Human Resources Analyst A/B/C (Employee Administration and Recruitment)

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Job summary

The Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) is seeking a Human Resources Analyst A/B/C to perform professional HR functions within the agency. The role involves advising on Civil Service rules, posting systems, eligibility, and personnel processes to support hiring and workforce management.

The position offers a detailed work schedule in Baton Rouge with potential for probational or permanent appointment, and a path through HR Analyst levels.

Qualifications

• Three years HR experience; or six years full-time 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.
• Familiarity with Civil Service rules and DCFS policies.

Responsibilities

• Consults with Division/Bureau Directors, Regional Administrators, Area Directors and Program Operations Managers regarding the best way to fill vacancies.
• Audits exam plans for statewide postings.
• Ensures applicants are screened correctly for positions and that candidates are notified of eligibility/ineligibility and qualified applicants are placed on eligible lists and certified to Hiring Manager.
• Initiates and/or prepares Position Action Request forms and posts job announcements on the Civil Service posting system website as needed or as assigned.
• Provides lists of eligible applicants to supervisors.
• Provides instructions to supervisors on procedures for working these lists.
• Verifies eligibility of candidate selected.
• Provides assistance and technical guidance to Regional HR Analyst and managers regarding the Civil Service posting system function and reporting.
• Ensures that candidates selected for appointment meet all Civil Service rules, test requirements or exemptions, state and federal employment laws, and agency policies.
• Prepares or assists in the preparation of statistical reports, personnel correspondence, policy distribution, and other human resources related functions as required.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Accepting Direction

Communicating Effectively

Following Policies and Procedures

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Department MISSION
To protect children, empower families, and strengthen communities so every child grows up safe, stable, and strong.

About This JobDepartment MISSION
To protect children, empower families, and strengthen communities so every child grows up safe, stable, and strong.
Department VISION
A future where every child thrives in a loving environment, supported by empowered families and resilient communities.
Department VALUES
Treating all people with dignity, compassion and respect, while providing services with integrity.
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.

Join Our Team at DCFS: Human Resources Analyst A/B/C
This is a complex position that performs professional level Human Resources functions within the agency. Applicants with considerable knowledge of Civil Service rules and regulations, DCFS Policy Manual, DCFS Human Resources Policies and Procedures, job qualifications, testing requirements, pay plans, program policies and administrative procedures are encouraged to apply. This position provides assistance to employees on Civil Services rules, Federal and State laws, and department policies and procedures.

Selected Core Competencies:
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.
• 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.

Selected Preferred Competencies:

• Adapting to Change: The ability to demonstrate flexibility in thoughts, behaviors, and actions in response to evolving circumstances or unexpected change.
• Displaying Expertise: The ability to demonstrate specialized knowledge, skills, and experience to apply subject-matter expertise in diverse and evolving contexts.
• Displaying Professionalism: The ability to uphold workplace standards through consistent conduct, responsible communication, and consideration for others.

If you're driven, collaborative, and ready to make an impact - this could be the opportunity for you!

Minimum Qualifications
Three years of human resources experience; OR
Six years of full-time 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.

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

Job Duties:
Job Duties and Other Information

• Consults with Division/Bureau Directors, Regional Administrators, Area Directors and Program Operations Managers regarding the best way to fill vacancies. These duties are not limited to the functions listed below:
• Audits exam plans for statewide postings.
• Ensures applicants are screened correctly for positions and that candidates are notified of eligibility/ineligibility and qualified applicants are placed on eligible lists and certified to Hiring Manager.
• Initiates and/or prepares Position Action Request forms and posts job announcements on the Civil Service posting system website as needed or as assigned.
• Provides lists of eligible applicants to supervisors.
• Provides instructions to supervisors on procedures for working these lists.
• Verifies eligibility of candidate selected.
• Provides assistance and technical guidance to Regional HR Analyst and managers regarding the Civil Service posting system function and reporting.
• Ensures that candidates selected for appointment meet all Civil Service rules, test requirements or exemptions, state and federal employment laws, and agency policies.
• Prepares or assists in the preparation of statistical reports, personnel correspondence, policy distribution, and other human resources related functions as required.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

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.

Career Progression: This position may be filled as a Human Resources Analyst A, B, or C.

Works 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.

Compensation: This position has a minimum hire rate of $20.20 per hour for Human Resources Analyst A, $21.61 per hour for Human Resources Analyst B, and $24.31 per hour for Human Resources Analyst C.

Work Location: State Office-Baton Rouge, La

Louisiana HB 420 requires all prospective DCFS employees to complete and clear multiple background clearances prior to employment with this agency.

Contact Information: For further information about this vacancy, contact:
Human Resources
Department of Children and Family Services
[e-mail]

DCFS is an “Equal Opportunity Employer”, and Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) 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 to make a difference through 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 at https://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 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