Human Resources Analyst A-C, Specialist (Payroll & Retirement)

Salary : $3,127.00 - $6,136.00 Monthly
Location : Baton Rouge, LA
Job Type: Classified
Job Number: OMF-View phone number on click.appcast.io-TW
Department: DAF-Agriculture and Forestry
Opening Date: 05/28/2026
Closing Date: 6/3/2026 11:59 PM Central


About this Job
Job# OMF-View phone number on click.appcast.io-TW
This position is located within the Office of Management and Finance, Human Resources Department.
Ready to make a meaningful impact on Louisiana's workforce and organizational culture? Join the Louisiana Department of Agriculture & Forestry as a Human Resources Professional! Support the agency's mission by driving effective talent management, enhancing employee engagement, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations, and strengthening organizational development initiatives.

Join our team as a Human Resources Analyst , where you will serve as a key technical specialist supporting a comprehensive HR program within a dynamic and highly visible state department. In this role, you will help drive the efficient delivery of HR services, ensuring compliance with Louisiana Department of Civil Service rules, as well as applicable state and federal regulations, and the policies and procedures of the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to impactful HR operations while gaining valuable experience in a complex and fast-paced public sector environment.

Why Join Us?• Contribute to a mission-driven organization that serves communities across Louisiana
• Enjoy competitive pay and excellent benefits
• Shape workplace culture and improve employee experiences
• Be part of a collaborative, supportive HR team
Core Competencies: Accepting Direction - The ability to be open and willing to follow guidance or instructions.
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.
Following Policies and Procedures - The ability to follow, reinforce, adapt, or develop policies and procedures to maintain compliance with federal and state legal requirements, State Civil Service rules, and organizational policies.

Preferred Competencies: Acting Decisively - The ability to make timely, confident decisions using sound reason.
Adapting to Change - The ability to demonstrate flexibility in thoughts, behaviors, and actions in response to evolving circumstances or unexpected change.
Working with Financial Information - The ability to interpret financial data, manage financial approvals, and ensure compliance to support informed decisions and promote transparency.
LDAF cares about the well-being of its employees! We offer a fully employer-funded Employee Assistance Program (EAP), providing valuable support and resources to help you and your household members thrive at work and at home. The EAP is also free for all members of your household.

Minimum Qualifications
Three years of human resources experience; OR

Six years of full-time 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.

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
Job Duties:
As a Human Resources Analyst, you will play a key role in supporting HR operations by analyzing workforce data, ensuring compliance with policies and regulations, and assisting in the development of effective personnel strategies. In this role, you will:

• Incumbent must possess a detailed knowledge of policies, procedures, rules and regulations pertaining to Payroll and Retirement including entry into LaGov HCM, LASERS and Teachers Retirement System.
• Counsels employees during the pre-retirement process to ensure they have the proper documents, certificates, etc., that are necessary for completing retirement applications.
• Processes LASERS forms and submits retirement/DROP forms to retirement system prior to the effective date.
• Enters all retroactive time entry corrections into LaGov HCM.
• Processes LASERS forms and submits retirement/DROP forms to retirement system prior to the effective date.
• Assists the Human Resources Supervisor in reviewing time entries for correctness and assists with necessary adjustments.
• Performs random payroll audits of time administrator's payroll entries within assigned areas.
• Responsible for reviewing payroll reports, required documentation, prior period adjustments, and other factors which might warrant additional time administrator training.
• Provide feedback to time administrator and supervisor for process improvement.
• The incumbent serves as back up for Employee Administration, staffing and benefits human resources activities for approximately 300 to 400 employees.
• Provides support to the emergency support section during events; attends necessary training and maintains the required documentation of activities.

Functional Requirements :

• Light to moderate lifting, 20 pounds
• Prolonged sitting at workstation
• Occasional bending or kneeling

Environmental Factors:

• Working indoors
• Exposed to dust

Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type:

• Full-time- this position may be filled by probation or by promotion of a classified employee of the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry serving with permanent status.
• Applicants who are not permanent employees of the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry will be required to serve a probationary period up to 24 months.

Career Progression : This position may be filled as a Human Resources Analyst A, B, C, or Specialist, depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant(s).
Compensation : The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.
Other Benefits: This position is eligible to receive a Special Entrance Rate.


The Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry strictly prohibits workplace harassment and discrimination on the on the basis of race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, religion, national origin, military service, sickle cell trait, protected genetic information or other non-merit factor. LDAF also strictly prohibits employment decisions based upon or influenced by such factors.
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.

For further information about this vacancy, contact:
Tiffany Waddell, HR Analyst
Louisiana Department of Agriculture & Forestry
5825 Florida Blvd., Suite 1001
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.


As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:
Insurance Coverage More information can be found at


Parental Leave - Up to six weeks paid parental leave
More information can be found at


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. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.

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 (). LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system
• Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (),
• Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (), among others

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To ensure compliance with the LDAF Nepotism Policy, do you have any immediate family members or relatives who are currently employed with the LDAF? Immediate family member is defined as children (blood, step, adopted), spouse, brother, sister, father, mother, sister-in-law, brother-in-law, daughter-in-law, son-in-law, mother-in-law and father-in-law. Relative includes immediate family members previously defined and also includes grandfather, grandmother, grandson, granddaughter, uncle, aunt niece and nephew.

• Yes
• No

02


If you answered "yes" to the above question, please list the name of your immediate family member and/or relatives currently employed by the LDAF. If you answered "no" to the above question, enter N/A.
03


Are you currently a classified employee of Louisiana Department of Agriculture & Forestry serving with permanent status?

• Yes
• No

04


Are you an employee of LA Department of Agriculture and Forestry? (indicate hire date)
05


Do you have a valid Louisiana driver's license?

• Yes
• No

06


The incumbent of this position may drive a state-owned vehicle during working hours. Office of Risk Management prohibits drivers with three or more moving violations in a one-year period from operating a state-owned vehicle. Based on this information; will you be able to operate a state-owned vehicle? (use when driving is a requirement of the position).

• Yes
• No

07


AD: Acting Decisively - How well do you make timely, confident decisions using sound reasoning?

• I avoid making decisions, rely on others, and struggle to stay confident under pressure.
• I make decisions with help, second-guess myself, and tend to stick with familiar methods.
• I make timely decisions, take responsibility for the outcome, and explain my reasoning clearly.
• I make bold decisions, adapt quickly, and help lead others through uncertainty.

08


AD: Acting Decisively - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience. Tip: Use the STAR method (situation, task, action, result) to explain how you have demonstrated this competency. Examples from work, military service, volunteering, education, or other life experiences are all valid.
09


AC: Adapting to Change - How well do you stay flexible and adjust your behavior or work when things change?

• I resist change, struggle to adjust, and my performance suffers.
• I accept change with help and adjust slowly.
• I adjust quickly and stay effective during change.
• I lead through change and help others stay grounded and flexible.

10


AC: Adapting to Change - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience. Tip: Use the STAR method (situation, task, action, result) to explain how you have demonstrated this competency. Examples from work, military service, volunteering, education, or other life experiences are all valid.
11


FPP: Following Policies and Procedures - How well do you apply rules, policies, and procedures in your work?

• I struggle to follow rules or apply policies correctly, which can lead to confusion or mistakes.
• I follow rules with support and help correct issues, but I sometimes apply policies inconsistently.
• I apply and explain policies accurately, adapt to routine situations, and help improve procedures.
• I guide others in applying policies, prevent compliance issues, and improve procedures based on experience.

12


FPP: Following Policies and Procedures - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience. Tip: Use the STAR method (situation, task, action, result) to explain how you have demonstrated this competency. Examples from work, military service, volunteering, education, or other life experiences are all valid.
13


WFI: Working with Financial Information - How do you use financial information to support your work and ensure accuracy and compliance?

• I struggle to understand or apply financial data, rules, or processes, which may cause delays or errors.
• I can interpret basic financial data, but I may need help to ensure accuracy, compliance, or informed decisions.
• I accurately interpret financial data, apply policies, ensure compliance, and prepare transparent reports.
• I anticipate risks, interpret complex financial data, and align financial decisions with compliance and strategic priorities.

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WFI: Working with Financial Information - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience. Tip: Use the STAR method (situation, task, action, result) to explain how you have demonstrated this competency. Examples from work, military service, volunteering, education, or other life experiences are all valid.
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