COASTAL RESOURCES PROGRAM SPECIALIST 1-3 (ADMINISTRATIVE)

GOV-Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

GOV-Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority in Baton Rouge, LA seeks a Project Support professional to manage contracts, grants, and vendor processes for the Coastal Resources Program. You will review invoices, enter orders in LaGov, and help monitor funding from CPRA sources while collaborating across teams.

The role emphasizes process adherence, problem solving, and effective communication to ensure compliance and timely project delivery in a state agency setting.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in an environmental program; OR six years of full-time work experience in any field; OR a bachelor’s degree.
• Experience substitutions: every 30 semester hours earned equals one year of experience, max four years.

Responsibilities

• Writing and reviewing Contracts and Amendments (Professional, Consulting, Interagency, etc.).
• Completing associated request forms.
• Entry of Contracts and Purchase Orders into the LaGov Procurement System.
• Detailed audit of invoices.
• Processing of Memorandums of Review comments from Louisiana Legislative Auditors.
• Assist with inventory and property management and related departmental processes.

Skills

MS Office

Detail Oriented

Organized

Quick learner

Self-motivated

Prioritize work

Collaborative & autonomous

Multitask

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

This position works in the Project Support Section of the Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority (CPRA). The incumbent provides project support to the CPRA in its work pertaining to the state’s water and land resources and/or environment in order to ensure their protection, conservation, enhancement, restoration, operation, maintenance, rehabilitation, and monitoring. This position assists in managing programs funded by the Louisiana Coastal Protection and Restoration Fund, Capital Outlay, BP, and multiple federal sources of funding. Duties include the development and implementation of professional and/or consulting contracts, grants/cost share agreements, reviewing vendor invoices, and maintaining related files.

An ideal candidate will possess the following core competencies:

• Accepting Direction: The ability to be open and willing to follow guidance or instructions.
• Demonstrating Accountability: The ability to take ownership of actions, behaviors, performance, decisions, and outcomes.
• Managing Projects: The ability to plan, implement, and close out project initiatives by coordinating people, resources, and timelines to achieve defined outcomes.
• Solving Problems: The ability to identify root causes, analyze relevant data, and apply practical or innovative solutions to challenges.
• Thinking Critically: The ability to analyze information objectively, identify connections across sources, and form logical, well-supported conclusions.
• Using Data: The ability to collect, analyze, and use data to generate insights and inform decisions.

Preferred Competencies:

• Adapting to Change: The ability to demonstrate flexibility in thoughts, behaviors, and actions in response to evolving circumstances or unexpected change.
• Managing Time: The ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and allocate time to ensure timely completion of work goals.
• Negotiating Agreements: The ability to reach fair, mutually beneficial outcomes through ethical negotiation that builds trust and supports shared goals.
• Working with Financial Information: The ability to interpret financial data, manage financial approvals, and ensure compliance to support informed decisions and promote transparency.

Three years of experience in an environmental program; 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.

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

Job Duties:

Responsibilities:

• Writing and reviewing Contracts and Amendments (Professional, Consulting, Interagency, etc.)
• Completing associated request forms
• Entry of Contracts and Purchase Orders into the LaGov Procurement System
• Detailed audit of invoices
• Processing of Memorandums of Review comments from Louisiana Legislative Auditors
• May also assist with inventory and property management including but not limited to:
  • Assist upper-level staff Learn and understand Title 39
  • Assist with procurement requests
  • Assist with purchasing of supplies
  • Assist with routine fleet maintenance
  • Attend departmental and other state agency meetings and conferences to stay abreast of changes in departmental processes and state laws.

Required Skills:

• Intermediate Microsoft application skills (Word, Excel, Outlook etc.)

• Detail Oriented
• Organized
• Quick learner
• Self-motivated
• Able to prioritize work
• Able to work collaboratively as well as autonomously
• Able to multi-task

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: Probational, Promotional, or Job Appointment*

Career Progression: This position may be filled as a Coastal Resources Program Specialist 1, 2, or 3, depending on level of experience.

Office Location: 150 Terrace Ave Baton Rouge, LA 70802

Compensation: Below are the bi-weekly minimum hire rates established for the position in accordance with CPRA’s Special Entrance Rate Policy:

Coastal Resources Program Specialist 1 $1,672.80

Coastal Resources Program Specialist 2 $1,789.60

Coastal Resources Program Specialist 3 $1,915.20

The maximum salary for a CRPS 3 is $78,624 annually. This position is eligible for premium pay.

* If filled as a Job Appointment, there is a possibility that this position may later be converted to a Probational Appointment should funding become available.

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

*Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Official transcripts will be required upon hire.

For recruitment purposes, applicants who are within 90 days of graduating with a bachelor's degree will be allowed to apply for this position.

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

Contact Information:

If you have any questions, you may contact: Rachel Dunbar, Human Resources Supervisor

P.O. Box 44027

Baton Rouge, LA 70804

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