What are the responsibilities and job description for the ADMINISTRATIVE PROGRAM MANAGER 2 (BUSINESS OFFICE) position at DOTD-Engineering & Operations?
Salary
$3,831.00 - $7,518.00 Monthly
Location
Lafayette, LA
Job Type
Promotion
Job Number
03-7722-APM2-10232026-LR
Department
DOTD-Engineering & Operations
Division
District 3- Lafayette
Opening Date
10/23/2026
Closing Date
10/28/2026 11:59 PM Central
About this Job
District 03 / Unit 001 BUSINESS OFFICE
Job Number: 03-7722-APM2-10232026-LR
Job Number: 03-7722-APM2-10232026-LR
This is a promotional opportunity for permanent DOTD employees only.
About this position:
This position functions as an Administrative Program Manager 2 in the Business Office and serves as the primary assistant to the Administrative Program Manager 3 and the ADA of Business in the Fiscal Management of DOTD programs and projects; must be self-motivated and be able to perform duties independently with broad supervision. The incumbent is the Procurement Specialist for the District and is expected to exercise a high degree of independent judgment and initiative in determining the approach/action to take in non-routine situations that may arise. The Administrative Program Manager 2 shall serve as direct supervisor over one or multiple Accounting/Administrative positions.
AN IDEAL CANIDATE SHOULD POSESS THE FOLLLOWING COMPETENCIES:
- Driving Results: Sets clear goals, stays focused, owns outcomes, and uses feedback to improve.
- Making Accurate Judgments: Makes timely, well-reasoned decisions using available info, context, and trade-offs.
- Thinking Critically: Analyzes key info, weighs evidence, and draws logical, well-supported conclusions from credible sources.
- Communicating Effectively: Communicates clearly, listens actively, and explains complex ideas well.
Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency:
http://wwwsp.dotd.la.gov/Inside_LaDOTD/Divisions/Mgmt_Finance/HR/Pages/Career_Center.aspx
http://wwwsp.dotd.la.gov/Inside_LaDOTD/Divisions/Mgmt_Finance/HR/Pages/Career_Center.aspx
Minimum Qualifications
Five years of experience in administrative services; OR
Six years of full-time work experience in any field plus two years of experience in administrative services; OR
A bachelor's degree plus two years of experience in administrative services; OR
An advanced degree plus one year of experience in administrative services.
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.
Six years of full-time work experience in any field plus two years of experience in administrative services; OR
A bachelor's degree plus two years of experience in administrative services; OR
An advanced degree plus one year of experience in administrative services.
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:
Procurement/Perpetual Inventory:
- Serves as the District’s lead procurement specialist, managing purchasing activities and ensuring compliance with all relevant policies and procedures.
- Oversees accurate processing of procurement actions, including both contract and non-contract purchases, to support operations.
- Researches and develops requisitions, collaborating with staff and vendors to create specifications that meet fiscal and operational requirements.
- Coordinates with headquarters procurement officials to ensure alignment with broader organizational standards.
- Establishes and maintains systems for managing purchase orders and procurement documentation using SAP, ERP, SRM, and other tools.
- Directs stockroom operations, including inventory control, audits, and annual physical inventory, ensuring proper tracking and policy compliance across all units.
Administrative Functions:
- Establishes job duties for direct reports and exercises signatory authority over personnel matters such as leave, evaluations, and corrective actions.
- Serves as the main point of contact for external vendors providing facility and support services (e.g., HVAC, elevators, alarm systems).
- Prepares complex statistical spreadsheets to support management decision-making on procurement activities.
- Tracks and updates data on pending and current acquisitions for all administrative units.
- Provides recommendations on inventory levels and related expenditures to support budget forecasting.
- May be required to perform other duties as necessary, including, but not limited to, emergency/disaster support activities.
Position- Specific Details:
Compensation: $22.10 hourly / $1,768.00 Biweekly
Appointment Type: This position is open to only current DOTD employees; and may be filled by detail to special duty.
How to apply:
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
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Contact Information:
For more information regarding this vacancy, please contact:
Nedra Wells
Administrative Program Manager 3
DOTD-District 03
331-262-6100
Email: nedra.wells2@la.gov
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As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:
As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:
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Parental Leave – Up to six weeks paid parental leave
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