WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANT ADMINISTRATOR
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WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANT ADMINISTRATOR
Salary
$5,375.00 - $10,546.00 Monthly
Location
Baton Rouge, LA
Job Type
Classified
Job Number
WDAS219185-32426KK
Department
Louisiana Works
Division
Office of Workforce Development
Opening Date
03/25/2026
Closing Date
3/30/2026 11:59 PM Central
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About this Job
Workforce Development Assistant Administrator
Office of Workforce Development
Division: JAG (Jobs for America's Graduates)
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.
The Office of Workforce Development (OWD)is a key division of Louisiana Works managing programs in workforce training, job placement, apprenticeships, and business engagement. Through collaboration with local boards, educational institutions, and industry partners, OWD aims to improve economic mobility for job seekers and ensure Louisiana employers have the skilled talent they need, contributing to the state's economic growth.
This Workforce Development Administrative Assistantis responsible for the statewide development, implementation, monitoring, technical assistance, and evaluation of the Jobs for America's Graduates Louisiana (JAG-LA) Programs, Transitional Support Programs, Alternative Education Programs/Schools, and special projects.
Minimum Qualifications
Seven years of experience in workforce development, administrative services, or social services; OR
Six years of full-time experience in any field plus four years of experience in workforce development, administrative services, or social services; OR
A bachelor's degree plus four years of experience in workforce development, administrative services, or social services; OR
A master's degree plus three years of experience in workforce development, administrative services, or social services.
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.
Job Duties and Other Information
Job Details:
Develop and implement effective statewide programs, initiatives, and special projects designed to meet the needs of at-risk youth and improve graduation and postsecondary outcomes.
Provide leadership and support to JAG-LA Programs, JAG-LA Specialists, and participating districts/agencies to strengthen academic achievement and increase graduation rates.
Assist JAG-LA Specialists in delivering services that enable students to earn industry-recognized credentials and successfully transition to postsecondary education and/or the workforce.
Lead, collaborate, and communicate with diverse teams and stakeholders to ensure the effective execution of special projects.
Prepare, analyze, and present comprehensive reports on the progress, outcomes, and overall impact of special projects to stakeholders.
Position Specific Details:
Location:Baton Rouge, La
Appointment Type:Probational / Job Appointment / Promotional / Detail to Special Duty
How to Apply:
No Civil Service test scoreis 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 NOTbe 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
The Louisiana Works is an equal employment opportunity employer andSAMEagency 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# 800-259-515
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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State of Louisiana
Address
1201 N 3rd St
Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70802
Phone
(866) 783-5462
Website
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