ADMINISTRATIVE PROGRAM SPECIALIST-B

About the role

Posting number: 403CO-226070-GOL Department: Office of Juvenile Justice Job classification: ADMINISTRATIVE PROGRAM SPECIALIST-B Posting type: Open Categories: Corrections, Accounting and Finance, Office and Administrative Support Summary 20250630082635_logo-lojj-CMYK-full - Copy.jpg Office of Juvenile Justice Central Office  State Police Bldg/ First Floor 7919 Independence Blvd., Baton Rouge, LA 70806 The Office of Juvenile Justice is seeking a detail-oriented Administrative Program Specialist B to support statewide operations in transportation, property management, and risk-management functions. This role is ideal for someone who excels in organization, compliance, and coordinating high-volume administrative processes across multiple facilities and regional offices. In this position, you’ll help ensure accurate fleet and property records, support statewide inventory and certification processes, assist with claims and reporting, and maintain strong communication with state partners and agency leadership. You’ll also contribute to policy implementation, staff training, and the overall efficiency of OJJ’s administrative systems. If you’re dependable, analytical, and committed to maintaining high standards of accuracy and accountability, this role offers a meaningful opportunity to support OJJ’s mission and statewide operations. AN IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL POSSESS THE FOLLOWING COMPETENCIES:  Accepting Direction: Follows direction reliably, adjusts to feedback, and completes tasks on time. Demonstrating Accountability: Owns results, meets standards, and responds to feedback professionally. Making Accurate Judgments: Makes timely, well-reasoned decisions using available info, context, and trade-offs. Managing Resources: Allocates resources effectively, follows procedures, tracks usage, and maintains accurate records to support operational and financial needs. Acting with Ethics and Integrity: Acts with integrity, respects confidentiality, and treats people fairly. Adapting to Change: Adjusts quickly and stays effective during change. Examples of duties 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 bachelor's 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. Qualifications The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here. Supplemental information Job Duties: Oversees statewide fleet operations for 200+ vehicles, including compliance monitoring, log audits, maintenance coordination, and vehicle procurement/surplus actions. Manages property control for 2,580+ tagged items across secure care facilities and regional offices, ensuring accurate tagging, inventory, certifications, and LPAA compliance. Audits facility and regional entries in Protégé and asset management systems, correcting errors and ensuring statewide accuracy. Coordinates external audits with LPAA, OSP, OLA, and other regulatory agencies for fleet, property, and warehouse operations. Provides statewide training to staff on fleet, property, purchasing, and risk-management procedures. Manages warehouse and inventory systems including file maintenance, certification documentation, and surplus transfers. Processes risk-management claims by gathering documentation, coordinating with adjusters, tracking payments, and submitting quarterly exposure reports. Handles purchasing needs for fleet-related goods and services, ensuring compliance with procurement rules and 156b requisition requirements. Acts as liaison with LPAA, ORM, DMV, private insurers, auditors, vendors, and agency leadership to resolve issues and maintain compliance. Maintains regulatory expertise by studying laws, attending trainings, updating procedures, and supporting internal training programs. Position-Specific Details: Work Location:  This vacancy is located at the Office of Juvenile Justice-Central Office in Baton Rouge, LA.  Appointment Type:  Full-time, Probational The incumbent of this position must not have been convicted or pled nolo contendere to a crime listed in  R.S. 15:587.1 (c) The Office of Juvenile Justice is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. For more information on employment-related resources available for those with disabilities, refer to the Louisiana Employment Resource Guide. 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. In the supplemental questions section, applicants must authorize the HR Office of Juvenile Justice to contact prior employers to check references under the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) to be considered for employment.  If you are contacted for an interview, please let us know at that time if you will need special accommodations. NOTE: Prior to an appointment, the selected applicant must take and pass a drug screening test, possess a valid Louisiana Driver's License, and clear a background check. For further information about this vacancy, contact: Garilyn London OJJ/ Human Resources