Administrative Coordinator 3/4- District 3 (Baton Rouge or New Orleans)

This job is located in Baton Rouge or New Orleans, LA The LPSC’s mission is to impartially, equitably, and efficiently regulate the rates and service of public utilities and common carriers operating in the State so as to ensure: safe, reliable, and reasonably priced services for consumers and provide the opportunity for a fair rate of return for the regulated utilities and common carriers; and to carry out legislative mandates. The incumbent independently performs administrative and public utility regulatory duties for Louisiana Public Service Commission, District 3, Baton Rouge office. The incumbent is required to have knowledge of all facets and functions of the Louisiana Public Service Commission. Performs work autonomously with minimal supervision from the District 3 Commissioner or Executive Assistant, exercising a high degree of independent judgment and initiative to determine appropriate action to take in non-routine matters. Maintains confidentiality in sensitive matters. THE IDEAL CANDIDATE SHOULD POSSESS THE FOLLOWING COMPETENCIES: Accepting Direction: The ability to be open and willing to follow guidance or instructions. Managing Resources: The ability to manage financial, physical, and contractual resources to ensure compliance and maximize business value. Thinking Critically: The ability to objectively question, analyze, interpret, and evaluate information to form a conclusion.

Two years of experience in administrative services.

EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION: 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 here.Job Duties:

• Compiles, prepares and submits monthly, quarterly and annual reports to the LPSC Budget Office for inclusion in reports to the Office of Planning and Budget, Legislative Auditor, etc.
• Establishes and maintains good working relationships with officials of utility companies, related to federal and state agencies, and the general public.
• Organize, prepare and handout materials at monthly, quarterly and annual meetings with utility executives and staff for the purpose of keeping with changes in policies, procedures, etc.
• Receives correspondence, telephone calls and e-mails related to confidential and sensitive matters and determines the appropriate action to be taken.
• Acts as liaison between utility companies and consumers.
• Maintains a Daily Vehicle Log of travel in assigned state vehicle.

Position-Specific Details: Appointment Type: Probational and Promotional Career Progression: This position participates in a Career Progression Group (CPG). This position provides the opportunity to advance within the job series. Work Schedule: Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday-Friday. As part of a Career Progression Group, vacancies may be filled from this recruitment as an Administrative Coordinator 3 or 4 depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant(s). Please refer to the ‘Job Specifications’ tab located at the top of the LA Careers ‘Current Job Opportunities page of the Civil Service website for specific information on salary ranges, minimum qualifications, and job concepts for each level.

How To Apply: 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. Contact Information: For further information about this vacancy, contact: Sara Simpson Louisiana Public Service Commission [email protected] Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.