Human Resources Analyst A/B/C/Specialist (Discipline)

Grambling State University; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Job summary

The Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services in Baton Rouge, LA seeks an onsite Human Resources Analyst A/B/C/Specialist (Discipline) to support performance management and discipline processes.

The role runs 8:00 am–4:30 pm, Monday–Friday, with possible flexibility after meeting criteria; hourly pay ranges from $20.00 to $26.00, and work is governed by State Civil Service rules with LaGov tools.

Qualifications

• Three years of human resources experience.
• OR six years of full-time experience in any field.
• OR a bachelor's degree.
• Credit toward six years: every 30 semester hours equals one year.
• Maximum substitution: 120 semester hours substitutes for up to four years of experience.
• Ability to be open to and follow guidance and instructions.
• Ability to communicate information in structured, engaging ways.
• Ability to follow policies to maintain compliance.
• Ability to analyze information objectively and draw conclusions.
• Ability to adapt thoughts and actions to changing circumstances.
• Demonstrated subject-matter knowledge across contexts.

Responsibilities

• Counsel managers on documenting substandard performance or behavior.
• Review drafts of disciplinary letters and provide recommendations.
• Consult with legal staff as needed.
• Conduct complex or sensitive investigations when required.
• Draft non-disciplinary removal letters.
• Prepare suspension letters and monitor leave entries in LaGov.
• Prepare Civil Service appeals documentation and testify as needed.
• Guide employees and management on the grievance process.
• Process information requests.
• Develop discipline training materials and conduct sessions.

Skills

HR experience

Communication

Analytical thinking

Adaptability

Following guidance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Support performance management and discipline processes in a role based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This onsite Human Resources Analyst A/B/C/Specialist (Discipline) position (8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday, with flexibility available after meeting criteria) offers hourly pay ranging from $20.00 to $26.00 based on appointment level, along with structured work under State Civil Service rules and access to LaGov system tools.

The Department's mission is to protect children, empower families, and strengthen communities so every child grows up safe, stable, and strong. The department values emphasize dignity, compassion, respect, and integrity in the services provided.

Responsibilities

• Counsel managers and supervisors on how to document substandard performance or behavior.
• Review drafts of disciplinary letters and provide recommendations for changes.
• Consult with legal staff as needed.
• Conduct very complex or sensitive administrative and disciplinary investigations when required.
• Draft non-disciplinary removal letters.
• Prepare suspension pending investigation letters, enter quotas in the LaGov system, and monitor leave entries.
• Prepare documentation for Civil Service Appeals and represent the department as an advisor or witness in appeal hearings.
• Provide guidance to employees and management staff on the grievance process.
• Process requests for information.
• Develop discipline training materials and conduct training sessions.

Required Qualifications

• Three years of human resources experience.
• OR Six years of full-time experience in any field.
• OR a bachelor's degree.
• Credit toward the six years of full-time experience: every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university equals one year.
• Maximum substitution: 120 semester hours substitutes for up to four years of experience in any field.
• Ability to be open to and follow guidance and instructions (Accepting Direction).
• Ability to communicate information, ideas, and emotions in structured ways that promote understanding and engagement (Communicating Effectively).
• Ability to follow and reinforce policies and procedures to maintain compliance with federal and state legal requirements, State Civil Service rules, and organizational policies (Following Policies and Procedures).
• Ability to analyze information objectively, connect sources, and reach logical, well-supported conclusions (Thinking Critically).
• Ability to adapt thoughts, behaviors, and actions in response to evolving circumstances (Adapting to Change).
• Demonstrated specialized knowledge and skills to apply subject-matter expertise across diverse and changing contexts (Displaying Expertise).

Position Details

• Appointment type: 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.
• Job appointments may convert to probational appointments (additional note provided).
• Also may be filled as a detail and promoted within 12 months, or by promotion of a permanent classified employee.
• Career progression: may be filled as Human Resources Analyst A, B, C, or Specialist.
• Work location: State Office-Baton Rouge, LA.
• Compensation (Special Entrance Rates): Human Resources Analyst A (AS 613) $20.20; Analyst B (AS 614) $21.61; Analyst C (AS 616) $24.31; Human Resources Specialist (AS 617) $26.01.
• Schedule: typically 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday-Friday; flexible schedules may be available after meeting certain criteria and depend on the applied position; some positions require shifts.
• Background clearance: Louisiana HB 420 requires prospective DCFS employees to complete and clear multiple background clearances prior to employment.

Contact: Renita Smith, Human Resources, Department of Children and Family Services, [e-mail] for further information about this vacancy.