Administrative Supervisor 2 (Alexandria Child Welfare)
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Administrative Supervisor 2 (Alexandria Child Welfare)
Salary
$2,922.00 - $5,734.00 Monthly
Location
Alexandria, LA
Job Type
Classified
Job Number
217938-ALEXCWADMINSUP22326LM
Department
DCFS-Department of Children and Family Services
Opening Date
02/25/2026
Closing Date
3/6/2026 11:59 PM Central
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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 vacancy is located in the Rapides Parish Child Welfare Office in Alexandria, LA.
At The Department of Children and Family Services, our mission is to empower communities and improve lives by delivering responsive, inclusive, and forward-thinking public services. We are proud to serve the people of Louisiana with integrity, innovation, and a deep commitment to equity.
The Administrative Supervisor position is responsible for coordinating the operations and programmatic functions of DCFS Administrative Coordinator 1, 2 and 3. The position provides clerical, programmatic, and administrative support functions for staff, and clients of Child Welfare in the Alexandria Region. 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:
Developing Plans: The ability to create structured strategies and plans that support the achievement of defined goals and objectives.
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.
Selected Preferred Competencies:
Adapting to Change: The ability to demonstrate flexibility in thoughts, behaviors, and actions in response to evolving circumstances or unexpected change.
Communicating Effectively: The ability to convey information, ideas, and emotions using structured communication methods that promote understanding and engagement.
Demonstrating Initiative: The ability to assess situations independently and take proactive steps to address them without being prompted or instructed by others.
Solving Problems: The ability to identify root causes, analyze relevant data, and apply practical or innovative solutions to challenges.
Using Data: The ability to collect analyze and use data to generate insights and inform decisions.
Minimum Qualifications
Three years of experience in administrative services.
EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:
Every 15 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will substitute for six months of the required experience.
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=167350) .
Job Duties and Other Information
Job Duties:
Supervising, coordinating, and planning the day-to-day functions of a clerical unit.
Manages all administrative and business functions for Child Welfare within the Alexandria Region.
Ensures operational continuity by understanding and accessing all clerical systems and duties.
Ensures smooth and consistent operation of the office by maintaining phone systems, utilities, computer ports, operating equipment, doors and alarm systems.
Maintain vehicle logs, securing state vehicle keys and fuel/credit cards from staff when not in use, and submitting quarterly Office of Risk Management Vehicle Reports that track mileage for all state vehicles within the region.
Managing the office supply inventory by regularly assessing needs and preparing requisitions and serving as the office Inventory Control Officer.
Performs other 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.
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 the Rapides Parish Child Welfare Office in Alexandria, LA.
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 further information about this vacancy, contact:
Laura Milstead
laura.milstead.dcfs@la.gov
DCFS is an "Equal Opportunity Employer" and Louisiana is a "State as a Model Employer (SAME) for People with Disabilities 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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AC - 26: Adapting to Change - How well do you stay flexible and adjust your behavior or work when things change?
I resist change, struggle to adjust, and my performance suffers.
I accept change with help and adjust slowly.
I adjust quickly and stay effective during change.
I lead through change and help others stay grounded and flexible.
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AC - 26: Adapting to Change - 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.
04
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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DIn - 26: 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 - 26: 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.
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FPP - 26: 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 - 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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SP - 26: 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.
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SP - 26: Solving Problems - 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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