Conservation Program Manager Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/louisiana/jobs/newprint/5078821) Apply  Conservation Program Manager Salary $4,167.00 - $7,502.00 Monthly Location Baton Rouge, LA Job Type Classified Job Number 424-212853-KB Department DPS-Liquified Petrol Gas Comm Opening Date 09/12/2025 Closing Date 9/17/2025 11:59 PM Central + Description + Benefits + Questions About this Job AtLiquefied Petroleum Gas Commission, our mission is to promulgate and enforce rules that will allow for the safest possible distribution, handling and usage of liquefied petroleum gas and anhydrous ammonia necessary for the protection, safety and security of the public. We’re looking for anConservation Program Managerto serve as the first point of contact at the agency, creating a welcoming environment for Dealers and visitors and providing administrative support that keeps our front office running smoothly. A preferred candidate should possess the following competencies: Communicating Effectively: The ability to relay information correctly and appropriately to connect people and ideas. Demonstrating Innovation: The ability to generate original ideas that create value, improve processes, or provide new products or services. Developing Performance: The ability to assist others in advancing their skills, knowledge, and performance levels over time. Influencing Others: The ability to have an intentional effect on aligning stakeholder opinions and behaviors with the goals of the organization. Leading Change: The ability to initiate, manage, influence, and evaluate change. Making Accurate Judgments: The ability to form an opinion objectively and decisively based on relevant information and in accordance with established standards. Managing Budgets: The ability to be a good steward of state resources by effectively managing allocated funds. Managing Projects: The ability to initiate, plan, execute, manage, and close-out all project goals within the established timeline. Managing Resources: The ability to ensure resources such as time, money, and people are utilized appropriately to result in maximum business value. Minimum Qualifications Seven years of experience in petroleum exploration, petroleum production, petroleum gas and/or anhydrous ammonia handling or distribution, natural resources regulation, natural resources enforcement, law enforcement, or investigatory work; OR A bachelor’s degree in a biological science, physical science, natural science, geoscience, engineering, environmental science, mathematics, or nuclear science plus four years of experience in petroleum exploration, petroleum production, petroleum gas and/or anhydrous ammonia handling or distribution, natural resources regulation, natural resources enforcement, law enforcement, or investigatory work. Job Specification The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here (https://apps01.civilservice.louisiana.gov/onestopjobinfo/DisplayJobSpec.aspx?JobCode=165680) . Job Duties and Other Information Job Duties: EXAMPLES BELOW ARE A BRIEF SAMPLE OF COMMON DUTIES ASSOCIATED WITH THIS JOB TITLE. NOT ALL POSSIBLE TASKS ARE INCLUDED. Assists in the preparation of section budget requests and in defending proposals before the State Budget Office and the legislative fiscal office. Represents the section, along with higher-level personnel, before legislative committees for budget requests, regulation development, and legislative inquiries. Represents the Office and Department at meetings with other state and federal agencies, citizens groups, news media, educational forums, and the regulated community regarding complex issues. Coordinates section response to proposed Federal regulation and policy changes. Manages the preparation of approval, denial, or enforcement documentation. Recommends enforcement action for non-compliance with regulations. Provides technical testimony and serves as an expert witness at hearings and enforcement proceedings. Coordinates and attends meetings with industry representatives. Makes technical decisions related to the issuance of orders and approval letters, granting of permits, variances and exemptions. Develops policy recommendations for transmittal to higher-level personnel regarding issuance of permits, orders or approval letters. Directs activities related to the researching, drafting, and promulgation of rules, regulations, and guidelines. Supervises the implementation of quality control/quality assurance procedures necessary to ensure the accuracy and completeness of documentation. Assists higher-level personnel with preparation of the annual state budget or Federal Grant(s). Position-Specific Details: Appointment Type: Probational, Promotional, or Job Appointment Career Progression: This position does not participate in a Career Progression Group. Work Schedule:Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday. Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience. The bi-weekly rate for this position is as follows: + Conservation Program Manager (TS-312) - $1,923.20 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 scoreis required in order to be considered for this vacancy. To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply”link (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/louisiana) 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). Resumeswill notbe accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. Contact Information: For further information about this vacancy contact: Department of Public Safety ATTN: Human Resources/Katy Bradley P.O. BOX 66614 Baton Rouge, LA. 70896 Email: katy.bradley@la.gov The Department of Public Safety and Corrections, Public Safety Services, is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. For more information on employment- related resources available for those with disabilities, refer to the Louisiana Employment Resource Guide (Download PDF reader). Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity tomake a differencethrough 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: 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 athttps://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx 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 (www.lasersonline.org). LASERS has provided this video (https://lasersonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Your\_Retirement\_System.mp4) to give you more detailed information about their system + Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org), + Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others 01 To ensure compliance with DPS-PSS Policy 01-02.01 Nepotism, no individual may be hired, promoted, demoted or transferred within DPS, if the individual is related to another employee who is, or would be, within their line of supervision. 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