Administrative Program Manager 1
State of Louisiana
Operations
Baton Rouge, LA, USA
About this Job
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The Louisiana State Police / Transportation Safety Services (TSS) is comprised of the Commercial Vehicle Enforcement (CVE), Mobile Weight Enforcement (MWE), and Towing and Recovery Units (TRU). The primary responsibilities of TSS includes reducing the number and severity of commercial motor vehicle crashes as well as protecting the state’s highway infrastructure. TSS also ensures compliance with applicable state and federal regulations governing commercial vehicles, the towing and recovery industry, vehicle storage facilities, and motor vehicle inspection stations. These objectives are accomplished through a program of roadside safety inspections, annual facility inspections, and educational outreach initiatives.
The Administrative Program Manager 1 receives broad supervision from higher level State Police Commissioned Troopers and is responsible for directing the activities of TSS Program Specialist A positions as well as performing many of the duties assigned to the TSS Program Specialist A administrative personnel.
An ideal candidate should possess the following competencies:
Driving Results: The ability to set and pursue goals, maintain focus amid competing demands, and deliver results.
Making Accurate Judgments: The ability to assess options, weigh risks, and make sound decisions using available information and logical reasoning.
Thinking Critically: The ability to analyze information objectively, identify connections across sources, and form logical, well supported conclusions.
Minimum Qualifications
- Three years of experience in administrative services; OR
Six years of full-time work 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 Specification
- The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Job Duties and Other Information
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Job Duties:
As an Administrative Program Manager 1, you will oversee program operations, coordinate administrative functions, and ensure the effective implementation of policies and procedures to support organizational goals. In this role, you will:- Supervise and manage administrative operations for Commercial Vehicle Enforcement programs
- Oversee daily operations of the Louisiana Truck Center, ensuring efficient and effective service delivery
- Prepare, review, and coordinate timely submission of correspondence, reports, and special requests
- Administer and coordinate the Commercial Vehicle Enforcement administrative hearing program
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: Promotional to current, permanent DPS employees
Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
How To Apply:
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:
Joel Sunsin
DPS/Human Resources/Human Resources Analyst
7979 Independence Blvd, STE 201, Baton Rouge, LA, 70808
