PROCUREMENT ANALYST 3 OR SPECIALIST

About this Job Louisiana Department of Public Safety & Corrections – Corrections Services https://doc.la.gov/ HEADQUARTERS OFFICES Baton Rouge, 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 position provides agency-wide procurement and operational support, ensuring that purchasing, contracts, property, fleet, and P-Card activities follow Louisiana statutes and administrative rules. The role keeps daily operations running smoothly while preventing compliance issues and supporting staff across multiple divisions. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys variety and prefers not to do the same thing every day. No two days are exactly alike, and the wide range of responsibilities and interactions keeps the work interesting, engaging, and constantly evolving. Why work for DOC? 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 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. 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. Minimum Qualifications 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. 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 Job Duties: This role is uniquely positioned at the c…

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