HUMAN RESOURCES ANALYST A/B/C/SPECIALIST

HUMAN RESOURCES ANALYST A/B/C/SPECIALIST

Salary

$3,501.33 - $6,136.00 Monthly

Location

Baton Rouge, LA

Job Type

Classified

Job Number

HRAABCS-224236-8326KK

Department

Louisiana Works

Division

Office of Management & Finance

Opening Date

08/10/2026

Closing Date

8/15/2026 11:59 PM Central

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About this Job

Louisiana Works transforms lives and drives prosperity by putting people at the center of everything we do. We provide one seamless door where individualized solutions create new possibilities, proving that when government works for people, Louisiana works for everyone.

Our Human Resources Team is focused on building fairness, clarity, and results!

This position is within the Office of Management and Finance (OMF), a team that helps keep Louisiana Works operating smoothly through key administrative functions. The Human Resources Analyst A/B/C/Specialist provides assistance associated with Discipline/Employee Relations, and Layoff Avoidance/Layoffs. This role additionally serves as the primary administrator of Performance Management and feedback, and as back-up for functions related to FMLA, Unemployment, Workers Compensation, Insurance and Retirement. This position supports Executive Leadership, Management and Supervisors on related matters. Join our team and start making a meaningful impact through essential human resources work that supports Louisiana's workforce.

AN IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL POSSESS THE FOLLOWING COMPETENCIES:

• Communicating Effectively: The ability to convey information, ideas, and emotions using structured communication methods that promote understanding and engagement.
• 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.
• Thinking Critically: The ability to analyze information objectively, identify connections across sources, and form logical, well-supported conclusions.
• Building Trust: The ability to create a safe and supportive environment where others feel comfortable speaking up, sharing ideas, and acknowledging mistakes.
• Managing Time: The ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and allocate time to ensure timely completion of work goals.
• Solving Problems: The ability to identify root causes, analyze relevant data, and apply practical or innovative solutions to challenges.

Minimum Qualifications

Three years of human resources experience; OR

Six years of full-time experience in any field; OR

A bachelor's 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 Details:

• Provide guidance and consultation to appointing authorities, managers, and supervisors on progressive discipline, disciplinary actions, performance management, workplace conduct, and employee relations matters.
• Review disciplinary documentation and prepare related correspondence, including counseling letters, reprimands, performance improvement plans, pre-deprivation notices, and other disciplinary correspondence.
• Conduct and coordinate employee relations investigations, including complaints of discrimination, harassment, workplace violence, threats, and other workplace misconduct. Assist in resolving workplace concerns at the informal level and facilitate grievances when formal resolution is required.
• Collaborate and consult with legal counsel, as appropriate, regarding disciplinary and employee relations matters.
• Provide consultation and training to management and employees regarding performance management, workplace conduct, policy interpretation, disciplinary procedures, grievance processes, and employee relations practices. Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in disciplinary, grievance, employee relations, and performance management processes.

Position Specific Details:

Location: Baton Rouge, La

Appointment Type: Probational / Job Appointment / Promotional / Detail to Special Duty

Career Progression: This position may be filled as a Human Resources Analyst A, B, C, or Specialist.

Please click on the links below to learn more about each job level:

Human Resources Analyst A

Human Resources Analyst B

Human Resources Analyst C

Human Resources Specialist

Compensation: This position has a Special Entrance Rate (SER) of the following:

Human Resources Analyst A: $20.20 per hour / $1,616.00 biweekly

Human Resources Analyst B: $21.61 per hour / $1,728.80 biweekly

Human Resources Analyst C: $24.31 per hour / $1,944.80 biweekly

Human Resources Specialist: $26.01 per hour / $2,080.80 bi-weekly

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 applications 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.

All applicants selected for employment must submit to drug screening and a background check.

Contact Information:

For further information about this vacancy, contact:

Kedrick Kennedy

kedrick.kennedy@la.gov

Louisiana Works is an equal employment opportunity employer and SAME agency that serves as a model employer for the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities • TDD# 800-259-5154

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

01

Do you have experience in disciplinary matters and employee relations?

• Yes
• No

02

If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please provide your specific work-related experience. If not, enter "N/A."

03

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.

04

Communicating Effectively - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience.

05

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.

06

Following Policies and Procedures - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience.

07

Managing Time - How well do you manage your time, meet deadlines, and prioritize your work?

• I miss deadlines, struggle to prioritize, and don't use tools to manage my time.
• I complete some tasks but need reminders or get distracted by low-priority activities.
• I plan and complete work on time using tools and strategies to stay focused and on track.
• I balance competing demands, adapt to shifting priorities, and model strong time habits under pressure.

08

Managing Time - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience.

09

Solving Problems - How do you approach challenges and work toward effective solutions?

• I focus on surface issues, miss root causes, or struggle to follow through on solutions.
• I gather some information, but my solutions may not be fully thought through or feasible.
• I analyze problems thoroughly, identify root causes, and follow through with realistic, adaptable solutions.
• I anticipate and solve complex problems, develop innovative solutions, and improve systems based on outcomes and feedback.

10

Solving Problems - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience.

11

Thinking Critically - How do you analyze information and draw meaningful conclusions from it?

• I miss key details or oversimplify information, and my conclusions may not be based on evidence.
• I try to analyze information, but I may overlook the relevance or credibility of my sources.
• I analyze key information, consider the evidence, and form logical conclusions based on credible sources.
• I uncover deeper insights by connecting different sources, questioning assumptions, and identifying patterns.

12

Thinking Critically - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience.

13

Do you possess designation as a Society for Human Resource Management Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP), Professional in Human Resources (PHR), or a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR)?

• Yes
• No

14

If you answered Yes to the previous question, please list the designation type, number, issue date, and expiration date below. If you answered No, please enter N/A.

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