Policy & Administrative Programs Specialist

DCFS-Department of Children and Family Services; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Children and Family Services in Baton Rouge, LA is seeking an Administrative Program Specialist A to support the agency's mission of protecting children, empowering families, and strengthening communities. The role emphasizes compliance with policies, records management, and coordination of movable property to ensure efficient operations.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, with opportunities for professional growth and a structured work schedule, in

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in administrative services; 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.

Responsibilities

• Incumbent is this position will be responsible for work of an administrative and technical nature.
• interprets written documents, communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Develop, implement and monitor policies and procedures.
• Direct and coordinate the acquisition, transfer and disposal of moveable property.
• Maintain records, prepare reports, and compose correspondence.
• Attends trainings, staff meetings, and conferences related to assigned responsibilities.
• Performs other duties as assigned for the smooth operation of the Department.

Skills

Accepting Direction

Following Policies and Procedures

Making Accurate Judgements

Acting Decisively

Communicating Effectively

Testing and Troubleshooting

Thinking Critically

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Department of Children and Family Services in Baton Rouge, LA is seeking an Administrative Program Specialist A to support the agency's mission of protecting children, empowering families, and strengthening communities. The role emphasizes compliance with policies, records management, and coordination of movable property to ensure efficient operations.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, with opportunities for professional growth and a structured work schedule, in