IT STATEWIDE ASSOCIATE ANALYST 1/2/3/4 (AppDM ERP LOGISITICS POS # 50389920)

IT STATEWIDE ASSOCIATE ANALYST 1/2/3/4 (AppDM ERP LOGISITICS POS # 50389920)

Salary

Depends on Qualifications

Location

Baton Rouge, LA

Job Type

Classified

Job Number

OTS 091726B ERG

Department

Division of Administration-Office of Technology Services

Opening Date

09/17/2026

Closing Date

10/1/2026 11:59 PM Central

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About this Job

The Division of Administration/Office of Technology Services has a vacancy. This position is located in the Applications and Data Management Section. Req. 226072

The Office of Technology Services (OTS) aims to be a responsible partner in delivering innovative, effective, and reliable solutions that support and enhance the IT functions within the Executive Branch Departments. The Office of Technology Services will work to increase the return on the State's investment in technology by promoting smart decision-making, solving problems intelligently, increasing the rate of project success, and fostering a skilled and professional staff.

The incumbent is responsible for supporting the logistics modules of the States ERP system (LaGov) which runs on the SAP R/3 software in the Application and Data Management Section of OTS. As a business analyst on the logistics team knowledge of the capabilities of the multiple functions of the ERP system as well as specific knowledge of MM (Materials Management) and IM/WM (Inventory Management and Warehouse Management) practices are needed. General knowledge of all the other logistics modules and the Agile Assets system with the ability to relate this knowledge across to the ERP system. Supervision is received by a general review from an IT Statewide Analyst or highler level authority.

The Division of Administration is the state government's management arm and the hub of its financial operations. Division offices perform a wide variety of activities including the following:

• Overseeing the state's capital construction program
• Working to provide state and federal grants for community development
• Development of the state budget
• Providing technology services
• Giving agencies guidance in the state purchasing and contracting process as they seek goods and services
• Administering a program that provides federal funds to help Louisiana residents recover from a series of devastating hurricanes

Minimum Qualifications

Two years of experience in information technology; OR

Six years of full-time work experience in any field; OR

An associate's degree in information technology; OR

A bachelor's 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.

NOTE:

A certification in an approved area may be substituted for the education and/or experience requirements at the time of hire or promotion, provided the appointment is made from a Certificate of Eligibles.

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:

• Serves as an ERP Logistics business analyst which includes support activities such as: system assurance tasks, answering questions, providing assistance, and making recommendations to solve moderately complex system and user related issues and problems; referring users to other groups as needed for training, system security issues, database assistance, communication problems, etc. Works with OTS and vendor staff concerning application designs, problems, and issues. Prepares estimates and schedules for assigned tasks and provides input into the development of work plans for projects; ensures successful completion with little supervison.
• Assists in analyzing requests for changes to ensure compliance with state policies and practices and to ascertain impact to ERP application and users. Based on results of the evaluations or input from ERP users and other entities, such as Division of Administration (DOA) control agencies, develops business specifications for change requests and assists in the setting of priorities for the changes.
• Assists in analyzing and testing new releases (which includes the primary application and complementary software, applications, tools and utilities) and changes. This includes such things as: developing test plans, conducting and documenting tests, and evaluating and recording the results to insure new release functions properly. Prepares for the implementation of new releases and changes by revising documentation, online help and training materials; preparing user notifications; or assisting with the establishment of production schedules and monitoring tasks.
• Develops and maintains user and project documentation for current application as well as any new release or enhancement. This includes such items as: online help, user manuals and quick reference guides, test documentation, and training documentation.
• Develops training materials (e.g. classroom materials, memos, articles, help scripts) for new users as well as continuing education programs for more experienced ERP users. This also includes working with the IT Statewide Manager, IT Statewide Analysts, and Associate Analysts in analyzing training needs, conducting or assisting in classes and workshops and evaluating training effectiveness.
• Assists in planning and coordinating group meetings. This involves discussions concerning new releases, potential change requests, problems with the applications, and establishing priorities for system changes.
• Assists in preparing and giving presentations. This includes agency seminars, workshops and application demonstrations to staff with various levels of expertise.
• Performs all other tasks, special projects, analysis, studies, and plans as directed. This can include working with agencies to develop special reports; performing special tasks required by the Commissioner, Deputy Undersecretary, and other DOA Deputy and Assistant Commissioners (e.g. - assisting in the preparation for system and performance audits, creation of special reports, working with the DOA/ERP Control Agencies to provide support); assisting in the evaluation of the impact of changes to other systems and the agencies; and working on the development and installation of new ERP applications or releases.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: This vacancy will be filled by a new hire or by promotion of a current permanent status classified employee.

Career Progression: This vacancy participates in a career progression group and may be filled from this recruitment as an IT Statewide Associate Analyst 1, 2, 3, or 4.

Louisiana is a "State as a Model Employer" for People with Disabilities.

Substitution: Applicants who do not meet the minimum education or experience qualification may receive experience credit from Civil Service approved certifications for up to two years of experience, which may substitute for the bachelors degree. Please see the list of approved Certifications for Substitutions at https://www.doa.la.gov/doa/ots/careers/certifications-for-substitutions

Location: This is a full-time, on-site position located in the Greater Baton Rouge area.

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). Resumeswill not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Prior to a new hire, a background check, including criminal record history, will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment, but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. A criminal history check may be conducted on employees changing positions, including promotions, demotions, details, reassignments, and transfers. Also, prospective employees may be subject to pre-employment drug testing. New hires will be subject to employment eligibility verification via the federal governments E-Verify system.

Applicants qualifying based on college training or receipt of a baccalaureate degree will be required to submit an official college transcript to verify credentials claimed prior to appointment. Please make every effort to attach a copy of your transcript to your application. The transcripts can be added as an attachment to your online application. The selected candidate will be required to submit original documentation upon hire.

For further information about this posting, please contact:

Erica R. Gay

HR Specialist

Division of Administration/Office of Human Resources

email:Erica.Gay@la.gov

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

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Do you possess experience in Contracts/Procurement?

• Yes
• No

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If you answered yes to possessing experience in Contracts/Procurement, please describe your experience. If this does not apply to you, enter NA.

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Do you have experience in LaGov SRM?

• Yes
• No

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Do you possess experience in Help Desk/Training Development or Delivery?

• Yes
• No

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If you answered yes to possessing experience in Help Desk/Training Development or Delivery, please describe your experience. If this does not apply to you, enter NA.

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