Department MISSION
To protect children, empower families, and strengthen communities so every child grows up safe, stable, and strong.
Department VISION
A future where every child thrives in a loving environment, supported by empowered families and resilient communities.
Department VALUES
Treating all people with dignity, compassion and respect, while providing services with integrity.
At The Department of Children and Family Services, our mission is to empower communities and improve lives by delivering responsive, inclusive, and forward-thinking public services. We are proud to serve the people of Louisiana with integrity, innovation, and a deep commitment to equity.
Join Our Team at DCFS: Child Support Enforcement Consultant
This position serves as the program's primary resource for statewide statistical reporting, performance analysis, ad hoc reporting, automated reporting tools, and budget monitoring. It supports the collection, analysis, and reporting of statistical data for both State Office and Child Support field operations, ensuring accurate data is available for management, legislative requests, federal reporting, and operational decision-making.
AN IDEAL CANDIDATE SHOULD POSSESS THE FOLLOWING COMPETENCIES:-
Leveraging Technology: The ability to use digital tools, systems, and emerging technologies to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
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Using Data: The ability to collect, analyze, and use data to generate insights and inform decisions.
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Working with Financial Information: The ability to interpret financial data, manage financial approvals, and ensure compliance to support informed decisions and promote transparency.
If you're driven, collaborative, and ready to make an impact—this could be the opportunity for you!
Job Duties
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Leverage large amounts of complex, multisource data to inform day-to-day management of the Louisiana Child Support program
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Produce analytical reports on measures and metrics set by departmental priorities.
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Ensures all statistical data is maintained so that requests for information are responded to timely and accurately.
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Communicates with DCFS budget to address budget needs and adjustments during the fiscal year.
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Interprets statistical data and writes complex formulas so tasks such as "what if" analyzes can be performed.
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Creates various Ad Hoc reports which require extensive knowledge of Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Access.
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: This position may be filled as a probational appointment or a job appointment that may last up to 48 months. Job appointments may convert to probational appointments. Also, it may be filled as a detail and promoted within 12 months or by promotion of a permanent classified employee.
Work Schedule: Typically, work hours are 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday – Friday. Flexible work schedules are available after meeting certain criteria and is dependent upon the position you are applying for. Some positions require working shifts.
Work Location: Baton Rouge, LA
How To Apply:
No Civil Service Test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
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 this 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:
Yolanda Jackson
DCFS is an “Equal Opportunity Employer”, and Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
