HUMAN RESOURCES SUPERVISOR

HUMAN RESOURCES SUPERVISOR

 Salary $2,383.20 - $4,251.20 Biweekly Location Baker, LA Job Type Classified Job Number 403JCY-218736-GOL Department Office of Juvenile Justice Opening Date 03/12/2026 Closing Date 3/19/2026 11:59 PM Central

DESCRIPTION

BENEFITS QUESTIONS About this Job Office of Juvenile Justice Jetson Center for Youth 15200 Old Scenic Hwy, Baker, LA 70714 The Louisiana Office of Juvenile Justice (OJJ) is powered by a mission to protect our communities while helping youth build safer, more successful futures. We are seeking a dynamic and knowledgeable Human Resources Supervisor to lead key HR functions and support the dedicated workforce at the secure care facility. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is ready to guide a team, strengthen HR operations, and ensure compliance across a wide range of complex programs. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, excellent judgment, and a commitment to delivering high-quality service to employees, supervisors, and agency leadership. In this role, you will shape HR processes, support critical staffing needs, and help drive the success of a mission-driven state agency.

AN IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL POSSESS THE FOLLOWING COMPETENCIES

Communicating Effectively:

Communicates clearly, listens actively, and explains complex ideas well.

Making Accurate Judgments:

Makes timely, well-reasoned decisions using available info, context, and trade-offs. Managing the

Employee Lifecycle:

Follows key processes for hiring, onboarding, development, and offboarding using competencies and structured tools. Acting with

Ethics and Integrity:

Acts with integrity, respects confidentiality, and treats people fairly. Adapting to

Change:

Adjusts quickly and stays effective during change. Minimum Qualifications Six years of human resources experience; OR Six years of full-time experience in any field plus three years of human resources experience; OR A bachelor's degree plus three years of human resources experience; OR An advanced degree in human resources, business administration, public administration, industrial and organizational psychology, organizational behavior, or a Juris Doctorate plus two years of human resources experience.

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 Society for Human Resource Management Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP), Professional in Human Resources (PHR), or a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) 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:

Supervise Human Resources Specialists, Analysts, and administrative staff, ensuring efficient and compliant HR operations at Jetson Center for Youth - East Baton Rouge. Oversee employee administration, payroll, benefits, retirement, and staffing functions, including the preparation and entry of personnel actions such as promotions, reallocations, appointments, and other transactions. Support recruitment and hiring by coordinating job postings, applicant screening, interviews, onboarding, medical exams, and drug screenings, while ensuring accurate and timely communication with candidates and hiring managers. Manage timekeeping and attendance processes, ensuring proper documentation, compliance with agency policy, and accurate application of FLSA and Civil Service rules. Ensure employees receive accurate information regarding health insurance, retirement options, and related benefits, and serve as a liaison with OGB, LASERS, TRSL, and other providers. Oversee the administration of the Diana Screening process, personnel file creation and maintenance, and the secure storage and organization of HR records. Review LaGov HCM reports to audit entries and ensure accuracy and compliance across HR functions. Supervise staff responsible for administering FMLA, Workers' Compensation, and Return-to-Work programs, ensuring adherence to federal regulations and agency policy. Provide guidance on classification and compensation matters, including position allocation recommendations and interpretation of Civil Service pay rules. Perform related duties as assigned to support HR operations and departmental goals.

Position-Specific Details:

Work Location:

 This vacancy is located Jetson Center for Youth in Baker, LA.

Appointment Type:

Full time, Probational

Compensation:

 The Human Resource Supervisor (AS-619) title has a Special Entrance Rate of $2,383.20 biweekly. 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)

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 above 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. For further information about this vacancy, contact: Garilyn London OJJ/ Human Resources Garilyn.

London@la.gov 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. For more information on employment-related resources available for those with disabilities, refer to the Louisiana Employment Resource Guide. If you are contacted for an interview, please let us know at that time if you will need special accommodations.

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. Employer State of Louisiana Address 1201 N 3rd St Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70802