Licensing Analyst 1-3

State of Louisiana; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Louisiana is seeking Licensing Analysts in the Licensure Division. This Probational appointment supports processing licensures and renewals, and requires working knowledge of Practice Acts, Rules, Regulations, and State Statutes governing medical and allied health practitioners.

The role involves handling applicant interactions, data analysis for eligibility, and conducting investigations as needed. Starting salaries vary by level (1: $1,348.80; 2: $1,442.20; 3: $1,652.00 monthly).

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in the issuance, maintenance, or reinstatement of licenses.
• Six years of full-time work experience in any field.
• A bachelor's degree.

Responsibilities

• Processes licensures and renewals, reviewing acts, rules, regulations and statutes that regulate licensing of medical and allied health practitioners.
• Interacts with licensees, applicants, and other contacts via telephone, e-mail, or face-to-face.
• Conducts pre-licensure investigations and coordinates interviews with Board members.
• Receives and reviews diplomas and licenses submitted by applicants and licensing authorities for authenticity.

Skills

Building and Supporting Teams

Communicating Effectively

Driving Results

Following Policies and Procedures

Using Data

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Mission:

The mission of the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners is to protect and improve the health, safety, and welfare of the citizens of Louisiana through licensing, regulation, research, and discipline of physicians and allied health professionals in a manner that protects the rights and privileges of the licensees.

AN IDEAL CANDIDATE SHOULD POSSES THE FOLLOWING COMPETENCIES:

• Building and Supporting Teams: Works well with others, contributes consistently, and supports the team.
• Communicating Effectively: Communicates clearly, listens actively, and explains complex ideas well.
• Driving Results: Sets clear goals, stays focused, owns outcomes, and uses feedback to improve.
• Following Policies and Procedures: Applies and explains policies accurately, adapts in routine cases, and helps improve procedures.
• Using Data: Collects accurate data, finds patterns, shares insights clearly, and uses data to make informed, ethical decisions.

Three years of experience in the issuance, maintenance, or reinstatement of licenses; 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:

This Licensing Analyst 1/2/3 position is in our Licensure Division. The majority of duties and responsibilities involve processing licensures and renewals, which include reviewing, studying, and maintaining a working knowledge of Practice Acts, Rules and Regulations, and State Statutes that regulate the licensing of all medical and allied health practitioners under the jurisdiction of the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners. Learns and proficiency in the licensure and renewal process for all practitioners regulated by the LSBME. Interacts with licensees, applicants, and other professional contacts via telephone, e-mail, or face-to-face. Examines and analyzes data submitted by and/or on behalf of each applicant for licensure for accuracy, authenticity, and completeness of factual information to document the determination of eligibility and qualification for licensure. Conducts pre-licensure investigations of each applicant for eligibility and/or qualifications for licensure. Conducts investigations through personal interviews as needed and/or directed. Schedules and coordinates all aspects of requisite interviews of applicants with Board members. Receives, safeguards, records, analyzes, and prepares reports of security clearance data, which includes fingerprint identification, provided by federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies for licenses. Advises applicants and/or licensees of the status of the application and/or requests relative to the requisite information for further disposition of the same. Receives and reviews professional examination results and advises and makes recommendations to examinees, examines, advisory committees, and superiors. Receives, analyzes and verifies the authenticity of diplomas and licenses submitted by applicants, licensees, institutions, and/or other licensing authorities.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: Probational

Career Progression: This position participates in a Career Progression Group.

Compensation: As part of a Career Progression Group, vacancies may be filled from this recruitment as a Licensing Analyst 1, 2, or 3, depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant. The starting salary for this position is as follows:

• Licensing Analyst 1 $1348.80
• Licensing Analyst 2 $1442.20
• Licensing Analyst 3 $1652.00

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