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Getting a State Job in Louisiana
Posted on 4/22/14 at 9:45 am
Posted on 4/22/14 at 9:45 am
Is it possible for an outsider to get a state job with the state of Louisiana? I have applied since January and every app says referred to hiring manager but haven't received the first phone call. Do they have a who do you know type of job placement?
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Posted on 4/22/14 at 9:47 am to corndawg85
Are you a caveman? If so, you're probably over qualified.
Posted on 4/22/14 at 10:03 am to southernelite
Most say they just want a bachelors degree and I have that and a MPA. Probably am overqualified.
Posted on 4/22/14 at 10:19 am to corndawg85
i had close to 200 applicants for the last 3 positions I filled. None were screened due to being overqualified and 2/3 hires were from out of state.
Posted on 4/22/14 at 10:22 am to Bassmaster
Maybe I don't have the right skills they are needing. Have been trying to get a job with GOHSEP.
Posted on 4/22/14 at 10:24 am to corndawg85
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Maybe I don't have the right skills they are needing. Have been trying to get a job with GOHSEP.
What type of position is it? Science, engineering, administrative?
Posted on 4/22/14 at 10:27 am to Bassmaster
They are administrative positions
Posted on 4/22/14 at 10:35 am to corndawg85
You should look around at other agencies as your MPA is desired in State government. GOHSEP may be a little harder for outsiders due to the security aspect.
Posted on 4/22/14 at 11:27 am to corndawg85
I came from the outside and was employed with GOHSEP for a time. Good luck 
Posted on 4/22/14 at 11:31 am to corndawg85
It takes months for them to set up an interview. Your best bet may be to email the contact listed on the application.
Posted on 4/22/14 at 12:30 pm to corndawg85
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Is it possible for an outsider to get a state job with the state of Louisiana?
If you are interested in working for the state, just take the placement exam, I have no idea what it's called at this point (it just changed).
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I have applied since January and every app says referred to hiring manager but haven't received the first phone call.
The state takes a while to hire people, and is not the best at keeping applicants informed of where they are in the process. There is a very real possibility they disregarded you because you were overqualified, or probably because you haven't taken the state exam.
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Do they have a who do you know type of job placement?
Sometimes. Every position is required to be opened, and it does help to know people. That being said, I've seen talent trump years and experience multiple times... not that I would know how any of this works.
Posted on 4/22/14 at 2:33 pm to corndawg85
why would you want to work for the state? what is your vocation?
Posted on 4/22/14 at 2:53 pm to 756
Right now I am in non-profit but the pay sucks.
Posted on 4/22/14 at 3:34 pm to corndawg85
what kind of job are you looking for?
Posted on 4/22/14 at 3:41 pm to corndawg85
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I have applied since January and every app says referred to hiring manager but haven't received the first phone call.
Do you meet ALL of the requirements ? Civil Service tests, etc..?
Posted on 4/22/14 at 4:00 pm to GrammarKnotsi
Anything in administration but would like to be in GOHSEP. I haven't taken the civil service tests. Every job I apply for does not require it.
Posted on 4/22/14 at 4:04 pm to corndawg85
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Every job I apply for does not require it.
But if 300 others that apply for that job have a score...
Also..
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they have a who do you know type of job placement
This post was edited on 4/22/14 at 4:05 pm
Posted on 4/22/14 at 4:33 pm to corndawg85
They usually take a really long time to get back to you. Also, it always helps if you know people. I know a few people from outside of Louisiana that have state jobs, they are in a specialized field, though.
Posted on 4/22/14 at 8:28 pm to corndawg85
you seeking a job in a very small niche- I suggest you widen your horizon in the meantime.
Do you have experience in this vocation?
Do you have experience in this vocation?
Posted on 4/22/14 at 10:11 pm to GrammarKnotsi
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But if 300 others that apply for that job have a score...
I was a supervisor with GOHSEP. We did not look at scores for any civil service tests in our division. It was not required, therefore not asked for, or considered.
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