Licensing Specialist 1-EC

State of Louisiana; Natchitoches (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana Department of Education – Office of Early Childhood Operations in Natchitoches Parish seeks a Licensing Specialist to conduct monitoring inspections of early learning sites for compliance with Bulletin 137 and 139. You will monitor sites, investigate complaints, and compile survey data to improve facility operations.

Regular travel is required and the appointment type may be probationary or promotional.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in hospital, nursing home, or day care center administration, early childhood development program regulation, social services, administrative services, or education.
• Six years of full-time work experience in any field plus two years of experience in hospital, nursing home, or day care center administration, early childhood development program regulation, social services, administrative services, or education.
• A bachelor's degree plus two years of experience in hospital, nursing home, or day care center administration, early childhood development program regulation, social services, administrative services, or education.
• An advanced degree plus one year of experience in hospital, nursing home, or day care center administration, early childhood development program regulation, social services, administrative services, or education.
• 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.
• NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a current Louisiana driver's license at time of appointment.
• This position requires the incumbent to travel.

Responsibilities

• Monitor early learning sites (licensed centers and certified home providers) for compliance with Bulletin 137 or Bulletin 139
• Ensure inspections are completed prior to the requested due date
• Investigate complaints and incidents for early learning sites (licensed centers and certified home providers)
• Compile information derived from surveys, prepares reports on results of surveys, describes findings and need for improvements or revision of facility operations and formulate recommendations.

Skills

Policy following

Judgment accuracy

Critical thinking

Professionalism

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree

Job description

This position is located in Natchitoches Parish

Office of Early Childhood Operations

Job Focus Areas

At the Louisiana Department Of Education, our mission is to promote health and wellness by delivering compassionate and high‑quality health services. We provide behavioral health support and counseling services to individuals and families across Louisiana, working every day to improve lives and strengthen communities.

The Office of Early Childhood Operations is looking for a Licensing Specialist to conduct monitoring inspections of early learning sites (licensed centers and certified home providers) for compliance with Bulletin 137 and Bulletin 139.

Candidates with the following skills and competencies are encouraged to apply:

• 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.
• Making Accurate Judgments: The ability to assess options, weigh risks, and make sound decisions using available information and logical reasoning.
• Thinking Critically: The ability to analyze information objectively, identify connections across sources, and form logical, well‑supported conclusions.
• Displaying Professionalism: The ability to uphold workplace standards through consistent conduct, responsible communication, and consideration for others.
• Thinking Strategically: The ability to anticipate trends, understand context, and align actions with long‑term priorities.

Five years of experience in hospital, nursing home, or day care center administration, early childhood development program regulation, social services, administrative services, or education; OR

Six years of full-time work experience in any field plus two years of experience in hospital, nursing home, or day care center administration, early childhood development program regulation, social services, administrative services, or education; OR

A bachelor's degree plus two years of experience in hospital, nursing home, or day care center administration, early childhood development program regulation, social services, administrative services, or education; OR

An advanced degree plus one year of experience in hospital, nursing home, or day care center administration, early childhood development program regulation, social services, administrative services, or education.

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.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of a current Louisiana driver's license at time of appointment.

This position requires the incumbent to travel.

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

Job Duties

As a Licensing Specialist, you'll ensure the health, safety, and well‑being of children in early learning sites (licensed centers and certified home providers). In this role, you will:

• Monitor early learning sites (licensed centers and certified home providers) for compliance with Bulletin 137 or Bulletin 139
• Ensure inspections are completed prior to the requested due date
• Investigate complaints and incidents for early learning sites (licensed centers and certified home providers)
• Compile information derived from surveys, prepares reports on results of surveys, describes findings and need for improvements or revision of facility operations and formulate recommendations.

Position‑Specific Details

Appointment Type: Probational or Promotional. The person hired for this position is expected to regularly report to the Baton Rouge office. Current permanent classified state employees may be required to accept a probationary appointment, if selected.

Career Progression: This position does not participate in a Career Progression Group

Work Schedule: Workdays are Monday - Friday; work hours will be determined.

Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.

Note regarding the advertised pay range: The maximum amounts listed are the maximum salary amounts a person can make over their career and not the maximum amount we are allowed to pay a new hire.

Contact Information:

For further information about this vacancy contact:

Louisiana Department of Education – Human Resources

PO Box 96064

Baton Rouge, LA 70804

[e-mail]

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