HUMAN Resources Analyst C or Specialist

Louisiana Department of Public Safety & Corrections – Corrections Services

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Baton Rouge, LA

At the Louisiana Department of Corrections, our mission is to promote public safety and strengthen communities through fair, professional, and responsive corrections services. We are committed to protecting the people of Louisiana with integrity, accountability, and a deep respect for the rights and dignity of all.

This is an opportunity for you to become part of a dedicated team supporting public safety, where professionalism, resilience, and teamwork are essential.

This position serves as a Human Resources Professional supporting two personnel areas:
Headquarters (HDQ) and Prison Enterprises (PE). The role is responsible for directing and administering all Human Resources programs for statewide positions within these units and managing personnel actions for seven (7) Unit Heads located at correctional facilities throughout the state.

Our HR team administers and supports a wide range of processes, including FMLA, performance management, personnel actions, time administration, reporting workers’ compensation claims and employee relations matters that require careful review, sound judgment, and consistent application of policy. The work involves a steady volume of detail-oriented and time-sensitive tasks that require strong coordination, organization, and follow-through.

• Culture
  : DOC values and supports employees through numerous recognition programs, creating a sense of community, prioritizing internal promotional opportunities, clear communication, and professional development.
  • Growth
    :
    Professional growth is encouraged at DOC through numerous avenues.
  • Benefits
    : DOC offers a generous benefits package including a defined benefit pension plan, health insurance that is also available post retirement, at least 10 paid holidays, sick and annual leave that rolls over from year to year, paid or time off accrued for hours worked over 40 per week, a deferred compensation plan, a flexible benefits plan, alternate work schedules etc.
    
    Alternative work schedules including 4/10’s MAY be an available benefit for certain positions upon meeting the policy requirements.

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• Communicating Effectively; the ability to convey information, ideas, and emotions using structured communication methods that promote understanding and engagement.
• Demonstrating Accountability; the ability to take ownership of actions, behaviors, performance, decisions, and outcomes.
• 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.
• Thinking Critically; the ability to analyze information objectively, identify connections across sources, and form logical, well-supported conclusions.
• Championing Continuous Improvement; the ability to promote and implement ongoing enhancements in processes, products, services, or organizational culture.
• Displaying Professionalism; the ability to uphold workplace standards through consistent conduct, responsible communication, and consideration for others.
• Managing Time; the ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and allocate time to ensure the timely completion of work goals.
• Thinking Strategically; the ability to anticipate trends, understand context, and align actions with long‑term priorities.

• Five years of human resources experience; OR
• Six years of full‑time experience in any field plus two years of human resources experience; OR
• A bachelor’s degree plus two years of human resources experience; OR
• An advanced degree in human resources, business administration, public administration, industrial and organizational psychology, organizational behavior, or a Juris Doctorate plus one year of human resources experience.

Experience Substitution: Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience…