Procurement Analyst - Wae

Overview

Louisiana Department of Public Safety & Corrections – Corrections Services
ELAYN HUNT CORRECTIONAL CENTER
St. Gabriel, LA

At the Louisiana Department of Corrections, our mission is to promote public safety and strengthen communities through fair, professional, and responsive corrections services. We are committed to protecting the people of Louisiana with integrity, accountability, and a deep respect for the rights and dignity of all.

This is an opportunity to become part of a dedicated team supporting public safety,
working in a correctional facility where professionalism, resilience, and teamwork are essential. Elayn Hunt Correctional Center is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Procurement Analyst to support the facility’s mission by managing the acquisition of goods and services outside the scope of the Office of State Procurement. In this pivotal role, you will ensure timely, compliant, and cost-effective procurement processes that directly support the daily operations and long-term goals of the institution.

If you thrive in a structured environment and are passionate about public service, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

• Culture
  : DOC values and supports employees through numerous recognition programs, creating a sense of community, prioritizing internal promotional opportunities, clear communication, and professional development.
• Growth
  :
  Professional growth is encouraged at DOC through numerous avenues.
• Benefits
  : DOC offers a generous benefits package including a defined benefit pension plan, health insurance that is also available post retirement, at least 10 paid holidays, sick and annual leave that rolls over from year to year, paid or time off accrued for hours worked over 40 per week, a deferred compensation plan, a flexible benefits plan, alternate work schedules etc.
  
  Alternative work schedules including 4/10’s may be an available benefit for certain positions upon meeting the policy requirements.

Please visit our website by clicking here to learn more about DOC
, our facilities, and our mission.

An ideal candidate should possess the following competencies:

• Communicating Effectively: The ability to relay information correctly and appropriately to connect people and ideas.
• Displaying Expertise: The ability to exhibit specialized skills or knowledge gained from experience or training.
• Managing Resources: The ability to ensure resources such as time, money, and people are utilized appropriately to result in maximum business value.
• Using Data: The ability to use relevant and valid data to inform a recommendation for action.

Five years of experience in procurement, contracts or grants management, financial management, accounting, or auditing; OR
Six years of full-time work experience in any field plus two years of experience in procurement, contracts or grants management, financial management, accounting, or auditing; OR
A bachelor’s degree plus two years of experience in procurement, contracts or grants management, financial management, accounting, or auditing; OR
An advanced degree plus one year of experience in procurement, contracts or grants management, financial management, accounting, or auditing.

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.

Designation as a Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB), a Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO), or a National Institute of Governmental Purchasing Certified Procurement Professional (NIGP-CPP) will substitute for a maximum of one year of the required experience.

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

• Apply Procurement Regulations: Learn and apply the Louisiana Procurement Code and agency-specific policies to ensure compliant acquisition of goods and services not covered by the Office of State Procurement.
• Support…