BUSINESS ANALYTICS SPECIALIST

BUSINESS ANALYTICS SPECIALIST

Salary

$5,023.00 - $9,856.00 Monthly

Location

Baton Rouge, LA

Job Type

Classified

Job Number

511-223062-26

Department

Wildlife & Fisheries-Management & Finance

Opening Date

07/07/2026

Closing Date

7/17/2026 11:59 PM Central

• Description
• Benefits

About this Job

Are you interested in turning data into decisions, improving organizational performance, and leading meaningful change? The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries is seeking an innovative and strategic Business Analytics Specialist to help shape the future of the Office of Management and Finance.

In this highly visible role, you will serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, leading strategic planning initiatives, evaluating business processes, developing performance measures, and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency across the department. You will collaborate with leaders throughout the agency to transform data into actionable insights, develop policies and procedures, and implement continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen organizational performance and enhance customer service.

This is an exciting opportunity for a professional who enjoys solving complex problems, influencing organizational strategy, and driving measurable results. If you thrive in a collaborative environment, excel at analyzing information, and are committed to innovation and continuous improvement, we encourage you to apply and help us build a stronger, more effective organization.

Minimum Qualifications

Six years of experience in accounting, budgeting, contracts, economics, engineering, finance, financial auditing, grants, human resources, information technology, management analysis, operational auditing, policy planning, procurement, social services, statistical analysis, tax collections, or tax enforcement; OR

Six years of experience in any field plus three years of experience in accounting, budgeting, contracts, economics, engineering, finance, financial auditing, grants, human resources, information technology, management analysis, operational auditing, policy planning, procurement, social services, statistical analysis, tax collections, or tax enforcement; OR

A bachelors degree plus three years of experience in accounting, budgeting, contracts, economics, engineering, finance, financial auditing, grants, human resources, information technology, management analysis, operational auditing, policy planning, procurement, social services, statistical analysis, tax collections, or tax enforcement; OR

An advanced degree plus two years of experience in accounting, budgeting, contracts, economics, engineering, finance, financial auditing, grants, human resources, information technology, management analysis, operational auditing, policy planning, procurement, social services, statistical analysis, tax collections, or tax enforcement.

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 Specification

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

Job Duties and Other Information

Job Duties:

Responsibilities include:

• Coordinate and support the implementation of the Departments Strategic Plan, working collaboratively with executive leadership and division directors to ensure agency priorities, initiatives, and performance measures remain aligned with the Departments mission and long-term vision.
• Lead the Office of Management and Finances strategic planning process, facilitating planning sessions, tracking initiatives, and monitoring progress toward organizational goals.
• Develop, monitor, and report on agency and office-wide Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), strategic objectives, and performance measures.
• Analyze operational data, business processes, and organizational performance to identify trends, improve efficiency, and support executive decision-making.
• Develop executive dashboards, reports, and presentations that communicate organizational performance and progress toward strategic goals.
• Evaluate programs, workflows, and business operations to identify opportunities for continuous improvement and implement data-driven solutions.
• Partner with division leadership throughout the Department to develop action plans that improve performance, strengthen collaboration, and enhance customer service.
• Facilitate strategic planning workshops, organizational assessments, and cross-functional meetings that advance Department priorities.
• Research, develop, and revise policies, procedures, and best practices that improve consistency, accountability, and operational effectiveness.
• Lead or participate in special projects involving organizational change, business process redesign, and operational modernization.
• Review legislative proposals, organizational initiatives, and policy changes to evaluate operational impacts and provide recommendations to executive leadership.
• Represent the Undersecretary and the Office of Management and Finance on cross-functional teams, committees, and strategic initiatives.
• Supervise administrative support staff responsible for timekeeping, purchasing, travel, and other administrative functions while providing coaching, guidance, and performance management.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: This position may be filled as a:

• Probational Appointment
• Promotion (open to all statewide classified and agency-wide permanent status employees)

Current permanent status classified state employees may be required to accept a Probational appointment if selected

Location: This position is located in 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 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.

Contact Information:

Department of Wildlife & Fisheries

Human Resources

P.O. Box 98000

Baton Rouge, LA 70898

Gertrude L. Triplett

gtriplett@wlf.la.gov

The Department of Wildlife and Fisheries is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports the recruitment, hiring and retention of individuals with disabilities. For more information on employment resources for individuals with disabilities, see the Louisiana Employment Resources Guide at http://www.laworks.net/Downloads/LRS/EmploymentResourceGuide_2018.pdf (Download PDF reader)

Wildlife & Fisheries is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.

As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:

Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/

Parental Leave - Up to six weeks paid parental leave

More information can be found at https://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx

Holidays and Leave - State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:

• New Years Day
• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,
• Mardi Gras,
• Good Friday,
• Memorial Day,
• Independence Day,
• Labor Day,
• Veterans Day,
• Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
• Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor

State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.

Retirement - State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to):

• Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org). LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system
• Teachers Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org),
• Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others

Employer State of Louisiana

Address 1201 N 3rd St

Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70802

Phone (866) 783-5462

Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/louisiana/default.cfm