ADMINISTRATIVE PROGRAM MANAGER 3

DOTD-Engineering & Operations; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

DOTD-Engineering & Operations is seeking an experienced administrative leader to ensure smooth financial, purchasing, inventory, and payroll operations for the District. You will support Traffic Operations and the Central Repair Shop, resolving issues with sound judgment and maintaining accurate, compliant processes.

As an official DOTD employee, you will work within Louisiana Civil Service rules and agency directives, contributing to efficient, well-run district operations and a strong team

Qualifications

• Six years of experience in administrative services; OR
• Six years of full-time work experience in any field plus three years of experience in administrative services; OR
• A bachelor's degree plus three years of experience in administrative services; OR
• An advanced degree plus two years of experience in administrative services.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the financial, purchasing, inventory and payroll functions that support day-to-day operations.
• Provide administrative leadership to Traffic Operations and the Central Repair Shop and ensure processes are compliant and well organized.

Job description

Section 55 - Asst Sec Operation

55/13062/APM3/08.25.26-AS

At DOTD, 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.

About This Position:

This position plays an important role in keeping the District’s business operations running smoothly and efficiently. As a key administrative leader supporting Traffic Operations and the Central Repair Shop, you will oversee the financial, purchasing, inventory, and payroll functions that help keep day-to-day operations on track. You’ll work closely with Section leadership and staff, use sound judgment to resolve issues, and ensure administrative processes are accurate, compliant, and well organized. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with people, managing details, and making sure the behind-the-scenes business functions are working as they should.

While in an official capacity, DOTD employees must comply with applicable Louisiana and Civil Services laws, rules, and regulations, as well as DOTD policies, procedures, manuals, and directives.

Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency: http://wwwsp.dotd.la.gov/Inside_LaDOTD/Divisions/Mgmt_Finance/HR/Pages/Career_Center.aspx

Experience Requirements

• Six years of experience in administrative services; OR
• Six years of full-time work experience in any field plus three years of experience in administrative services; OR
• A bachelor's degree plus three years of experience in administrative services; OR
• An advanced degree plus two years of experience in administrative 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.

Position Specific Details

Appointment Type: Probational, Promotional, Job Appointment, or Detail to Special Duty

Compensation

This position is a AS-618 which ranges from $25.31 up to $49.66 per hour.

Please refer to the “Job Specifications” tab located at the top of the LA Careers “Current Job Opportunities” page of the Civil Service website for specific information on salary ranges, minimum qualifications, and job concepts for each level.

Contact Information

For further information about this vacancy contact:

Kevin Reed

Chief Maintenance Engineer

225-379-1916

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type.

Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available: https://www.laworks.net/workforcedev/lrs/lrs_rehabilitation.asp

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.