level of customer service.
Position-Specific Details:
Location: State Parks Administrative Office, Baton Rouge, LA
Appointment Type: Job Appointment - In the event that funds become available for a permanent position, the employee may be converted to a probational appointment.
Career Progression: This position may be filled as an Administrative Coordinator 1, 2, 3, or 4. As part of a Career Progression Group, vacancies may be filled based on the qualifications of the selected applicant. Please refer to the "Class Specifications" page for specific information on salary ranges, minimum qualifications, and job concepts for each level.
Work Schedule: The "Shop at the Top" gift shop is open 7 days/week, from 9:00 am-3:00 pm (closed for major holidays). Position will work a rotating schedule of 40 hours/week, which can include weekends as needed, to ensure coverage.
Compensation: Compensation offered will be dependent on level of experience and certification, so please be sure to include all education and work experience for consideration.
How to Apply:

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

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. Please include all education and work experience in order to be considered, as pay is DOE (dependent upon experience).
The Office of the Lieutenant Governor and the Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism are participants in the E-Verify system for identification and employment eligibility purposes.

Louisiana as a State, is a Model Employer for People with Disabilities.

Contact Information:

For further information about this vacancy, contact:Melissa Thibodaux
Department of Culture, Recreation, & Tourism
1051 N. 3rd Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
Fax: (225) 342-7928
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 More information can be found at

Parental Leave - Up to six weeks paid parental leave
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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 and 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. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.

Retirement- State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to):
  • Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (). LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system
  • Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (),
  • Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (), among others

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FC: Focusing on Customers - How well do you understand and meet the needs of internal or external customers?
  • I struggle to understand customer needs, provide clear information, or resolve issues.
  • I respond to customer needs with some support and build basic working relationships.
  • I understand customer needs, communicate clearly, and deliver timely, reliable service.
  • I anticipate customer needs, build trust, and deliver personalized, proactive service.

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FC: Focusing on Customers - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience. Tip: Use the STAR method (situation, task, action, result) to explain how you have demonstrated this competency. Examples from work, military service, volunteering, education, or other life experiences are all valid.
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MR: Managing Resources - How well do you manage financial, physical, or contractual resources to meet operational needs?
  • I struggle to manage resources, don't always follow required procedures, or have trouble keeping accurate records.
  • I handle basic resource tasks but may not consistently align them with priorities or follow procedures.
  • I manage resources effectively, follow procedures, track usage, and maintain accurate records to support my team's goals.
  • I plan ahead to meet future needs, improve systems, strengthen vendor relationships, and ensure compliance across resource areas.

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MR: Managing Resources - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience. Tip: Use the STAR method (situation, task, action, result) to explain how you have demonstrated this competency. Examples from work, military service, volunteering, education, or other life experiences are all valid.
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WFI: Working with Financial Information - How do you use financial information to support your work and ensure accuracy and compliance?
  • I struggle to understand or apply financial data, rules, or processes, which may cause delays or errors.
  • I can interpret basic financial data, but I may need help to ensure accuracy, compliance, or informed decisions.
  • I accurately interpret financial data, apply policies, ensure compliance, and prepare transparent reports.
  • I anticipate risks, interpret complex financial data, and align financial decisions with compliance and strategic priorities.

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WFI: Working with Financial Information - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience. Tip: Use the STAR method (situation, task, action, result) to explain how you have demonstrated this competency. Examples from work, military service, volunteering, education, or other life experiences are all valid.
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