
Posting number: CPRA- 224826
Department: GOV-Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority
Job classification: COASTAL RESOURCES SCIENTIST MANAGER
Posting type: Open & Promotional
Categories: Natural Resources, Wetlands
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The Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority (CPRA) is seeking a Coastal Resources Scientist Manager in the Project Management Division. The position leads assigned projects by managing scope, schedule, and budget while coordinating with team members and providing functional supervision to ensure project milestones are met. Incumbent will also oversee contract negotiations, interagency coordination, and review of engineering reports and submittals to support successful project implementation.
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here
Appointment Type: Probational or Promotional
Office Location: 150 Terrace Ave Baton Rouge, LA 70802
Compensation: The bi-weekly minimum hire rate established for this position in accordance with CPRA’s Special Entrance Rate Policy is $3,076.80. The maximum salary for the Coastal Resources Scientist Manager position is $126,256 annually.
Official transcripts will be required upon hire.
Louisiana is a State as Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
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 the position 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. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Contact Information:
If you have any questions, you may contact:
Rachel Dunbar, Human Resources Supervisor
P.O. Box 44027
Baton Rouge, LA 70804

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