Human Resources Specialist

About this Job To safeguard the life and health of the citizens of Louisiana by assuring persons practicing as Registered Nurses and Advanced Practice Registered Nurses are competent and safe. Overview This position performs diverse and specialized tasks in the maintenance of comprehensive human resources functions, which include but are not limited to: Recruitment, Screening & Orientation; Performance Appraisal; Benefits Coordination; Classification and Pay; Time and Attendance; and Personnel Records Management for the Louisiana State Board of Nursing (LSBN). The incumbent must meet a wide variety of regulatory and agency deadlines and remain abreast of changes in laws and regulations governing employment. The incumbent must exercise considerable independent judgment and maintain adherence to the principles of confidentiality. Key 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. Demonstrating Accountability: the ability to take ownership of actions, behaviors, performance, decisions, and outcomes. Adapting to Change: the ability to demonstrate flexibility in thoughts, behaviors, and actions in response to evolving circumstances or unexpected change. Displaying Professionalism: the ability to uphold workplace standards through consistent conduct, responsible communication, and consideration for others. What Makes the Opportunity Exciting or Unique This opportunity places you at the heart of shaping the employee experience for the Louisiana State Board of Nursing. In this role you will serve as a trusted partner to leadership while also being hands‑on in key HR functions such as staffing, classification, compensation, employee relations, benefits administration, and employee safety. The role offers a unique blend of strategic influence and operational impact, allowing you to design and implement initiatives that directly affect staff engagement, compliance, and agency performance. You will act as a subject‑matter expert in specialized HR areas, lead programs such as onboarding, professional development, safety, and benefits, and supervise and mentor HR team members. The position is highly visible, collaborative, and integral to driving process improvements and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. Minimum Qualifications Six years of human resources experience. Six years of full-time experience in any field plus three years of human resources experience. A bachelor’s degree plus three years of human resources experience. 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 toward 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. Designation as a SHRM-CP, SHRM‑SCP, PHR, or SPHR will substitute for a maximum of one year of required experience. Job Duties Works with the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) in interpreting State Civil Service (SCS) rules, Federal and State laws, and agency policies and procedures in assigned areas; serves as a subject matter expert in one or more HR areas such as employee relations, staffing, classification, and compensation. Obtains and maintains up‑to‑date technical and procedural knowledge of all applicable SCS Rules, handbooks, job aids and resources, forms, memorandums, and circulars that reside inside SCS chapters, as well as independently outside each chapter, for assigned areas. Ensures each HR policy and the business decision complies with state and federal rules and audit criteria; coordinates recruiting, selection, and placement activities; analyzes and reviews personnel and payroll action forms in accordance with SCS rules and LSBN policies; resolves problem personnel actions with Civil Service. Analyzes and ensures hiring processes comply with state and federal laws and regulations. Ensures departmental personnel files, records, and reports are maintained in compliance with legal requirements and departmental policies. Works with the CAO to complete and submit annual reports to Civil Service such as OPA, affirmative action, EEO; reviews and monitors unemployment and worker compensation processes and reports. Manages the Workman’s Compensation Program; participates in investigating accidents and injuries and reviews documentation to make educated decisions on claims. Serves as the Benefits Coordinator; manages vendor selection and approval process; liaises with insurance carriers; coordinates annual open enrollment and benefits fair. Provides confidential administrative and technical assistance to the Chief Administrative Officer; works collaboratively with HR staff, agency leaders, and employees to ensure the goals of the HR department are met. Coordinates special projects, HR initiatives, or other research; represents department with the Board, related agencies, and the public; participates in developing department goals, objectives, and systems. Selects, recommends for appointment in accordance with federal and state statutes; orients, instructs, and trains employees; monitors and documents performance. Position‑Specific Details Appointment Type: Probational. Career Progression: This position does not participate in a Career Progression Group. Compensation: Salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience. Equal Employment Opportunity Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr