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EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT OFFICER

Business Analytics and Executive Operations

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is seeking a highly analytical, organized, and results-oriented professional to serve as an Executive Management Officer within the Office of Management and Finance.

This position serves as a trusted advisor and confidential assistant to the Undersecretary while providing data analysis, operational research, business process evaluation, and executive-level support.

The selected candidate will independently manage multiple complex and sensitive assignments, analyze information from various sources, and develop clear, actionable recommendations that support executive decision-making and improve departmental operations.

In addition to supporting executive leadership, this position oversees the DOTD Office Supply Storehouse, assists with the Department’s data governance framework, coordinates executive-level administrative activities, and maintains critical departmental records.

This opportunity is ideal for a professional who is skilled in analyzing data, improving processes, communicating complex information, managing competing priorities, and handling confidential matters with professionalism and discretion.

Applicants with experience in Excel, PowerPoint, Power Bl or similar software, data modeling, or Tableau are encouraged to apply.

Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency:

https://dotd.la.gov/about/office-of-management-and-finance/human-resources/career-center/

Minimum Qualifications

Six years of experience in administrative services; OR

Six years of full-time experience in any field plus three years of experience in administrative services; OR

A bachelor’s degree plus three years of experience in administrative services; OR

An advanced degree or a Juris Doctorate plus two years of experience in administrative services.

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

Job Duties and Other Information

Collects, analyzes, and interprets business, operational, and statistical data to support executive decision-making.
Conducts research and evaluates policies, procedures, business processes, industry trends, and regulatory requirements to identify opportunities for improvement.
Prepares executive summaries, reports, presentations, charts, graphs, and other analytical materials that clearly communicate findings and recommendations.
Independently coordinates multiple complex and sensitive assignments, projects, and priorities for executive leadership.
Manages DOTD’s Office Supply Storehouse, including inventory records, supply levels, purchasing activity, order status, and distribution records.
Analyzes inventory usage and purchasing data to support budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and resource allocation.
Provides confidential executive and administrative support, including correspondence, calendars, travel arrangements, payroll, and performance documentation.
Prepares meeting materials and maintains official departmental records in accordance with applicable policies and record-retention requirements.
Assists with the development and maintenance of DOTD’s data governance framework and recommends improvements to technology, processes, and work products.
Assists with emergency or disaster support activities and performs other duties as assigned.

Position-Specific Details

Appointment Type: This position may be filled as either a probationary appointment (open to all qualified applicants); a promotion (open to all statewide classified and Agency-wide permanent-status employees); or by detail to special duty.

Compensation

Additional compensation may be considered for applicants with extraordinary job-related qualifications or credentials,in accordance with State Civil Service Rule 6.5(g) and DOTD policy. Any such consideration is subject to approval and applicable pay limitations.

How To Apply

No Civil Service test score is required 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 their position 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 place of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Contact Information

Barbara C. Aguillard

Undersecretary

Office: 225-379-1232

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type.

Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available: https://www.laworks.net/workforcedev/lrs/lrs_rehabilitation.asp

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.

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