Administrative Program Specialist-B

Administrative Program Specialist-B

Salary : $3,345.00 - $6,566.00 Monthly

Location : Breaux Bridge, LA

Job Type : Promotion

Job Number : 419-216725-KPG

Department : DPS-Office of State Police

Opening Date : 01 / 22 / 2026

Closing Date : 1 / 27 / 2026 11 : 59 PM Central

BOI / CID Asset Forfeiture Program

The Asset Forfeiture Program is a statewide program developed to administer the disposition of forfeiture petitions and manage the storage, maintenance, liquidation, and distribution of assets seized by, and forfeited to the Louisiana State Police, hereafter referred to as the Department. The Asset Forfeiture Program provides assistance to all divisions and units of the Department in the seizure of large amounts of U.S. Currency, vehicles, and other assets which have been preliminarily identified as being used in the commission of narcotics crimes, illegal gambling, or sex crimes, or which are the fruits of those aforementioned crimes. The Asset Forfeiture Program is responsible for the follow-up and processing of all Department seizure cases through the court system in cooperation with Louisiana Parish District Attorney's Offices and United States Attorney's Offices. The Asset Forfeiture Program is organized within the Department's Bureau of Investigation. The Asset Forfeiture Program is administered by the Asset Forfeiture Program Supervisor, hereafter referred to as the incumbent. The incumbent reports directly to the Commander of the LSP Region 2 Criminal Investigations Division, who holds the rank of a State Police Captain. The incumbent will serve as the Department's management and oversight liaison to ensure the incorporation of Federal and State Asset Forfeiture laws through collaboration with the Louisiana District Attorneys and United States Attorneys. This includes briefing LSP Senior Command on issues that may involve significant ramifications; including the current balances of forfeiture accounts, which can range from balances of several thousands to over one million dollars, spending trends of the multiple asset forfeiture accounts, and usage limitations of forfeited assets retained by the Department.

Selected Core Competencies

Accepting Direction : The ability to be open and willing to follow guidance or instructions. Successful Behaviors : Follows direction reliably, adjusts to feedback, and completes tasks on time.

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. Successful Behaviors : Applies and explains policies accurately, adapts in routine cases, and helps improve procedures.

Managing Resources : The ability to manage financial, physical, and contractual resources to ensure compliance and maximize business value. Successful Behaviors : Allocates resources effectively, follows procedures, tracks usage, and maintains accurate records to support operational and financial needs.

Selected Preferred Competencies

Acting with Ethics and Integrity : The ability to make choices that reflect ethical standards, integrity and honesty, regardless of circumstances or personal benefit. Successful Behaviors : Acts with integrity, respects confidentiality, and treats people fairly.

Building and Supporting Teams : The ability to combine one's actions and efforts with others to work toward achieving a common goal. Successful Behaviors : Works well with others, contributes consistently, and supports the team.

Communicating Effectively : The ability to convey information, ideas, and emotions using structured communication methods that promote understanding and engagement. Successful Behaviors : Communicates clearly, listens actively, and explains complex ideas well.

Demonstrating Initiative : The ability to assess situations independently and take proactive steps to address them without being prompted or instructed by others. Successful Behaviors : Takes ownership, solves problems, and follows through.

Displaying Professionalism : The ability to uphold workplace standards through consistent conduct, responsible communication, and consideration for others. Successful Behaviors : Follows policies, meets expectations, and communicates clearly and respectfully across situations.

Managing Programs : The ability to plan, execute, monitor, and evaluate programs to achieve strategic objectives and long-term outcomes. Successful Behaviors : Develops aligned program plans, reallocates resources, coordinates stakeholders, mitigates risks, and uses data for improvement.

Training Others : The ability to design and deliver training experiences that build knowledge, develop skills, and improve performance. Successful Behaviors : Designs structured, relevant training; engages learners, adapts methods, and checks understanding with clear feedback.

Minimum Qualifications

Four years of experience in administrative services; OR Six years of full-time work experience in any field plus one year of experience in administrative services; OR A bachelor's degree plus one year of experience in administrative services; OR An advanced 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 :

• Maintain and oversee the business relationships between internal and external entities. Serve as the liaison for the agency on Asset Forfeiture for the Department.
• Act as the LSP liaison to Operational Development in establishing, implementing and revising (as necessary) the Asset Forfeiture Program standards and guidelines and policies for the Criminal Investigation Administrative Rules and Regulations (901). Incumbent is the acting representative for LSP with Op Dev on any Asset Forfeiture matter going before the Legislature.
• Participate and respond proactively to audits of the Asset Forfeiture Program and its records. Coordinate responses and reports to auditors in gaining access to Criminal Investigation Division, Gaming Division, or Special Investigations Division files and seized assets, Federal entities, and State entities. Monitor compliance within program guidelines.
• Provide on-going consultation to command, professional, and support staff on issues related to Asset Forfeiture.
• Prepare and present Asset Forfeiture materials used for training and / or presentations to all Criminal Investigation Division (CID), Special Investigations Division (SID), and Gaming Division (GAM) Supervisors and Agents, and to the Louisiana Parish District Attorney Officials. Serve as the LSP Asset Forfeiture liaison at statewide training events, work groups, councils, and coalitions. Incumbent also acts as a liaison between the CID, SID, GAM Divisions and the Louisiana State Police Investigation Commanders, Administrative Staff, the Criminal Investigation Field Offices, all the Louisiana Parish District Attorney Offices, all Federal Agencies and other State and Local Agencies. Analyze the impact of Federal and State legislation that may affect the training needs of Department CID, SID, and GAM Agents.

Position-Specific Details :

Appointment Type : This is a PROMOTIONAL opportunity for current, permanent DPS / LSP employees.

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

Compensation : The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.

How To Apply

To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link 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 / Kristin Garcia P.O. BOX 66614 Baton Rouge, LA. 70896 Email : kristin.garcia@la.gov

State of Louisiana Benefits

Insurance Coverage : More information can be found at https : / / info.groupbenefits.org

Parental Leave : Up to six weeks paid parental leave More information can be found at https : / / www.civilservice.louisiana.gov / Parental-Leave / Default.aspx

Holidays and Leave : State employees receive the following paid holidays each year :