Administrative Program Specialist B

Join Our Team at DCFS: Administrative Program Specialist B

This position is located within the Administrative, Training, and Safety Services section of the Division of Management and Finance. This position is responsible for the accountability and integrity of DCFS non-contractual procurements, the LaCarte Purchasing Card program and the Corporate Travel Card/Controlled Bill Account (CBA).

An ideal candidate should possess the following competencies:

• Accepting Direction: The ability to be open and willing to follow guidance or instructions.
• Driving Results: The ability to set and pursue goals, maintain focus amid competing demands, and deliver results.
• Making Accurate Judgments: The ability to assess options, weigh risks, and make sound decisions using available information and logical reasoning.
• Using Data: The ability to collect, analyze, and use data to generate insights and inform decisions.

If you're driven, collaborative, and ready to make an impact—this could be the opportunity for you!

Minimum Qualifications

Four years of experience in administrative services; OR Six years of full-time work experience in any field plus one year of experience in administrative services; OR A bachelor's degree plus one year of experience in administrative services; OR An advanced 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.

Job Duties and Other Information

Job Duties:

• Conducts internal procurement compliance reviews by collecting and analyzing data to determine deficient controls, illegal, unethical or improper purchases and extravagance.
• Checks the accuracy of the required reports reflecting expenditure transactions.
• Develops and generates reports through Bank of America's database software (Works).
• Ensures that official, accurate internal records are on file and well maintained in the event DCFS Internal or Legislative Auditors need to review them.
• Works with DCFS internal and DOA/OST Auditors during annual audits to provide information requested in regards to this required certification.
• May conduct or participate in special projects.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: Probational, Promotional, or Job Appointment. This position may be filled as a probational appointment or a job appointment that may last up to 48 months. Job appointments may convert to probational appointments. Also, it may be filled as a detail and promoted within 12 months or by promotion of a permanent classified employee.

Works Schedule: Typically, work hours are 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday - Friday. Flexible work schedules are available after meeting certain criteria and is dependent upon the position you are applying for. Some positions require working shifts.

Work Location: Baton Rouge, LA

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 this job title must be included in this application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Contact Information:

For further information about this vacancy, contact:

Bethany Benoit

Bethany.Benoit.DCFS@la.gov