State of Louisiana
Office of Juvenile Justice – Acadiana Center for Youth‑Bunkie
1536 Bordelon RD., Bunkie, Louisiana 71322
The Louisiana Office of Juvenile Justice (OJJ) is committed to protecting the public by providing safe and effective individualized services to youth, helping them become productive, law‑abiding citizens. We are seeking a dependable, detail‑oriented Administrative Coordinator 2 to support daily office operations and assist with essential administrative tasks. The role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, is organized, and enjoys working as part of a team committed to youth rehabilitation and public safety.
Core Competencies
Accepting Direction:
Ability to accept and follow directions from higher levels in the chain of command.
Demonstrating Accountability:
Ability to accept ownership for actions, behaviors, performance, and decisions.
Managing Resources:
Ability to ensure resources such as time, money, and people are utilized appropriately to produce maximum business value.
Experience & Qualifications One year of experience in administrative services.
Experience Substitution:
Every 15 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university can substitute for six months of the required experience.
Job Duties
Perform clerical duties including filing, data entry, and document preparation.
Answer phones, route calls, and respond to routine inquiries.
Maintain records, logs, and reports in accordance with agency procedures.
Assist with scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, and coordinating calendars.
Support purchasing, inventory tracking, and supply management.
Handle incoming and outgoing mail and correspondence.
Provide general support to supervisors and program staff.
Position‑Specific Details Work Location:
This vacancy is located at the Acadiana Center for Youth in Bunkie, Louisiana.
Appointment Type:
Part time.
Eligibility:
The incumbent must not have been convicted or pled nolo contendere to a crime listed in R.S. 15:587.1(c).
The Office of Juvenile Justice is a State Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. For more information on employment resources available for those with disabilities, refer to the Louisiana Employment Resource Guide.
How to Apply No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply, click the “Apply” link above and complete the electronic application, which can also be used for future opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine their progress in the recruitment process.
*
Information supporting 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.
The Office of Juvenile Justice will receive a list of eligible applicants ONLY from the people who respond to this posting.
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.
If you are contacted for an interview, 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.
We participate in the E‑Verify system for verification of citizenship and employment authorization.
Contact Garilyn London OJJ / Human Resources Garilyn.London@la.gov
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The Louisiana Office of Juvenile Justice (OJJ) is committed to protecting the public by providing safe and effective individualized services to youth, helping them become productive, law‑abiding citizens. We are seeking a dependable, detail‑oriented Administrative Coordinator 2 to support daily office operations and assist with essential administrative tasks. The role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, is organized, and enjoys working as part of a team committed to youth rehabilitation and public safety.
Core Competencies
Accepting Direction:
Ability to accept and follow directions from higher levels in the chain of command.
Demonstrating Accountability:
Ability to accept ownership for actions, behaviors, performance, and decisions.
Managing Resources:
Ability to ensure resources such as time, money, and people are utilized appropriately to produce maximum business value.
Experience & Qualifications One year of experience in administrative services.
Experience Substitution:
Every 15 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university can substitute for six months of the required experience.
Job Duties
Perform clerical duties including filing, data entry, and document preparation.
Answer phones, route calls, and respond to routine inquiries.
Maintain records, logs, and reports in accordance with agency procedures.
Assist with scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, and coordinating calendars.
Support purchasing, inventory tracking, and supply management.
Handle incoming and outgoing mail and correspondence.
Provide general support to supervisors and program staff.
Position‑Specific Details Work Location:
This vacancy is located at the Acadiana Center for Youth in Bunkie, Louisiana.
Appointment Type:
Part time.
Eligibility:
The incumbent must not have been convicted or pled nolo contendere to a crime listed in R.S. 15:587.1(c).
The Office of Juvenile Justice is a State Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. For more information on employment resources available for those with disabilities, refer to the Louisiana Employment Resource Guide.
How to Apply No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply, click the “Apply” link above and complete the electronic application, which can also be used for future opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine their progress in the recruitment process.
*
Information supporting 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.
The Office of Juvenile Justice will receive a list of eligible applicants ONLY from the people who respond to this posting.
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.
If you are contacted for an interview, 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.
We participate in the E‑Verify system for verification of citizenship and employment authorization.
Contact Garilyn London OJJ / Human Resources Garilyn.London@la.gov
#J-18808-Ljbffr