ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR 1-4
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ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR 1-4
Salary
Depends on Qualifications
Location
Ville Platte, LA
Job Type
Classified
Job Number
217697AC4CSEVP21326HS
Department
DCFS-Department of Children and Family Services
Opening Date
02/19/2026
Closing Date
2/26/2026 11:59 PM Central
Description
Benefits
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About this Job
Department MISSION
DCFS is working to keep children safe, helping individuals and families become self-sufficient, and providing safe refuge during disasters.
Department VISION
We care for the well-being and safety of Louisiana's people.
Department VALUES
Treating all people with dignity, compassion and respect, while providing services with integrity.
This position is located in Ville Platte, LA in the Lafayette Region Child Support Office in Evangeline Parish.
This is an essential administrative position which provides support to the core mission of the Department of Children and Family Services. The position provides clerical, programmatic, and administrative support functions for staff, applicants and clients of the Child Support Enforcement Office. If you are driven, collaborative, and ready to make an impact, this could be the opportunity for you!
AN IDEAL CANDIDATE SHOULD POSSESS THE FOLLOWING COMPTENCIES:
Selected Core Competencies:
Accepting Direction:The ability to be open and willing to follow guidance or instructions.
Communicating Effectively:The ability to convey information, ideas, and emotions using structured communication methods that promote understanding and engagement.
Demonstrating Accountability:The ability to take ownership of actions, behaviors, performance, decisions, and outcomes.
Selected Preferred Competencies:
Demonstrating Initiative:The ability to assess situations independently and take proactive steps to address them without being prompted or instructed by others.
Displaying Professionalism:The ability to uphold workplace standards through consistent conduct, responsible communication, and consideration for others.
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 Time:The ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and allocate time to ensure timely completion of work goals.
Valuing Inclusion:The ability to recognize, appreciate, and support the contributions, perspectives, and experiences of all individuals to improve outcomes across teams and organizations.
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 foundhere (https://apps01.civilservice.louisiana.gov/onestopjobinfo/DisplayJobSpec.aspx?JobCode=168040) .
Job Duties and Other Information
Job Duties:
Assist Attorneys with case preparations
Works independently on cases assigned and prepares appropriate legal pleadings, obtains signatures on various forms, and documents pertinent data
Attends court and assists the attorneys, when requested
Assists the CSE Manager and CSE Supervisors with clerical support
Provides functional assistance to the clerical staff with budget preparations, human resources forms, vehicle maintenance, inventory, and purchasing.
Supervises Administrative Coordinators and provides assistance and/or guidance on an as needed basis
Serves as primary time administrator for payroll for the entire CSE office
Performs related duties as assigned for the smooth operation of the Department
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: This position may be filled as a probational appointment or a job appointment that may last up to 48 months. Job appointments may convert to probational appointments. Also, it may be filled as a detail and promoted within 12 months or by promotion of a permanent classified employee.
Career Progression: This position participates in a Career Progression Group (CPG) and may be filled as an Administrative Coordinator 1, 2, 3 or 4. The level at which the vacancy is filled will be determined by the qualifications of the candidate selected. This position provides the opportunity to advance within this job series.
Compensation: The actual starting salary depends on the education and experience of the selected applicant.
Work Schedule: Typically, work hours are 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday - Friday. Flexible work schedules are available after meeting certain criteria and is dependent upon the position you are applying for. Some positions require working shifts.
Work Location: This position is located in Ville Platte, LA in the Lafayette Region Child Support Enforcement Office in Evangeline Parish.
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 this application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumeswill not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Contact Information:
For additional information about this vacancy, please contact:HR.Inquiry@la.gov
DCFS is an "Equal Opportunity Employer" and Louisiana is a "State as a Model Employer" (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity tomake a differencethrough 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 athttps://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx
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 (www.lasersonline.org). LASERS has provided this video (https://lasersonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Your\Retirement\System.mp4) to give you more detailed information about their system
Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org),
Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others
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ADi - 26: Accepting Direction - How well do you accept guidance, follow instructions, and adjust when given 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.
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ADi - 26: 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.
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CE - 26: 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 - 26: 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.
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DA - 26: Demonstrating Accountability - How well do you take responsibility for your actions, results, and performance?
I avoid responsibility, deliver poor work, and resist feedback.
I take ownership when prompted and meet basic expectations.
I own results, meet standards, and respond to feedback professionally.
I drive high performance, prevent issues, and model accountability.
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DA - 26: Demonstrating Accountability - 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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FPP - 26: Following Policies and Procedures - How well do you apply rules, policies, and procedures in your work?Service rules, and all applicable federal and state laws.
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 - 26: 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.
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MT - 26: 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.
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MT - 26: Managing Time - 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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State of Louisiana
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Phone
(866) 783-5462
Website
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