Administrative Program Specialist A/B/C
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Administrative Program Specialist A/B/C
Salary
$3,127.00 - $6,136.00 Monthly
Location
Baton Rouge, LA
Job Type
Classified
Job Number
26-21 APS KS
Department
Department of Environmental Quality
Division
OMF FINANCIAL / CONTRACTS MGMT
Opening Date
02/25/2026
Closing Date
3/3/2026 11:59 PM Central
Description
Benefits
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About this Job
The Department of Environmental Quality/Office of Management and Finance has a vacancy.
The Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality's (LDEQ) mission is to provide services to the people of Louisiana through comprehensive environmental protection to promote and protect health, safety, and welfare.
Step into a role that sits at the heart of the agency's purchasing and contracting operations. As a key member of the Procurement team, you'll ensure that critical services, commodities, and contracts move smoothly from request to execution - all while safeguarding compliance, accuracy, and fiscal integrity. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy solving complex procurement challenges, and want to make a measurable impact on agency operations, this position offers the opportunity to do exactly that.
An ideal candidate should possess the following competencies:
Demonstrating Accountability: The ability to take ownership of actions, behaviors, performance, decisions, and outcomes.
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; OR
Six years of full-time work 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 foundhere (https://apps01.civilservice.louisiana.gov/onestopjobinfo/DisplayJobSpec.aspx?JobCode=168090) .
Job Duties and Other Information
Job Duties:
Oversee exempt purchases, service contracts, and original agreements while ensuring compliance with state procurement laws and departmental standards.
Assist staff with preparing and processing contracts, amendments, purchase orders, and change orders using LaGov and LESA systems.
Provide guidance on purchasing decisions, documentation requirements, timelines, and procurement best practices.
Coordinate with the Procurement Manager, OSP, Legal, vendors, and internal staff to support accurate, timely, and compliant procurement activities.
Manage complex RFP/ITB processes, including drafting specifications, facilitating evaluations, and conducting pre-bid conferences.
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: This position will be filled as a job appointment; it could be converted to a probationary appointment should funding become available.
Domicile: East Baton Rouge
Career Progression: Administrative Program Specialist A, B, C depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant.
Overview of the five major offices within the agency: It provides information on the mission, function, and organization, along with a biography for each member of management.
Office of the Secretary (https://www.deq.louisiana.gov/directory/office/office-of-the-secretary)
Office of Management and Finance
Office of Environmental Services (https://www.deq.louisiana.gov/directory/office/office-of-environmental-services)
Office of Environmental Compliance
Office of Environmental Assessment (https://www.deq.louisiana.gov/directory/office/office-of-environmental-assessment)
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). Resumeswill not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Please make every effort to attach a copy of your transcript to your application if possible (PDF format preferred). The selected candidate will be required to submit original documentation upon hire.
For any degree obtained outside of the United States, you must attach an equivalency evaluation statement from a current National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) member if you are using education to qualify.
Contact Information:
For further information about this vacancy, contact:
Kierra Smith
Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality
P.O. Box 4303, Baton Rouge, LA 70821
225-219-3850
This agency participates in the E-Verify system for verification of citizenship and employment authorization.
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities. Equal Opportunity Employer.
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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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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Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience.
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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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Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience.
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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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Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience.
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