Licensing Analyst Director

Salary : $4,387.00 - $8,608.00 Monthly
Location : Baton Rouge, LA
Job Type: Promotion
Job Number: 422-221479-GF
Department: DPS-Office of State Fire Marshal
Opening Date: 05/26/2026
Closing Date: 5/31/2026 11:59 PM Central


About this Job
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 location is EBR - SFM HQ.

This position serves as the Director of the Licensing Division and operates under a Senior/Executive Liaison Officer, exercising a high degree of independence, and is responsible for directing the complex functions and processes of the licensing division, including the registration, permitting, and/or licensure for more than 6,675 firms and/or individuals across more than 47 license/endorsement types annually. Additionally, the conveyance element of the Life Safety licensure and the Amusement Attractions and Rides programs register are responsible for registering in excess of 10,000 devices (i.e., elevators, escalators, wheelchair lifts, and amusement rides) and assuring annual inspections are documented. This position oversees multiple occupational licensing programs.

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
Job Duties:

• Plans, directs, and coordinates all licensing administrative functions of the licensing division.
• Directs staff in all phases of registration, licensing, and permitting, which includes new application and renewal processes; modifications to existing licenses (changes in classifications, qualifying parties, and the addition of classifications and qualifying parties, etc.).
• Provides direction and interpretation of all statutes, laws, and regulations that apply to OSFM personnel, firms, employees, contractors, permit offices, building officials, media, certified public accountants, public citizens, attorneys, senators, and representatives to ensure proper licensure.
• Acts as liaison between OSFM investigators, contractors, attorney, and the Louisiana Division of Administrative Law (LDAL), etc., regarding licensing violation matters and hearings.
• Directs training/seminars/workshops for the public covering licensure requirements.
• Directs the records retention program for the OSFM licensing division, scanning, care, and preservation of documents in accordance with the Agency's Records Retention Policy, and as approved by the Secretary of State.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: Promotional. This position is only open to classified permanent State Fire Marshal Employees.

Career Progression: This position does not participate in a Career Progression Group.

Work Schedule: Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday.

Compensation: The minimum salary will be offered.
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" 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:
Department of Public Safety
ATTN: Human Resources/Genae' Flowers
P.O. BOX 66614
Baton Rouge, LA. 70896
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As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:
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• New Year's Day
• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,
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• Memorial Day,
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• Veteran's Day,
• Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.

***** Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor

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Are you currently a permanent classified employee of the DPS-Office of State Fire Marshal?

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• No

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To ensure compliance with DPS-PSS Policy 01-02.01 Nepotism, no individual may be hired, promoted, demoted or transferred within DPS, if the individual is related to another employee who is, or would be, within their line of supervision. Relative is defined as: child, step-child, sibling, spouse, parent, step-parent, aunt, uncle, niece, nephew, grandchild, grandparent, and any "in law" relationship.Are you related to anyone employed with the Department of Public Safety, Public Safety Services?

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DA: Demonstrating Accountability - How well do you take responsibility for your actions, results, and performance?

• I avoid responsibility, deliver poor work, and resist feedback.
• I take ownership when prompted and meet basic expectations.
• I own results, meet standards, and respond to feedback professionally.
• I drive high performance, prevent issues, and model accountability.

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DR: Driving Results - How well do you set goals, stay focused, and follow through-especially when faced with challenges or competing demands?

• I struggle to set direction, miss deadlines, avoid challenges, or resist feedback.
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