State Procurement Jobs in Baton Rouge, LA (NOW HIRING)

Salary : $2,922.00 - $5,734.00 Monthly
Location : Baton Rouge, LA
Job Type: Classified
Job Number: CRT-2026-223771-MBT
Department: Culture Rec & Tourism-State Parks
Opening Date: 07/22/2026
Closing Date: 8/5/2026 11:59 PM Central
About this Job
The Office of State Parks (OSP) serves the citizens of Louisiana and visitors by preserving and interpreting natural areas of unique or exceptional scenic value, planning, developing, and operating sites that provide outdoor recreation opportunities in natural surroundings, preserving and interpreting historical and scientific sites of statewide importance, and administering intergovernmental programs related to outdoor recreation and trails.
The Procurement Analyst position is located at the State Parks Administrative Office in Baton Rouge, LA. The purpose of this position is to provide a professional specialist level of expertise with responsibilities in the areas of procurement, vendor identification and registration, state contracts, appropriate use of the LaCarte state purchasing card, reconciliation of invoices with procurement documents, WIFI and telecommunications installations at sites statewide, etc. They are also responsible for purchasing and coordinating capital outlay repairs, and construction projects from active budgets that span over 10 fiscal years of open project funding.
AN IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL POSSESS THE FOLLOWING COMPETENCIES:

• Accepting Direction: The ability to be open and willing to follow guidance or instructions.
• Demonstrating Accountability: The ability to take ownership of actions, behaviors, performance, decisions, and outcomes
• Learning Actively: The ability to pursue learning, seek feedback, and integrate new knowledge to improve personal and professional performance.
• 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.
• Managing Budgets: The ability to plan, monitor, and adjust budgets to meet goals, ensure compliance, and promote financial transparency.
• Managing Projects: The ability to plan, implement, and close out project initiatives by coordinating people, resources, and timelines to achieve defined outcomes.
• Using Data: The ability to collect, analyze, and use data to generate insights and inform decisions.
• Working with Financial Information: The ability to interpret financial data, manage financial approvals, and ensure compliance to support informed decisions and promote transparency.

Minimum Qualifications
Three years of experience in procurement, contracts or grants management, financial management, accounting, or auditing; OR
Six years of full-time work 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 Procurement Analyst, you will play a key role in supporting purchasing operations by analyzing procurement data, ensuring compliance with policies and regulations, and assisting in the development of efficient and cost-effective sourcing strategies. In this role, you will:

• Provides advice and technical assistance to State Park (OSP) field staff within the OSP system.
• Processes purchase requests up to Delegated Purchasing Authority (DPA) of $25,000, including LaCarte card purchases, yearly service contracts, daily need orders, emergencies, 729 projects, and field equipment or repairs to equipment.
• Prepares and submits requisitions to the Office of State Procurement over DPA of $25,000 and works as liaison between OSP field staff and State Purchasing until goods or services are received and approved; reviews specifications and works with project officers within State Parks to schedule pre-bid conferences, bid openings, and any pre-construction meetings; attends bid conferences and openings and informs OSP field staff of results.
• Provides interpretation on a regular basis of procurement policy and procedure to vendors and OSP staff and administrators.
• Conducts special projects to analyze trends and costs as assigned by agency administration.
• Coordinates timelines and lead times with new and expanded construction projects to include collection and review of specifications and coordination of purchase of appropriate equipment, furnishings, etc.
• Coordinates with appropriate department regarding computer replacements, vehicle replacements, and other inventory.
• Provides assistance to vendors to reconcile and resolve problems concerning contract terms, deliveries, quality of goods, order changes, pricing, and payment for all operating and capital outlay projects.
• Conducts training of OSP field and administrative staff to ensure compliance with rules, laws, and regulations.
• Reviews procedural changes to assess impact on field sites, and develops written policies or training materials as needed.

Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: Probational, Promotion, or Detail to Special Duty
Career Progression: This position may be filled as a Procurement Analyst 1, 2, or 3.
Work Schedule: The State Parks Administrative Office is open Monday-Friday, typical office hours are 8am-4:30pm. This position will work full-time hours, 40 hour work week. Schedule includes paid time off for state holidays.
Travel: Position requires occasional travel to state parks and historic sites, statewide, as needed for meetings, training, etc. When travel is required, a state vehicle is provided for employee use while on duty.
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 in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
The Office of the Lieutenant Governor and the Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism are participants in the E-Verify system for identification and employment eligibility purposes.
Louisiana as a State, is a Model Employer for People with Disabilities.
Contact Information:
For further information about this vacancy contact:Melissa Thibodaux
Department of Culture, Recreation, & Tourism
1051 N. 3rd Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
Fax: (225) 342-7928
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:
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Parental Leave - Up to six weeks paid parental leave
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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
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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.

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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.
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MB: Managing Budgets - How do you plan, track, and adjust financial resources to meet goals or priorities?

• I struggle to plan or track budgets and may overlook key needs or misallocate funds.
• I create basic budgets but sometimes miss important details or respond late to financial issues.
• I develop accurate budgets, track spending closely, and adjust based on priorities and data.
• I anticipate financial needs, prevent problems early, and recommend strategic budget solutions.

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MB: Managing Budgets - 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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MPr: Managing Projects - How well do you plan and manage projects to meet goals, timelines, and deliverables?

• I struggle to plan or coordinate projects and often have difficulty managing teams, resources, or communication.
• I complete basic project tasks with support, but I may miss deadlines or struggle to resolve issues.
• I create project plans, manage risks, work well with teams, communicate clearly, and track progress against milestones.
• I lead large or complex projects, plan ahead for risks, guide others, and use lessons learned to improve future project outcomes.

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MPr: Managing Projects - 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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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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