Administrative Program Specialist B

Administrative Program Specialist B

Salary

$3,345.00 - $6,566.00 Monthly

Location

Baton Rouge, LA

Job Type

Classified

Job Number

419-222055-JAS

Department

DPS-Office of State Police

Opening Date

06/10/2026

Closing Date

6/16/2026 11:59 PM Central

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About this Job

The Louisiana State Police (LSP) Emergency Services Unit (ESU) is the primary agency in Louisiana with statutory authority over hazardous materials and explosives. The Hazardous Materials Hotline allows for the immediate notification of hazardous materials-related incidents occurring in Louisiana.

We are looking for an Administrative Program Specialist B to join our Right to Know section on the Hazardous Materials Hotline. The Administrative Program Specialist B plays a key role in documenting and disseminating information related to hazardous materials releases, allowing for the immediate notification of hazardous materials-related incidents occurring in Louisiana.

An ideal candidate should possess the following competencies:

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 Services rules, and organizational policies.

Making Accurate Judgements: The ability to assess options, weigh risks, and make sound decisions using available information and logical reasoning.

Managing Resources: The ability to manage financial, physical, and contractual resources to ensure compliance and maximize business value.

Minimum Qualifications

Four years of experience in administrative services; OR

Six years of full-time work experience in any field plus one year of experience in administrative services; OR

A bachelors degree plus one year of experience in administrative services; OR

An advanced 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

Job Duties:

As an Administrative Program Specialist B, you will perform tasks that are critical to the mission of the Emergency Services Unit, requiring analytical, clerical and data entry skills. In this job you will:

• Administer the Hazardous Materials Hotline
• Function as a support mechanism to the Office of State Police and the Department of Environmental Quality in Louisiana's chemical response efforts
• Support administration of the Emergency Services Unit as the central repository for all Tier Two chemical inventory filings under SARA, Title III and the Louisiana Hazardous Materials Information Development, Preparedness, and Response Act
• Process explosives licenses and applications

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: Probational

Career Progression: This position will be filled as an Administrative Program Specialist B.

Work Schedule: Work hours may range from 7:00am until 5:30pm, Monday - Friday.

Compensation: Starting salary for this position is $19.30 - hourly / $1,544 - biweekly / $3,345 - monthly / $40,144 - annually. Limited exceptions may be available to applicants who possess extraordinary work experience.

Louisiana is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.

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 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.

Contact Information:

For further information about this vacancy, contact:

Joel Sunsin

LSP/Special Operations/Emergency Services Unit

7979 Independence Blvd, STE 201, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70808

Ph: 225-925-6068

DPSEmployeeAdministration@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 More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/

Parental Leave - Up to six weeks paid parental leave

More information can be found at https://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx

Holidays and Leave - State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:

• New Years Day
• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,
• Mardi Gras,
• Good Friday,
• Memorial Day,
• Independence Day,
• Labor Day,
• Veterans 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 (www.lasersonline.org). LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system
• Teachers Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org),
• Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others

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CE: Communicating Effectively - How well do you share information and ideas in ways that others can understand, relate to, and act on?

• I communicate unclearly, use poor tone, and ignore the audience.
• I share main ideas clearly and adapt to the audience when reminded.
• I communicate clearly, listen actively, and explain complex ideas well.
• I craft messages that connect, inspire, and drive action across audiences.

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CE: Communicating Effectively - 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.

03

DIn: Demonstrating Initiative - How well do you take action and solve problems on your own without waiting for direction?

• I wait for direction, avoid ownership, and don't solve problems.
• I meet expectations and help with solutions when asked.
• I take ownership, solve problems, and follow through.
• I take initiative, innovate, and deliver results beyond expectations.

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DIn: Demonstrating Initiative - 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.

05

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.

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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.

07

MAJ: Making Accurate Judgments - How do you make decisions when faced with choices, risks, or limited information?

• I make reactive or delayed decisions and sometimes overlook risks, priorities, or potential bias.
• I try to weigh options but struggle when there's uncertainty, competing priorities, or unclear outcomes.
• I make timely, well-reasoned decisions by using available information, context, and trade-offs.
• I make sound decisions in complex situations, lead others through ambiguity, and adapt as new information emerges.

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MAJ: Making Accurate Judgments - 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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To ensure compliance with DPS-PSS Policy 01-02.01 Nepotism, no individual may be hired, promoted, demoted or transferred within DPS, if the individual is related to another employee who is, or would be, within their line of supervision. Relative is defined as: child, step-child, sibling, spouse, parent, step-parent, aunt, uncle, niece, nephew, grandchild, grandparent, and any "in law" relationship. Are you related to anyone employed with the Department of Public Safety, Public Safety Services?

• Yes
• No

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If you answered yes to the above question, please list the name of your relative and relationship.

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Did you list ALL of your job experience and education on your application? If not, please add before submitting.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer State of Louisiana

Address 1201 N 3rd St

Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70802

Phone (866) 783-5462

Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/louisiana/default.cfm