At Liquefied Petroleum Gas Commission, our mission is to promulgate and enforce rules that will allow for the safest possible distribution, handling and usage of liquefied petroleum gas and anhydrous ammonia necessary for the protection, safety and security of the public.

We’re looking for an Conservation Program Manager to serve as the first point of contact at the agency, creating a welcoming environment for Dealers and visitors and providing administrative support that keeps our front office running smoothly.

A preferred candidate should possess the following competencies:

Communicating Effectively: The ability to relay information correctly and appropriately to connect people and ideas.

Demonstrating Innovation: The ability to generate original ideas that create value, improve processes, or provide new products or services.

Developing Performance: The ability to assist others in advancing their skills, knowledge, and performance levels over time.

Influencing Others: The ability to have an intentional effect on aligning stakeholder opinions and behaviors with the goals of the organization.

Leading Change: The ability to initiate, manage, influence, and evaluate change.

Making Accurate Judgments: The ability to form an opinion objectively and decisively based on relevant information and in accordance with established standards.

Managing Budgets: The ability to be a good steward of state resources by effectively managing allocated funds.

Managing Projects: The ability to initiate, plan, execute, manage, and close-out all project goals within the established timeline.

Managing Resources: The ability to ensure resources such as time, money, and people are utilized appropriately to result in maximum business value.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties:

EXAMPLES BELOW ARE A BRIEF SAMPLE OF COMMON DUTIES ASSOCIATED WITH THIS JOB TITLE. NOT ALL POSSIBLE TASKS ARE INCLUDED.

Assists in the preparation of section budget requests and in defending proposals before the State Budget Office and the legislative fiscal office. Represents the section, along with higher-level personnel, before legislative committees for budget requests, regulation development, and legislative inquiries.

Represents the Office and Department at meetings with other state and federal agencies, citizens groups, news media, educational forums, and the regulated community regarding complex issues.

Coordinates section response to proposed Federal regulation and policy changes.

Manages the preparation of approval, denial, or enforcement documentation. Recommends enforcement action for non-compliance with regulations. Provides technical testimony and serves as an expert witness at hearings and enforcement proceedings.

Coordinates and attends meetings with industry representatives. Makes technical decisions related to the issuance of orders and approval letters, granting of permits, variances and exemptions.

Develops policy recommendations for transmittal to higher-level personnel regarding issuance of permits, orders or approval letters.

Directs activities related to the researching, drafting, and promulgation of rules, regulations, and guidelines.

Supervises the implementation of quality control/quality assurance procedures necessary to ensure the accuracy and completeness of documentation.

Assists higher-level personnel with preparation of the annual state budget or Federal Grant(s).

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: Probational, Promotional, or Job Appointment

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

Work Schedule: Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday.

Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience. The bi-weekly rate for this position is as follows:

• Conservation Program Manager (TS-312) - $1,923.20

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

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 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 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.

Contact Information:

For further information about this vacancy contact: Department of Public Safety
ATTN: Human Resources/Katy Bradley
P.O. BOX 66614
Baton Rouge, LA. 70896
Email: katy.bradley@la.gov

The Department of Public Safety and Corrections, Public Safety Services, 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 (Download PDF reader).