HUMAN RESOURCES SUPERVISOR

Office of Juvenile Justice Swanson Center for Youth-Monroe 4701 South Grand St., Monroe, LA 71202 https://ojj.la.gov/location/swanson-center-for-youth-monroe 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. 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. The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here .

Job Duties:

Supervise HR staff responsible for employee administration, payroll, benefits, retirement, and staffing functions. Oversee the preparation and timely processing of personnel actions, including promotions, demotions, reallocations, appointments, and other transactions. Support recruitment and hiring by coordinating candidate selection, interviews, medical exams, drug screenings, and onboarding. Assist employees with application procedures and ensure job postings are accurate, timely, and compliant with agency requirements. Oversee timekeeping functions to ensure accurate entry of attendance, leave, overtime, and schedule exceptions. Ensure compliance with agency policy, the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), and State Civil Service (SCS) rules. Ensure employees receive accurate information regarding health insurance, retirement plans, and related benefits. Serve as a liaison with OGB, LASERS, TRSL, and other benefit providers to ensure proper enrollment, documentation, and coverage. Manage administrative processes including Diana Screening, personnel file creation and maintenance, and the preparation and submission of Personnel Action Requests (PARs). Maintain secure, organized personnel records in accordance with agency standards. Review LaGov HCM reports to audit entries, ensure data accuracy, and support 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 eligibility, documentation, and proper procedures. Provide support on classification and compensation matters by reviewing position allocations, interpreting pay policies, and ensuring compliance with State Civil Service rules. Perform related duties as assigned to support HR operations and ensure efficient, compliant, and high-quality service delivery.

Position-Specific Details:

Work Location:

This vacancy is located Swanson Center for Youth in Monroe, 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.