Licensing Analyst 1/2

Mission Statement of the Office of State Fire Marshal: To uphold the law and provide for the protection of life and property from the hazards of fire or explosion, to ensure the safety of our citizens in the constructed environment, to provide equal access to disabled individuals and to promote the efficient use of energy in commercial buildings. This position is located in East Baton Rouge Parish.

An ideal candidate must possess the following competencies:

Selected Core Competencies: Accepting Direction: The ability to be open and willing to follow guidance or instructions. Building and Supporting Teams: The ability to combine one's actions and efforts with others to work toward achieving a common goal. Communicating Effectively: The ability to convey information, ideas, and emotions using structured communication methods that promote understanding and engagement.

Selected Preferred Competencies: Acting Decisively: The ability to make timely, confident decisions using sound reason. Acting with Ethics and Integrity: The ability to make choices that reflect ethical standards, integrity, and honesty, regardless of circumstances or personal benefit. Adapting to Change: The ability to demonstrate flexibility in thoughts, behaviors, and actions in response to evolving circumstances or unexpected change. Building Trust: The ability to create a safe and supportive environment where others feel comfortable speaking up, sharing ideas, and acknowledging mistakes. Demonstrating Emotional Intelligence: The ability to identify and understand emotions in oneself and others and use that understanding to manage one's behavior and relationships. Demonstrating Initiative: The ability to assess situations independently and take proactive steps to address them without being prompted or instructed by others. Demonstrating Persistence: The ability to assess situations independently and take proactive steps to address them without being prompted or instructed by others.Three years of experience in the issuance, maintenance, or reinstatement of licenses; OR

Six years of full-time work experience in any field; OR

A bachelor's degree.

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.The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.Job Duties:

• Interprets and explains statutes, agency rules, regulations, policies, and procedures related to licensure for officials, the public, staff, and prospective licensees.

• Receives, examines, and analyzes information submitted by or on behalf of applicants to verify the accuracy, authenticity, and completeness of documentation used to determine eligibility for registration and licensure in the areas of:• Life Safety and Property Protection

• Amusements

• Fireworks

• Pyrotechnic Operators

• Wholesalers

• Fireworks Displays

• Conveyances

• Reviews applications to ensure all required licensure and/or registration fees have been submitted. Receives and processes payments for licensure fees and notices of violation in accordance with R.S. 40:1664 et seq. and applicable rules and regulations.

• Conducts pre-licensure criminal background reviews to determine applicant eligibility for Property Protection licenses. This process may involve direct communication with applicants and consultation with legal staff regarding licensing determinations.

• Assists businesses and employees in identifying the appropriate license or endorsement needed from more than 47 occupational licenses and endorsements administered by the agency.

• Provides examination-related information and guidance to applicants seeking a Pyrotechnic Operator License, which requires successful completion of a licensing examination.

• Assigns official license numbers, including single and multiple endorsement designations, and analyzes, prepares, and issues licenses accordingly.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: Probational or Job Appointment Career Progression: This position may be filled as a Licensing Analyst 1 or 2. Work Schedule: Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday. Compensation: The minimum salary will be offered. Starting salary is $1,348.80/biweekly.

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.

How To Apply:To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link 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: Department of Public Safety ATTN: Human Resources/Ariyana Perkins P.O. BOX 66614 Baton Rouge, LA 70896 Email: [email protected]