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Licensing Analyst Director
The Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC) is seeking a skilled and strategic leader to serve as the Licensing Analyst Director - Licensing Division. This position is responsible for directing all operations related to the licensing and renewal of over 25,000 residential and commercial contractors and managing more than 300,000 qualifying parties and contractor records. This role also oversees the agency's Records Retention Program and Public Records/Information Program, ensuring transparency, compliance, and efficient public service. The Director operates with a high degree of independence and plays a pivotal role in shaping policy, improving systems, and guiding statewide licensing practices. Key Competencies: Strategic Leadership: Proven ability to lead large-scale regulatory or licensing operations with autonomy and vision. Regulatory & Legal Expertise: Deep understanding of licensing laws, administrative procedures, and compliance standards; able to interpret and apply statutes and legal documents. Operational Management: Skilled in managing high-volume workflows, application review processes, and policy enforcement across complex programs. Financial & Legal Analysis: Experience reviewing financial statements, bonds, and legal documentation to determine eligibility and compliance. Technology & Data Systems Proficiency: Ability to oversee the operation and improvement of licensing databases or systems; familiarity with digital workflows and reporting tools. Effective Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills; comfortable serving as a spokesperson, delivering reports, and interacting with legislators, attorneys, and the public. Team Leadership & Development: Experience supervising, mentoring, and evaluating staff while fostering a culture of accountability and performance. Analytical Thinking & Sound Judgment: Capable of making well-informed, timely decisions in a regulatory environment, often involving complex or sensitive matters. Why This Role is Unique and Exciting: This position offers the opportunity to play a critical role in regulating the direct impact on public safety and upholding professional standards in Louisiana's construction industry. The incumbent will have the ability to lead enhancements to a robust licensing platform and implement digital transformation strategies, influence policies by helping to shape agency-wide policies and licensing standards affecting thousands of businesses and professionals, and collaborate across departments (Legal, IT, Enforcement, Accounting) and engage with stakeholders statewide. Minimum Qualifications: Seven years of experience in the issuance, maintenance, or reinstatement of licenses; OR Six years of full-time work experience in any field plus four years of experience in the issuance, maintenance, or reinstatement of licenses; OR A bachelor's degree plus four years of experience in the issuance, maintenance, or reinstatement of licenses; OR An advanced degree plus three years of experience in the issuance, maintenance, or reinstatement of licenses. 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. 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: Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage all functions of the Licensing Division, including contractor license application, renewal, and compliance processes. Oversee legal and financial eligibility determinations for licensure, including review of corporate documents, financial statements, and insurance coverage. Provide policy guidance, legal interpretation, and licensing expertise to board members, legislators, attorneys, contractors, and the public. Direct the agency's records retention and public records programs. Manage and optimize LSLBC's Licensing and Reporting System, including vendor coordination and data integrity. Supervise and develop division staff, establish performance standards, and ensure regulatory compliance. Serve as agency liaison at public meetings, legislative hearings, media briefings, and industry events. Position-Specific Details: Appointment Type: Promotional-Only, current, permanent, Classified of the LA Contractor's Board of Licensing 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: 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 this job title 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 on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. Contact Information: For further information about this vacancy, contact: Nikki Lopez-Crawford LA State Licensing Board for Contractors 225-346-6359 nlopez@ State employees earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program: Insurance Coverage, Parental Leave Up to six weeks paid parental leave, 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. 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 (), Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (), and Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (), among others.
The Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC) is seeking a skilled and strategic leader to serve as the Licensing Analyst Director - Licensing Division. This position is responsible for directing all operations related to the licensing and renewal of over 25,000 residential and commercial contractors and managing more than 300,000 qualifying parties and contractor records. This role also oversees the agency's Records Retention Program and Public Records/Information Program, ensuring transparency, compliance, and efficient public service. The Director operates with a high degree of independence and plays a pivotal role in shaping policy, improving systems, and guiding statewide licensing practices. Key Competencies: Strategic Leadership: Proven ability to lead large-scale regulatory or licensing operations with autonomy and vision. Regulatory & Legal Expertise: Deep understanding of licensing laws, administrative procedures, and compliance standards; able to interpret and apply statutes and legal documents. Operational Management: Skilled in managing high-volume workflows, application review processes, and policy enforcement across complex programs. Financial & Legal Analysis: Experience reviewing financial statements, bonds, and legal documentation to determine eligibility and compliance. Technology & Data Systems Proficiency: Ability to oversee the operation and improvement of licensing databases or systems; familiarity with digital workflows and reporting tools. Effective Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills; comfortable serving as a spokesperson, delivering reports, and interacting with legislators, attorneys, and the public. Team Leadership & Development: Experience supervising, mentoring, and evaluating staff while fostering a culture of accountability and performance. Analytical Thinking & Sound Judgment: Capable of making well-informed, timely decisions in a regulatory environment, often involving complex or sensitive matters. Why This Role is Unique and Exciting: This position offers the opportunity to play a critical role in regulating the direct impact on public safety and upholding professional standards in Louisiana's construction industry. The incumbent will have the ability to lead enhancements to a robust licensing platform and implement digital transformation strategies, influence policies by helping to shape agency-wide policies and licensing standards affecting thousands of businesses and professionals, and collaborate across departments (Legal, IT, Enforcement, Accounting) and engage with stakeholders statewide. Minimum Qualifications: Seven years of experience in the issuance, maintenance, or reinstatement of licenses; OR Six years of full-time work experience in any field plus four years of experience in the issuance, maintenance, or reinstatement of licenses; OR A bachelor's degree plus four years of experience in the issuance, maintenance, or reinstatement of licenses; OR An advanced degree plus three years of experience in the issuance, maintenance, or reinstatement of licenses. 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. 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: Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage all functions of the Licensing Division, including contractor license application, renewal, and compliance processes. Oversee legal and financial eligibility determinations for licensure, including review of corporate documents, financial statements, and insurance coverage. Provide policy guidance, legal interpretation, and licensing expertise to board members, legislators, attorneys, contractors, and the public. Direct the agency's records retention and public records programs. Manage and optimize LSLBC's Licensing and Reporting System, including vendor coordination and data integrity. Supervise and develop division staff, establish performance standards, and ensure regulatory compliance. Serve as agency liaison at public meetings, legislative hearings, media briefings, and industry events. Position-Specific Details: Appointment Type: Promotional-Only, current, permanent, Classified of the LA Contractor's Board of Licensing 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: 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 this job title 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 on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. Contact Information: For further information about this vacancy, contact: Nikki Lopez-Crawford LA State Licensing Board for Contractors 225-346-6359 nlopez@ State employees earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program: Insurance Coverage, Parental Leave Up to six weeks paid parental leave, 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. 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 (), Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (), and Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (), among others.