Administrative Coordinator -Education Administration

Office of Juvenile Justice
Swanson Center for Youth-Monroe 4701 South Grand St., Monroe, LA 71202

The Louisiana Office of Juvenile Justice (OJJ) is committed to protecting the public by providing safe and effective individualized services to youth who will become productive, law‑abiding citizens. We are seeking a detail‑oriented and dependable Administrative Coordinator 4 to support business operations with a focus on property control and asset management. This position plays a critical role in maintaining accurate inventory records, coordinating procurement and transfers, and ensuring compliance with state property regulations.

The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational skills, a working knowledge of state systems, and a commitment to operational excellence in a mission‑driven environment.

• Accepting Direction: The ability to accept and follow directions from those higher in the chain of command.
• Communicating Effectively: The ability to relay information correctly and appropriately to connect people and ideas.
• Following Policies and Procedures: The ability to comply with policies and procedures of the organization as well as State Civil Service rules, and all applicable federal and state laws.
• Acting with Ethics and Integrity: The ability to be consistent, honest, and a trustworthy steward of State resources.
• Adapting to Change: The ability to adjust plans, expectations, and behaviors in response to change.
• Exhibiting Social Awareness: The ability to identify and adapt your actions based on the situation and the personality, behavior, and emotions of others.

Three years of experience or training in clerical work.

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.

• Provide advanced paraprofessional support requiring independent judgment to ensure efficient daily operations within the department.
• Perform program‑specific administrative tasks in compliance with applicable rules, regulations, and agency policies.
• Serve as a primary liaison between the department and internal/external stakeholders, including customers, vendors, and partner agencies.
• Receive, review, and verify applications or forms for accuracy and policy compliance; identify and resolve discrepancies; and make initial eligibility assessments when appropriate.
• Prepare requisitions for supplies and assist with administrative functions such as purchasing, property control, and safety processes.
• Gather information from multiple sources and prepare specialized reports formatted according to departmental standards.
• Provide direct administrative support to a manager, including maintaining calendars, coordinating travel, issuing communications, and handling administrative matters on their behalf.

Work Locationb>
This vacancy is located at the Swanson Center for Youth in Monroe, Louisiana.

Appointment Type: This is a part‑time position.

Criminal Background: The incumbent of this position must not have been convicted or pled nolo contendere to a crime listed in R.S. 15:587.1 (c).

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply for this vacancy, complete an electronic application that 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 this job title 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 on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Garilyn London
OJJ/ Human Resources
Garilyn.

London

In the supplemental questions section, applicants must authorize the HR Office of Juvenile Justice to contact prior employers to check references under the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) to be considered for employment.

The Office of Juvenile Justice is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.

NOTE:

Prior to an appointment, the selected applicant must take and pass a drug screening test, possess a valid Louisiana Driver's License, and clear a background check.

This agency participates in the E‑Verify system for verification of citizenship and employment authorization.