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ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR 4

State of Louisiana

Baton Rouge, LA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$2,732–$4,682
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Auditing, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Establish Priorities, Facebook, File Audits, Financial Management, Follow Through, Government, Health Insurance, Information Technology & Information Systems, Insurance, LinkedIn, Maintain Compliance, Military, Policy Development, Procedure Development, Public Safety, Record Keeping, Regulatory Requirements, Resource Management, Retirement Plan, Social Media, State Government, Team Building, Team Player, Telephone Skills, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Twitter, Vendor/Supplier Relations
LOCATION
Baton Rouge, LA
POSTED
3 days ago
Salary : $2,732.00 - $4,682.00 Monthly
Location : Baton Rouge, LA
Job Type: Classified
Job Number: 400-26-024
Department: DOC-Administration
Opening Date: 07/16/2026
Closing Date: 7/21/2026 11:59 PM Central

About this Job
Louisiana Department of

Public Safety & Corrections -

Corrections Services

www.doc.louisiana.gov

HEADQUARTERS OFFICES

Baton Rouge, LA

This position is located in the Office of the Deputy Secretary.

At the Louisiana Department of Corrections, our mission is to promote public safety and strengthen communities through fair, professional, and responsive corrections services. We are committed to protecting the people of Louisiana with integrity, accountability, and a deep respect for the rights and dignity of all.
This is an opportunity for you to become part of a dedicated team supporting public safety, where professionalism, resilience, and teamwork are essential.

As an Administrative Coordinator, you will function as an assistant to the Deputy Secretary, as well as assisting the Secretary's Office in daily routine activities. You would also communicate with government and institutional officials of all levels, providing accurate and confidential information as requested. This position also assists the general public with information as allowed by law.

Why work for DOC?

  • Culture:DOC values and supports employees through numerous recognition programs, creating a sense of community, prioritizing internal promotional opportunities, clear communication, and professional development.
  • Growth:Professional growth is encouraged at DOC through numerous avenues.
  • Benefits:DOC offers a generous benefits package including; 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 etc. Alternative work schedules including 4/10'sMAYbe an available benefit for certain positions upon meeting the policy requirements
Please visit our website by clicking here to learn more about DOC, our facilities, and our mission.

An ideal candidate should possess the following competencies:
  • Accepting Direction:The ability to be open and willing to follow guidance or instructions.
  • 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.
Minimum Qualifications
Three years of experience in administrative services.

EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:
Every 15 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as six months of experience.

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:
  • Prepares weekly payroll for the Secretary, Deputy Secretary, and Undersecretary Office personnel which includes collecting and distributing source documents as backup for payroll entry. Incumbent is responsible for input of payroll in the LaGov HCM system, and verification of accuracy of payroll against reports. Conducts audits of payroll files by cross checking Fixed Time Entry Reports to original Time and Attendance Reports.
  • Responsible for answering telephones and responding accurately to inquiries regarding sensitive and confidential matters and greeting guests of the Secretary's Office.
Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: PROBATION, or PROMOTION OF A PERMANENT, CLASSIFIED LOUISIANA STATE EMPLOYEE
  • Current permanent status classified LA State employees may be required to accept a probational appointment if accepted.
  • An employee selected for a promotion may be required to serve a trial detail prior to being permanently promoted.
This posting may also be used to fill a vacancy as a temporary job appointment. If filled as a temporary job appointment, should a permanent position become available, the employee may be converted to a probational appointment.
Other Important Information:

  • IMPORTANT: In the supplemental questions section, applicants must authorize the HR Office of DPS&C-Corrections Services to contact prior employers to check references under the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA),to be considered for employment, by answering 'YES' to the PREA question.
  • Any degree, certificate, special license, or DD-214 must be verified by official documentation prior to hire.
  • Any qualifying experience that is based on college credit/college hours should have an accompanying transcript for verification.
    • This is a 24-hour facility.
    • This Agency is a Drug Free Workplace.
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 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.
  • There is no guarantee that everyone who applies to this posting will be interviewed. The hiring supervisor/manager has 90 days from the closing date of the announcement to make a hiring decision. Specific information about this job will be provided to you in the interview process, should you be selected.
  • To view and apply to any of our other postings we currently have available, click HERE.
The Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections - Corrections Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any non-merit factor including disability.

For further information about this vacancy contact:

Megan Coco

Human Resources Department
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
More information can be found at

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

01

Are you currently a permanent classified employee of Louisiana State Government (STATE EMPLOYEE)?
  • Yes
  • No

02

Are you currently a permanent classified employee of the Department of Corrections/Corrections Services (Adult DOC)?
  • Yes
  • No

03

If you have previous employment in a community confinement center, jail, lockup or prison, the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) requires Corrections Human Resources to contact those employers prior to hiring any applicant for information on substantiated allegations of sexual abuse or any resignation during a pending investigation of an allegation of sexual abuse.Do you authorize the Human Resources Office of the Department of Public Safety and Corrections, Corrections Services, to contact any of your prior employers, whether listed on your employment application or not, to ascertain information required by the Prison Rape Elimination Act, Part 115 of Title 28 of the Code of Federal Regulations? I understand that prior to any offer of employment by the Department of Public Safety and Corrections that such information must be obtained. IMPORTANT: I also understand that if I do not authorize such contact, I will not be eligible for employment with the Department of Public Safety and Corrections.Should I be appointed from this announcement, I also understand that this authorization will remain valid for the duration of my employment with the Department of Public Safety and Corrections.Questions should be directed to Human Resources as noted in the Supplemental Information section of this job posting.
  • Yes, I understand. You may contact my employers, past or present.
  • No. Do not contact my employers, past or present, and DO NOT CONSIDER ME as a candidate for employment.

04

FPP: Following Policies and Procedures - How well do you apply rules, policies, and procedures in your work?
  • I struggle to follow rules or apply policies correctly, which can lead to confusion or mistakes.
  • I follow rules with support and help correct issues, but I sometimes apply policies inconsistently.
  • I apply and explain policies accurately, adapt to routine situations, and help improve procedures.
  • I guide others in applying policies, prevent compliance issues, and improve procedures based on experience.

05

FPP: Following Policies and Procedures - 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.
06

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.

07

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.
08

ADi: Accepting Direction - How well do you accept guidance, follow instructions, and adjust whengiven feedback?
  • I resist direction, ignore feedback, and need reminders to complete tasks.
  • I follow direction with reminders and often need clarification or support.
  • I follow direction reliably, adjust to feedback, and complete tasks on time.
  • I adapt quickly, follow through, and help others adjust as needed.

09

ADi: Accepting Direction - 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.
10

How did you hear about this position?
  • Civil Service Website or social media
  • Recruitment Event
  • Newspaper Ad
  • DOC Website
  • DOC Employee Referral
  • LinkedIn
  • Indeed
  • ZipRecruiter
  • Glassdoor
  • Monster
  • Facebook/Instragram
  • Twitter
  • Other

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