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Administrative Assistant 4 - NUT

State of Louisiana
State of Louisiana Salary
Baton Rouge, LA Other
POSTED ON 10/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/18/2026
**This position is located in Baton Rouge, LA**

Office of Nutrition Support

Job Focus Area
The Administrative Assistant 4 position in the Division of Nutrition Support serves as a confidential and highly skilled administrative professional supporting the Division Director. The role is integral to the success of the division, requiring exceptional organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. Additionally, the role includes office management responsibilities such as maintaining time and attendance records, overseeing equipment inventory, processing procurement transactions, and onboarding new team members. The opportunity is unique as it supports critical programs like the National School Lunch Program, Summer Food Service Program, and Child and Adult Care Food Program. The position offers the chance to work in a dynamic environment, interact with diverse stakeholders, and play a pivotal role in advancing the mission of the Division of Nutrition Support.

Applicants with the following experience are encouraged to apply:
Strong organizational, communication and administrative skills; ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively; proficient in Microsoft programs, Google, and ability to learn other technologies quickly. 

Candidates with the following skills and competencies are encouraged to apply:
Communicating Effectively: The ability to relay information correctly and appropriately to connect people and ideas.
Demonstrating Accountability: The ability to accept ownership for your actions, behaviors, performance, and decisions.
Thinking Critically: The ability to objectively question, analyze, interpret, and evaluate information to form a conclusion.
Acting Decisively: The ability to make decisions quickly and effectively.
Demonstrating Initiative: The ability to assess information and take action independently to help the organization achieve its goals.
Three years of experience in administrative services.

EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:
Every 15 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as six months of experience.
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.Job Duties:

As an Administrative Assistant 4, you'll help create a positive first impression for internal and external stakeholders. In this role, you will:

  • Relieve the Division Director of a variety of administrative tasks.
  • Assist with preparation for meetings, such as securing location, copying agendas and handouts, mailings, etc.
  • Answer questions regarding the Division of Nutrition Support programs and activities, as well as Department policies, procedures, and services.
  • Maintain time and attendance records for Division staff.
  • Process all procurement and purchasing transactions for the office.
  • Answer, screen, and direct telephone calls/takes messages for staff.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: Probational, Promotional, or Job Appointment. The person hired for this position is expected to regularly report to the Baton Rouge office. Current permanent classified state employees may be required to accept a probationary appointment, if selected. 

Career Progression:  This position does not participate in a Career Progression Group.

Work Schedule: Work hours are Monday - Friday. Work hours will be determined.

Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.  

**Note regarding the advertised pay range: The maximum amounts listed are the maximum salary amounts a person can make over their career and not the maximum amount we are allowed to pay a new hire.


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.

You may attach a resume; however, only the information listed on the online application will be considered to determine qualification.  All education, prior experience, including dates related to education and prior experience MUST be listed in the online application.  

**Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application.  Applications may be rejected if incomplete.**

Note: 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.


Contact Information:

For further information about this vacancy contact:

Louisiana Department of Education – Human Resources

PO Box 96064

Baton Rouge, LA 70804

lodejobs@la.gov

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

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