About the Department
Mission:The mission of the LPC Board of Examiners is to protect the public interest by regulating the practice of mental health counseling, the practice of marriage and family therapy, and the use of the titles of Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or any similar term, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Provisional Licensed Professional Counselor (PLPC), and Provisional Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (PLMFT).
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.
Adapting to Change: The ability to adjust plans, expectations, and behaviors in response to change.
Championing Continuous Improvement: The ability to systematically drive or promote continuous improvement.
Communicating Effectively: The ability to relay information correctly and appropriately to connect people and ideas.
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 lawsDisplaying Professionalism: The ability to recognize how your actions impact the perceptions of both you and your organization.Learning Actively: The ability to acquire necessary knowledge and skills to improve performance and achieve organizational goals.About this position:The Licensing Analyst will perform a variety of administrative tasks. Must contribute to team effort and protection of the public in a meaningful, professional, and appropriate manner.Position Duties
Three years of experience in the issuance, maintenance, or reinstatement of licenses; 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.
Minimum Qualifications
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Other Qualifications
Job Duties:
As a Licensing Analyst, you will:
- Process all incoming applications {with the exception of renewal applications)
- Draftandn1aintainall applicant related correspondence
- Provide updates to the Executive Director regarding issues, work completed, and outstanding tasks
- Provide information by answering questions and requests from licensees, provisional licensees, applicants, and the public through professional, appropriate, and timely verbal and written communication.
- Provide information to the Administrative Assistant and the Data Entry Assistant regarding applicants, current licensees, and the provision of licenses
- Provide information to Board Members regarding Applicants at Licensure Con1mitteeMeeting{s}and Board Meeting(s)as needed
- Prepare Applicant Reports for Board Meeting(s)
- Ensure the internal database and website are accurate and current
- Appropriately document all applicant processing-related tasks
- Perform a variety of administrative tasks, including filing and updating spreadsheets
- Contributed to the team effort and protection of the public in a meaningful, professional, and appropriate manner
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: Probational
Career Progression: This position participates in a CPG
Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience
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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 this job title 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 on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Contact Information:
For further information about this vacancy, contact:
Raelene Lundin
Licensed Professional Counselors Board of Examiners
225-295-8444
lpcboard@lpcboard.org
