A Human Resources Specialist works for a human resources department to implement the provisions of a labor contract, including employee wages and benefits and other practices that are collectively bargained; may also handle an internal grievance process established under a labor contract.
Salary $4,099.00 - $8,044.00 Monthly Location Port Allen, LA Job Type Promotion Job Number 224370 Department Atchafalaya Basin Levee District Opening Date 08/04/2026 Closing Date 8/9/2026 11:59 PM Central About this Job An ideal candidate should possess the following competencies:
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
Solving Problems:
The ability to identify root causes, analyze relevant data, and apply practical or innovative solutions to challenges.
Training Others:
The ability to design and deliver training experiences that build knowledge, develop skills, and improve performance •Promotional, -Only Applicants who are current permanent, classified employees of the Atchafalaya Basin Levee District. • 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:
Directs the entire Human Resources Program for the district, consisting of 50 employees and 13 board members Maintains personnel records for the district. Drafts disciplinary actions for review by the Executive Director by gathering information, documenting behavior, and making recommendations on actions to take in response to employee behaviors. Conducts research to ensure accuracy of allegations. Notifies employees of their rights and appeal process and educates the employees on the grievance process. Consults with legal counsel to ensure that all legal facets of the action have been addressed.
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type:
Promotional, -Only Applicants who are current permanent, classified employees of the Atchafalaya Basin Levee District.
Career Progression:
This position is not part of a Career Progression Group.
Compensation:
The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience. Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
How To Apply:
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.
Contact Information:
For further information about this vacancy, contact: Kristy Jewell Atchafalaya Basin Levee District 225-387-2249 kjewell@abldla.com Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career. As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program: Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/ Parental Leave - Up to six weeks paid parental leave More information can be found at https://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx Holidays and Leave - State employees receive the following paid holidays each year: New Year's Day Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Mardi Gras, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. •Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase. Retirement - State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to): Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org ). LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org), Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others
