What are the responsibilities and job description for the HUMAN RESOURCES ANALYST A, B, OR C position at State of Louisiana?
The Division of Administration/Office of Human Resources has a vacancy. This position will be filled in the Employee Relations unit.
Join the Division of Administration Office of Human Resources as a member of the Employee Relations team. This position operates in a high-volume environment and performs time-sensitive, mission-critical work that directly supports employees, supervisors, and agency leadership across multiple state entities. Accuracy, consistency, and professionalism are essential, as the work handled by this role has a direct impact on agency operations and compliance with state and federal requirements.
About the Employee Relations Team with the Office of Human Resources (OHR) at the Division of Administration (DOA)The Office of Human Resources supports a diverse group of agencies, each with unique missions, staffing needs, and workplace challenges. Our Employee Relations team administers and supports a wide range of processes, including FMLA, ADA accommodations, performance management, unemployment hearings, and other employee relations matters that require careful review, sound judgment, and consistent application of policy.
The team works closely with employees and managers throughout the Division of Administration, the Office of the Governor, BESE, the Public Defender Board, the Louisiana Tax Commission, and other supported agencies. The work is steady, detail-driven, and often time sensitive, requiring strong coordination and follow-through.
What We Are Looking ForWe are seeking candidates who can manage a high volume of work while maintaining accuracy, confidentiality, and professionalism. Successful candidates communicate clearly and respectfully, particularly when addressing sensitive or complex issues. They are organized, dependable, and able to move work forward independently while knowing when to elevate questions or concerns.
This role requires the ability to apply policies consistently, exercise sound judgment, and provide reliable guidance to employees and supervisors. A strong commitment to customer service and public service is essential.
An Ideal Candidate Should Possess the Following Competencies
- Acting with Ethics and Integrity - The ability to make choices that reflect ethical standards, integrity and honesty, regardless of circumstances or personal benefit.
- Communicating Effectively - The ability to convey information, ideas, and emotions using structured communication methods that promote understanding and engagement.
- Demonstrating Accountability - The ability to take ownership of actions, behaviors, performance, decisions, and outcomes.
- Demonstrating Initiative - The ability to assess situations independently and take proactive steps to address them without being prompted or instructed by others.
- Displaying Professionalism - The ability to uphold workplace standards through consistent conduct, responsible communication, and consideration for others.
- Focusing on Customers - The ability to understand and meet the needs, preferences, and experiences of internal and external customers.
- 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.
- Making Accurate Judgments - The ability to assess options, weigh risks, and make sound decisions using available information and logical reasoning
- Managing Time - The ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and allocate time to ensure timely completion of work goals.
- Thinking Critically - The ability to analyze information objectively, identify connections across sources, and form logical, well-supported conclusions.
Six years of full-time experience in any field; 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.
Job Duties:
As an HR Analyst on the Employee Relations team, you will:
• Help employees and supervisors understand FMLA rules, review paperwork, and track leave
• Assist with ADA accommodation requests by collecting information and helping identify possible supports
• Keep performance and conduct documentation organized and up to date
• Help gather information and prepare files for unemployment claims
• Track when employees become eligible for permanent status and send needed forms to supervisors
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee relations records
• Answer questions and provide guidance to employees and managers across multiple agencies
• Assist the HR Manager and HR Specialist with reports, research, and improvements to processes
Position Specific Details
Appointment Type: This vacancy may be filled by hiring a new employee or by promoting a current permanent status classified employee. A permanent status employee may be required to serve a new probationary period in lieu of promotion.
Career Progression: This position is part of a Career Progression Group and may be filled from this recruitment as a Human Resources Analyst A, Human Resources Analyst B, or Human Resources Analyst C.
Compensation: This position has a Special Entrance Rate (SER) as follows:
• Human Resources Analyst A: $1,394.40 biweekly
• Human Resources Analyst B: $1,491.20 biweekly
How To Apply
No Civil Service test score is required to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply, click on the “Apply” link above and complete the electronic application. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application throughout the process.
Information to support eligibility must be included in the application. Resumes will not be accepted in place of completed experience and education sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Applicants qualifying based on college training or a degree must submit an official transcript prior to appointment.
A criminal history check may be conducted on all new hires and employees changing positions. Pre-employment drug testing and E-Verify employment eligibility verification may also be required.
For further information about this posting, please contact:
Brandon Blanchard
HR Manager
Division of Administration, Office of Human Resources
Email: brandon.blanchard@la.gov
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Salary : $1,394 - $1,491