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About this Job The Louisiana State Board of Cosmetology regulates and monitors the field of cosmetology in the state as necessary to assure the public health and welfare of its citizens. The agency assures that individuals receiving licenses meet the educational requirements established by law and that licensed professionals maintain the highest standard while providing services to the public. To maintain an active Board while fulfilling all legal requirements set by Louisiana law, over 12 meeting days each calendar year.

To conduct all agency business professionally and efficiently in the issuance of licenses, student testing, and necessary inspections as established by state law. To collect all revenue from license fees or fines as established under state law, keeping accurate records thereof, and standing for audits and legislative compliance each fiscal year. To maintain license issuance and renewal daily.

To provide for students testing at the Board office on a regular scheduled basis, with at least (8) testing days per month. To provide for salon and school inspections at least twice annually for each such license issued. To maintain an adequate staff of well-trained employees under civil service rules and regulations to deliver courteous service to the public.OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE A cosmetology inspector is a professional responsible for ensuring that salons, spas, and other establishments providing beauty and grooming services comply with state and federal regulations

These regulations are primarily focused on public health and safety, requiring expertise in regulatory affairs, technical knowledge, attention to detail, observational skills, effective communication, interpersonal skills, professionalism, impartiality, and time management. An ideal candidate should possess the following competencies: Accepting Direction: The ability to accept and follow directions from those higher in the chain of command. Acting Decisively: The ability to make decisions quickly and effectively.

Acting with Ethics and Integrity: The ability to be consistent, honest, and a trustworthy steward of State resources. Communicating Effectively: The ability to relay information correctly and appropriately to connect people and ideas Displaying Professionalism: The ability to recognize how your actions impact the perceptions of both you and your organization. Following Policies & Procedures: The ability to comply with policies and procedures of the organization as well as State Civil Service rules, and all applicable federal and state laws Making Accurate Judgments' ability to form an opinion objectively and decisively based on relevant information and in accordance with established standards.

Managing Conflict: The ability to recognize and navigate disagreements in a rational, unbiased, and productive way. Managing Time: The ability to control your time to increase effectiveness, efficiency, or productivity. Solving Problems: The ability to discover solutions to problems.

Minimum Qualifications Possession of a current Louisiana license to practice cosmetology plus two years of experience as a licensed cosmetologist, cosmetology teacher, or cosmetology inspector. 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: Generally, this is an educational and instructional work of an independent and professional nature in the promotion and implementation of the programmatic activities of the agency as it relates to the enforcement of the rules and regulations as governed by the Louisiana Cosmetology Act and the Louisiana Administrative Code- Title 46-Part XXXL As an inspector of the board, you are required to travel within an assigned area of the state to inform, educate, consult, advise, counsel, and supervise the ongoing activities of the industry.

The industry dictates and requires minimum requirements and guidelines to participate as a legitimate licensed entity, to provide: 1. Accredited Cosmetology Schools; 2. Cosmetology Salons; 3.

Esthetic Salons; 4. Manicuring Salons; 5. Special permits for Alternative Hair Design.

Inspects premises for sanitation, housekeeping, and general construction and upkeep of premises Prepares written reports, summary sheets, and records on all inspections. Recommends corrective action to noted deficiencies and violations. Appears before the board to represent and testify for cited violations.

Reviews plans and specifications for all construction and equipment to open and operate schools of instruction and salons that are regulated by the board Position-Specific Details: Appointment Type: Probational Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience. Work Schedule: Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday. Must reside in either Livingston, St.

Helena, St. Tammany, Tangipahoa, or Washington Parish 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" 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 the position must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted without completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete

For further information about this vacancy, contact: Tisha Butler LA State Board of Cosmetology tisha.butler@la.gov 225-756-3404.