Administrative Assistant 6 (OENF)

Office of Enforcement Executive Division

The Executive Division coordinates and administers the various activities of the Office of Enforcement in Baton Rouge LA. Among the primary responsibilities of the Executive Directors Office staff is the oversight of statutory responsibilities and regulations professional service contracts budget personnel information safety and emergency matters.

LOCATION AND POSITION INFORMATION:

This Administrative Assistant 6 is located within the Executive Division of the Office of Enforcement and reports to the Executive Director. This position serves as the confidential executive assistant to the Executive Director and provides administrative support assistance and coordination to research document and oversee various projects for the Office of Enforcement. Such duties are assigned by the Executive Director. Upon the Executive Directors request this position exercises influence and/or authority on office management personnel matters and procedures as related to the Divisions of the Office of Enforcement.

An ideal candidate should possess the following competencies:

• Accepting Direction: The ability to accept and follow directions from those higher in the chain of command.
• Demonstrating Accountability: The ability to take ownership of actions behaviors performance decisions and outcomes.
• Making Accurate Judgements: The ability to assess options weigh risks and make sound decisions using available information and logical reasoning.

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

Job Duties:

This position requires the use of excellent people skills strong computer and organization skills and excellent communication skills. Maintaining a professional nature is vital. This position also provides supervision and training of student employees interns and other administrative staff in the daily function of the Office of Enforcements main reception desk. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Oversees the professional presentation and function of the Office of Enforcements Executive Division. Office management for this Division includes but is not limited to reviewing and prioritizing all written and verbal correspondence as well as tracking their processing.
• Responsible for exercising independent judgment without prior approval in coordinating the scheduling of important appointments for the Executive Director.
• Prepares material needed by the Executive Director for committee hearings meetings appointments conferences etc. which includes independent research of various subjects as well as coordination of research with the Departments Legal Division or other staff members.
• Works directly with legislators as well as congressional delegation who call requesting meetings with the Executive Director or information for their constituents. Works closely with DENR HR in matters regarding personnel.
• Works closely with C&E HR on matters related to personnel.
• Serves as Primary Time Administrator. Serves as Secondary Time Administrator for the Orders and Inspections Divisions of the Office of Enforcement.
• Manages and staffs OENFs main reception desk and effectively addresses any and all issues involving the duties and responsibilities there of primary importance is the proper processing of a large volume of incoming mail including the receipt of many live checks which are logged and delivered daily to C&E/Fiscal Services.
• Coordinates and directs special projects and prepares various reports for the Executive Director as needed. Collects compiles and distributes information to be made available to various legislative committees the Governors Office.
• Maintains property control records and coordinates annual inventory for the Executive Division. Manages equipment supplies and all purchasing needs of the Executive Division (P-Card). Creates requisitions before forwarding for payment (LaGov). Coordinates with the Business Analytics Specialist in reviewing monitoring and approving the monthly Transaction Register etc.

Position-Specific Details:

• Appointment Type: Probational
• Career Progression: This position does not participate in a Career Progression Group.
• Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.

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

This vacancy is being announced as a classified position and is open to all qualified applicants.This position requires the selected applicant to serve a minimum probationary period of twelve (12) months. A current permanent status state employee may be required to accept a probational appointment in lieu of promotion. Additional Vacancies may be filled from this announcement within 90 days of the closing date.

How To Apply:

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply for this vacancy click on the Apply link above and complete an electronic application which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

* Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e. relevant detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

For further information about this vacancy contact:

Human Resources

Department of Conservation and Energy

PO Box 94396

Baton Rouge LA 70804-9396

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