Human Resources Specialist (Discipline)

Human Resources Specialist (Discipline)

Salary

$4,099.00 - $8,044.00 Monthly

Location

Jackson, LA

Job Type

Classified

Job Number

ELMHS7.14.26HRS

Department

LDH-Office of Behavioral Health

Opening Date

07/14/2026

Closing Date

7/21/2026 11:59 PM Central

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About this Job

Division: Within the Human Resources Department at ELMHS Located in Jackson, LA

The Mission of ELMHS is to provide mental health evaluation, treatment, habilitation and consultation for adults. Programs include inpatient interventions, jail based evaluations, supervised group home and residential programs, forensic evaluation, care, custody, and aftercare; intermediate and long term psychiatric are in coordination with the total system of care in Louisiana

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE SHOULD POSSESS THE FOLLLOWING COMPETENCIES:

Communicating Effectively: The ability to convey information, ideas, and emotions using structured communication methods that promote understanding and engagement.

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.

Adapting to Change: The ability to demonstrate flexibility in thoughts, behaviors, and actions in response to evolving circumstances or unexpected change.

Displaying Professionalism: The ability to uphold workplace standards through consistent conduct, responsible communication, and consideration for others.

Learning Actively: The ability to pursue learning, seek feedback, and integrate new knowledge to improve personal and professional performance.

Managing Projects: The ability to plan, implement, and close out project initiatives by coordinating people, resources, and timelines to achieve defined outcomes.

ELMHS is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented professional with disciplinary experience to join our Human Resources Department. The selected candidate will provide expert-level human resources and employee relations support by managing complex and confidential hiring, disciplinary, grievance, workplace violence, and sexual harassment matters, ensuring compliance with Civil Service rules, organizational policies, and applicable state and federal laws while serving as the subject matter expert for disciplinary processes.

Minimum Qualifications

Six years of human resources experience; OR

Six years of full-time experience in any field plus three years of human resources experience; OR

A bachelor's degree plus three 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 two years 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 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.

Designation as a Society for Human Resource Management Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP), Professional in Human Resources (PHR), or a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) will substitute for a maximum of one year of the required experience.

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:

In this role, you will:

• Provide support throughout the hospital on issues that are highly complex and confidential in nature.
• Need in-depth knowledge and expertise of the rules, regulations, procedures, and deadlines related to job postings and hiring activities.
• Need in-depth knowledge of applicable Civil Service Rules, LDH/OBH policies and procedures, and any other federal and state laws governing hiring, discipline, classification, and organizational management.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for the administration of all aspects of discipline for ELMHS.
• Develop, recommend, and implement ELMHS' discipline policy and procedures.
• Be responsible for reviewing the pertinent information when an Internal Review Committee (IRC) substantiates the findings of an investigation of Abuse or Neglect of a client. Further reviews the facts of the case, obtains witness statements and any other pertinent evidence when necessary.
• Prepare pre-deprivation (pre-discipline or Loudermill) letters and submit to the LDH Legal department for review.
• Research and provide additional information to a representative of the Legal department, as requested.
• Issue pre-deprivation letters to employees.
• Meet with the employee and Appointing Authority, or designee, for the employee's response to the pre-deprivation letter. Issues final discipline letter.
• Assist the Legal department representative at any Civil Service Commission review of discipline actions.
• Issue letters of Administrative Leave, supervisory counseling letters, letters of improvement, letters of termination of temporary appointment, and letters of separation from probation.
• Assist employees, as needed, with issuing Grievance reports.
• Track the process of Grievance reports submitted to ensure ELMHS remains in compliance.
• Receive and investigate reports of workplace violence and sexual harassment.
• Compile information on reported workplace violence or sexual harassment and prepares report as well as make recommendations to the Legal department.
• Review information with HR Manager, HR Director, department head, and/or Appointing Authority. If allegations prove true, proceed with discipline action letter.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: Probational or Promotional

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 the 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:

Leigh Moore

ELMHS HR

ELMHS-HR@LA.GOV

225-634-0680

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

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

01

Are you a current employee of ELMHS?

• Yes
• No

02

Have you ever been on probation or sentenced to jail/prison as a result of a felony conviction or guilty plea to a felony charge?

• Yes
• No

03

If 'Yes', give the law enforcement authority (city police, sheriff, FBI, etc.), the offense, place and disposition of case. If 'No', enter N/A

04

Do you possess designation as a Society for Human Resource Management Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP), Professional in Human Resources (PHR), or a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR)?

• Yes
• No

05

AC: Adapting to Change - How well do you stay flexible and adjust your behavior or work when things change?

• I resist change, struggle to adjust, and my performance suffers.
• I accept change with help and adjust slowly.
• I adjust quickly and stay effective during change.
• I lead through change and help others stay grounded and flexible.

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AC: Adapting to Change - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience. Tip: Use the STAR method (situation, task, action, result) to explain how you have demonstrated this competency. Examples from work, military service, volunteering, education, or other life experiences are all valid.

07

CE: Communicating Effectively - How well do you share information and ideas in ways that others can understand, relate to, and act on?

• I communicate unclearly, use poor tone, and ignore the audience.
• I share main ideas clearly and adapt to the audience when reminded.
• I communicate clearly, listen actively, and explain complex ideas well.
• I craft messages that connect, inspire, and drive action across audiences.

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CE: Communicating Effectively - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience. Tip: Use the STAR method (situation, task, action, result) to explain how you have demonstrated this competency. Examples from work, military service, volunteering, education, or other life experiences are all valid.

09

FPP: Following Policies and Procedures - How well do you apply rules, policies, and procedures in your work?

• I struggle to follow rules or apply policies correctly, which can lead to confusion or mistakes.
• I follow rules with support and help correct issues, but I sometimes apply policies inconsistently.
• I apply and explain policies accurately, adapt to routine situations, and help improve procedures.
• I guide others in applying policies, prevent compliance issues, and improve procedures based on experience.

10

FPP: Following Policies and Procedures - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience. Tip: Use the STAR method (situation, task, action, result) to explain how you have demonstrated this competency. Examples from work, military service, volunteering, education, or other life experiences are all valid.

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LA: Learning Actively - How do you seek out learning and apply feedback to grow your skills?

• I avoid learning, feedback, or collaboration and show little interest in developing my skills.
• I set basic learning goals and participate occasionally, but I don't always apply what I learn.
• I set clear learning goals, apply new skills, use feedback, and help others learn when I can.
• I seek growth through reflection, feedback, and collaboration. I mentor others and model lifelong learning.

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LA: Learning Actively - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience. Tip: Use the STAR method (situation, task, action, result) to explain how you have demonstrated this competency. Examples from work, military service, volunteering, education, or other life experiences are all valid.

13

MPr: Managing Projects - How well do you plan and manage projects to meet goals, timelines, and deliverables?

• I struggle to plan or coordinate projects and often have difficulty managing teams, resources, or communication.
• I complete basic project tasks with support, but I may miss deadlines or struggle to resolve issues.
• I create project plans, manage risks, work well with teams, communicate clearly, and track progress against milestones.
• I lead large or complex projects, plan ahead for risks, guide others, and use lessons learned to improve future project outcomes.

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MPr: Managing Projects - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience. Tip: Use the STAR method (situation, task, action, result) to explain how you have demonstrated this competency. Examples from work, military service, volunteering, education, or other life experiences are all valid.

Required Question

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