ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR 1, 2, 3, or 4

State of Louisiana; Angola (LA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined benefit pension

Health insurance

10 paid holidays

Sick and annual leave with rollover

Deferred compensation plan

Flexible benefits plan

Alternate work schedules (4/10s)

Job summary

The Louisiana State Penitentiary in Angola, LA is hiring for Administrative Coordinator 1–4. The role provides administrative support in a correctional environment, handling correspondence, records, data entry, and customer service for staff and the public. Strong organization and communication are essential.

No prior experience is required; the position offers opportunities within a state agency, with a defined career progression in Administrative Coordination.

Qualifications

• Administrative tasks execution and document handling
• Strong organizational and communication abilities
• Ability to prioritize and work in a secure environment

Responsibilities

• Perform department-program duties per rules and policies
• Act as liaison between departments, staff, vendors, and agencies
• Support a manager with scheduling, travel, and administrative matters

Job description

Louisiana Department of

Public Safety & Corrections –

Corrections Services

www.doc.louisiana.gov

LOUISIANA STATE PENTENTIARY

Angola, LA

At the Louisiana Department of Corrections, our mission is to promote public safety and strengthen communities through fair, professional, and responsive corrections services. We are committed to protecting the people of Louisiana with integrity, accountability, and a deep respect for the rights and dignity of all.

This is an opportunity to become part of a dedicated team supporting public safety, working in a correctional facility where professionalism, resilience, and teamwork are essential.

The Louisiana State Penitentiary is currently seeking qualified applicants for the position of Administrative Coordinator 1, 2, 3, or 4. This position provides administrative support to ensure the efficient operation of assigned departments within a correctional environment.

The Administrative Coordinator will be responsible for performing a variety of administrative duties, including preparing correspondence and reports, maintaining records, processing personnel and financial documents, coordinating schedules, entering and maintaining data, and providing customer service to staff and the public. The incumbent will also ensure compliance with departmental policies and procedures while supporting daily operational needs.

This position requires strong organizational, communication, and computer skills, as well as the ability to prioritize multiple assignments and work effectively in a structured and secure environment.

Why work for DOC?

• Culture:
  • Growth: Professional growth is encouraged at DOC through numerous avenues.
  • Benefits: DOC offers a generous benefits package including; a defined benefit pension plan, health insurance that is also available post retirement, at least 10 paid holidays, sick and annual leave that rolls over from year to year, paid or time off accrued for hours worked over 40 per week, a deferred compensation plan, a flexible benefits plan, alternate work schedules etc. Alternative work schedules including 4/10’s MAY be an available benefit for certain positions upon meeting the policy requirements.

An ideal candidate should possess the following 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.

No experience or training is required.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties:

• Performs responsible departmental-program duties in accordance with rules, regulations, and policies. May involve communication with other departments, customers, etc.
• Serves as liaison and/or contact person for the department or office between and amongst other departments, customers, vendors, and agencies.
• Serves as assistant to a manager, which could include keeping appointment schedule, preparing travel, issuing directives to others on their behalf, and relieving the manager of administrative matters.

Work Environment:

• Employee will work with:Adult male inmates of all custody levels – minimum, medium, maximum (death row), and protective custody.

Position-Specific Details

Appointment Type:

PROBATION, or PROMOTION OF A PERMANENT, CLASSIFIED LOUISIANA STATE EMPLOYEE

• Current permanent status classified LA State employees may be required to accept a probational appointment if accepted.
• An employee selected for a promotion may be required to serve a trial detail prior to being permanently promoted.
• This posting may also be used to fill a vacancy as a temporary job appointment. If filled as a temporary job appointment, should a permanent position become available, the employee may be converted to a probational appointment.

Career Progression Group: ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR1, 2, 3, or 4

• Filled at the highest level of experience of the selected applicant.
• Salary depends on the level of experience.
• To see minimum qualifications and salary ranges, click HERE.

Other Important Information

• IMPORTANT: In the supplemental questions section, applicants must authorize the HR Office of DPS&C-Corrections Services to contact prior employers to check references under the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA), to be considered for employment by answering ‘YES’ to the PREA question.
• Any degree, certificate, special license, or DD-214 must be verified by official documentation prior to hire.
• Any qualifying experience that is based on college credit/college hours should have an accompanying transcript for verification.
  • This is a 24-hour facility.
  • This Agency is a Drug-Free Workplace.

The Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections - Corrections Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any non-merit factor including disability.

For further information about this vacancy, contact:

Chassity Rheams

Human Resources Department

[e-mail]

Ph: [phone]

Fax: [phone]