Administrative Coordinator 4

About the Team

The Louisiana Department of Agriculture & Forestry (LDAF) is a mission-driven organization dedicated to serving communities across the state. The Pesticide and Environmental Programs Division plays a critical role in safeguarding the health, safety, and welfare of Louisiana residents. This division enforces regulations governing the labeling, sale, distribution, transportation, storage, use, application, and disposal of pesticides throughout the state.

The Pesticide Inspection & Enforcement Program specifically coordinates and manages the activities of field inspectors and oversees enforcement actions resulting from pesticide inspections. The team operates within a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive culture that values the well-being of its employees, offering resources such as a fully employer-funded Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and their household members.

About the Role

As an Administrative Coordinator 4, you will serve as a senior-level support professional within the Office of Agricultural & Environmental Services. This position is designed to ensure efficient office and program support while coordinating complex administrative operations. You will act as the initial point of contact for the division regarding the pesticide product registration program, bridging the gap between department administrators and industry executives.

Your day-to-day work involves managing the lifecycle of pesticide product applications from companies across the United States and abroad. You will review applications, product labels, and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) to ensure completeness, accuracy, and compliance with state and federal regulations. Additionally, you will manage the School Pesticide Safety Program by processing annual Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Plans and handle confidential files with discretion. The role requires critical thinking to evaluate and recommend improvements to registration activities and close collaboration with IT to solve problems and implement new procedures.

Hiring Process & Application Instructions

No Civil Service test score is required to be considered for this vacancy. To apply, click the "Apply" link and complete the electronic application. This same application can be used for this and future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for monitoring the status of their application via the Current Job Opportunities page.

Important: Detailed information supporting your eligibility (relevant experience and education) must be included directly in the application sections. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of these completed sections, and incomplete applications may be rejected.

Equal Opportunity & Culture

The Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a State as a Model Employer (SAME), actively promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The department strictly prohibits workplace harassment and discrimination based on race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, religion, national origin, military service, sickle cell trait, protected genetic information, or other non-merit factors. Employment decisions are made strictly on merit, free from influence by these protected characteristics.

For further information regarding this vacancy, please contact Tiffany Waddell, HR Analyst, at twaddell@ldaf.state.la.us.