HUMAN RESOURCES ANALYST A/B/C/SPECIALIST

Office of Juvenile Justice; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Office of Juvenile Justice in Baton Rouge seeks an HR Analyst A/B/C/Specialist to support classification, compensation, and organizational analysis within Civil Service rules. This role involves consultations with managers and HR professionals to strengthen workforce effectiveness and compliance.

Ideal candidates have HR experience or a bachelor’s degree, with strong data analysis skills and a commitment to ethical, fair personnel practices.

Qualifications

• Three years of human resources experience; OR
• Six years of full-time experience in any field; OR
• A bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

• Manages classification activities — conducts job assessments, position audits, and organizational reviews to ensure positions are properly allocated and aligned with Civil Service requirements.
• Administers compensation programs — analyzes pay issues, evaluates compensation requests, and recommends solutions to support recruitment, retention, and pay equity.
• Provides HR consultation — advises managers, supervisors, and employees on classification, compensation, organizational structure, and Civil Service rules.
• Supports personnel actions — reviews position descriptions, organizational changes, and staffing requests to ensure compliance with agency and regulatory requirements.
• Conducts research and analysis — performs salary surveys, market comparisons, and workforce studies to support HR decision-making.
• Develops policies and procedures — recommends improvements to HR programs and assists with implementation of classification and compensation initiatives.
• Maintains records and reporting — prepares reports, manages documentation, and supports audits and compliance reviews.

Skills

Communicating Effectively

Demonstrating Accountability

Following Policies and Procedures

Acting with Ethics and Integrity

Adapting to Change

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Office of Juvenile Justice

Central Office

State Police Bldg. 1st Floor

7919 Independence Blvd., Baton Rouge, LA 70806

https://ojj.la.gov/location/ojj-central-office

The Office of Juvenile Justice is seeking a knowledgeable and analytical HR Analyst A/B/C/Specialist to support critical human resources programs within a dynamic, statewide organization. This Career Progression Group position offers opportunities for professional growth and advancement while contributing to workforce planning, organizational effectiveness, and employee support initiatives.

In this role, you'll work closely with managers, supervisors, and HR professionals to support classification, compensation, organizational analysis, and personnel administration efforts. You'll help ensure compliance with Civil Service rules and employment regulations while providing guidance on complex HR matters that impact agency operations.

If you enjoy problem-solving, data analysis, policy interpretation, and helping organizations build effective workforces, this position offers an excellent opportunity to grow your HR career while making a meaningful impact.

AN IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL POSSESS THE FOLLOWING CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Communicating Effectively: Communicates clearly, listens actively, and explains complex ideas well.
• Demonstrating Accountability: Owns results, meets standards, and responds to feedback professionally.
• Following Policies and Procedures: Applies and explains policies accurately, adapts in routine cases, and helps improve procedures.
• Acting with Ethics and Integrity: Acts with integrity, respects confidentiality, and treats people fairly.
• Adapting to Change: Adjusts quickly and stays effective during change.

Experience Requirements

• 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.

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

Job Duties:

• Manages classification activities — conducts job assessments, position audits, and organizational reviews to ensure positions are properly allocated and aligned with Civil Service requirements.
• Administers compensation programs — analyzes pay issues, evaluates compensation requests, and recommends solutions to support recruitment, retention, and pay equity.
• Provides HR consultation — advises managers, supervisors, and employees on classification, compensation, organizational structure, and Civil Service rules.
• Supports personnel actions — reviews position descriptions, organizational changes, and staffing requests to ensure compliance with agency and regulatory requirements.
• Conducts research and analysis — performs salary surveys, market comparisons, and workforce studies to support HR decision-making.
• Develops policies and procedures — recommends improvements to HR programs and assists with implementation of classification and compensation initiatives.
• Maintains records and reporting — prepares reports, manages documentation, and supports audits and compliance reviews.

Position-Specific Details:

Work Location: This vacancy is located at the Office of Juvenile Justice-Central Office in Baton Rouge, LA.

Appointment Type: Full time, Probational

Career Progression: This position is placed in a Career Progression Group and may be filled as a Human Resources Analyst A, B, C, or Specialist.

Compensation:

Human Resource Analyst A (AS-613) title has a Special Entrance Rate of $$1,616.00 biweekly.

Human Resource Analyst B (AS-614) title has a Special Entrance Rate of $1,728.80 biweekly.

Human Resource Analyst C (AS-616) title has a Special Entrance Rate of $1,944.80 biweekly.

Human Resource Specialist (AS-617) title has a Special Entrance Rate of $2,080.80 biweekly.

The incumbent of this position must not have been convicted or pled nolo contendere to a crime listed in R.S. 15:587.1 (c).

The Office of Juvenile Justice is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. For more information on employment-related resources available for those with disabilities, refer to the Louisiana Employment Resource Guide.

Contact Information

For further information about this vacancy, contact: Garilyn London OJJ/ Human Resources [e-mail]