<p>Office of Juvenile Justice-Central Office</p> <p>7919 Independence Blvd., Baton Rouge, LA 70806</p> <p>State Police Bldg. 1st Floor</p> <p>https://ojj.la.gov/location/ojj-central-office</p> <p>The Louisiana Office of Juvenile Justice (OJJ) is committed to protecting the public by providing safe and effective individualized services to youth, who will become productive, law-abiding citizens. We are seeking  Human Resources professionals to support our mission by contributing to critical HR functions that directly impact our workforce and service delivery. Whether you're a highly experienced HR professional or aspiring to become one, if you have a passion for public service and a desire to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to apply. Come grow with us at OJJ!</p> <p>A PREFERRED CANDIDATE WILL POSSESS THE FOLLOWING CORE COMPETENCIES:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Communicating Effectively: Communicates clearly, listens actively, and explains complex ideas well.</p> </li><li> <p>Demonstrating Accountability: Owns results, meets standards, and responds to feedback professionally.</p> </li><li> <p>Following Policies and Procedures: Applies and explains policies accurately, adapts in routine cases, and helps improve procedures.</p> </li><li> <p>Acting with Ethics and Integrity: Acts with integrity, respects confidentiality, and treats people fairly.</p> </li><li> <p>Adapting to Change: Adjusts quickly and stays effective during change.</p> </li></ul> <p>Three years of human resources experience; OR</p> <p>Six years of full-time experience in any field; OR</p> <p>A bachelor's degree.</p> <p>EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:</p> <p>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.</p> <p>The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.</p> <p>Job Duties:</p> <p>Employee Administration & Benefits (60%)</p> <ul> <li> <p>Processes and audits personnel actions in LA GOV HCM, ensuring accuracy and compliance with Civil Service rules and OJJ policies.</p> </li><li> <p>Provides guidance on payroll, benefits, leave, and HR policies; resolves employee concerns and data discrepancies.</p> </li><li> <p>Manages promotions, appointments, reallocations, and other personnel actions.</p> </li><li> <p>Ensures accurate benefits processing and reporting to OGB, LASERS, TRSL, and other regulatory entities.</p> </li><li> <p>Calculates leave accruals, payouts, and retroactive adjustments; prevents payroll errors through thorough review.</p> </li><li> <p>Ensures job postings and hiring actions meet Civil Service and Executive Order requirements.</p> </li></ul> <p>Recruitment, Placement & Selection (30%)</p> <ul> <li> <p>Manages recruitment activities in LaCareers, including requisitions, postings, qualification reviews, and compliance audits.</p> </li><li> <p>Advises supervisors on hiring processes, pay policies, and documentation standards.</p> </li></ul> <p>Administration & Support (10%)</p> <ul> <li> <p>Maintains HR files, correspondence, and tracking systems.</p> </li><li> <p>Recommends policy or procedure updates.</p> </li><li> <p>Performs additional duties as assigned.</p> </li></ul> <p>Physical & Other Requirements</p> <ul> <li> <p>Primarily sedentary work with minimal physical effort.</p> </li><li> <p>Must be able to perform duties safely without posing risk to self or others.</p> </li></ul> <p>Position-Specific Details:</p> <p>Work Location: This vacancy is located at the Office of Juvenile Justice Central Office in Baton Rouge, LA. </p> <p>Appointment Type: Full time, Probational</p> <p>Career Progression:  This position may be filled as a Human Resources Analyst A, B, C, or Specialist.</p> <p>Compensation: </p> <p>The Human Resource Analyst A (AS-613) title has a Special Entrance Rate of $$1,616.00 biweekly.</p> <p>The Human Resource Analyst B (AS-614) title has a Special Entrance Rate of $1,728.80 biweekly.</p> <p>The Human Resource Analyst C (AS-616) title has a Special Entrance Rate of $1,944.80 biweekly.</p> <p>The Human Resource Specialist (AS-617) title has a Special Entrance Rate of $2,080.80 biweekly.</p> <p>The incumbent of this position must not have been convicted or pled nolo contendere to a crime listed in R.S. 15:587.1 (c).</p> <p>The Office of Juvenile Justice is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. For more information on employment-related resources available for those with disabilities, refer to the Louisiana Employment Resource Guide.</p> <p>How To Apply:</p> <p>No Civil Service test score is required  to be considered for this vacancy.</p> <p>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. </p> <ul> <li>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. </li></ul> <p>In the supplemental questions section, applicants must authorize the HR Office of Juvenile Justice to contact prior employers to check references under the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) to be considered for employment.</p> <p> </p> <p> If you are contacted for an interview, please let us know at that time if you will need special accommodations.</p> <p>NOTE: Prior to an appointment, the selected applicant must take and pass a drug screening test, possess a valid Louisiana Driver's License, and clear a background check.</p> <p>For further information about this vacancy, contact:</p> <p>Garilyn London</p> <p>OJJ/ Human Resources</p> <p>Garilyn.London@la.gov</p>