Business Development Supervisor

Business Development Supervisor

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Business Development Supervisor

Salary

$4,694.00 - $9,211.00 Monthly

Location

Baton Rouge, LA

Job Type

Promotion

Job Number

DED-2026-09

Department

LED-Louisiana Economic Development

Opening Date

05/19/2026

Closing Date

5/24/2026 11:59 PM Central

Description

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About this Job

The mission of Louisiana Economic Development is to cultivate jobs and economic opportunity for the people of Louisiana.

The Business Development Supervisor is a member of the Louisiana Department of Economic Development’s (LED’s) Office of Business Development and reports to a Business Development Manager or higher-level administrator. The incumbent supervises functions related to attracting, growing, and retaining business development opportunities for the State of Louisiana and oversees compliance and administrative functions associated with discretionary programs and performance-based grants administered by LED.

The Business Development Supervisor possesses advanced knowledge of business administration, contract compliance, program administration, and business development operations and independently applies business standards and principles in conducting reviews, evaluations, analyses, and oversight of contracts, cooperative endeavor agreements (CEAs), and related compliance activities.

This position plays a critical leadership role in supporting LED staff and assisting with achieving LED’s core values of Teamwork, Integrity, Leadership, Excellence, and Innovation. The incumbent is responsible for supervising staff, coordinating compliance activities, ensuring program accountability, promoting operational effectiveness and efficiency, and ensuring compliance with state laws, rules, regulations, and agency policies.

LED offers a dynamic, high-profile, fast-paced environment where a strategic, integrated, and action-oriented approach to achieving the agency’s vision and mission is the standard.

An ideal candidate should possess the following competencies:

Accepting Direction: The ability to be open and willing to follow guidance or instructions.

Building and Supporting Teams: The ability to combine one's actions and efforts with others to work toward achieving a common goal.

Driving Results: The ability to set and pursue goals, maintain focus amid competing demands, and deliver results.

Thinking Critically: The ability to analyze information objectively, identify connections across sources, and form logical, well-supported conclusions.

Acting with Ethics and Integrity: The ability to make choices that reflect ethical standards, integrity and honesty, regardless of circumstances or personal benefit.

Minimum Qualifications

Six years of experience in economic research or development, financial services, international relations, marketing, or real estate; OR

Six years of full-time work experience in any field plus three years of experience in economic research or development, financial services, international relations, marketing, or real estate; OR

A bachelor's degree plus three years of experience in economic research or development, financial services, international relations, marketing, or real estate; OR

An advanced degree in a business administration field, economics, or international trade plus two years of experience in economic research or development, financial services, international relations, marketing, or real estate.

EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:

Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.

Certification as an Economic Development Finance Professional (EDFP) or completion of the Economic Development Institute certificate program will substitute for one year of the required experience.

Possession of a Professional Community and Economic Developer Certification (PCED) or Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) certification will substitute for two years of the required experience.

Job Specification

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be foundhere (https://apps01.civilservice.louisiana.gov/onestopjobinfo/DisplayJobSpec.aspx?JobCode=175990) .

Job Duties and Other Information

Job Duties:

Oversees compliance and administration of discretionary programs and performance-based grants

Supervises staff and coordinates contract compliance activities

Reviews contracts, reimbursement requests, audits, and reporting for accuracy and compliance

Works with legal, fiscal, program staff, auditors, and external stakeholders on compliance matters

Prepares reports, data analysis, and legislative reporting for management and state agencies

Implements operational improvements and supports strategic business development initiatives

Ensures reporting integrity, program accountability, and compliance with state laws and agency policies

Coordinates special projects and other related duties as assigned

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: Only current Permanent Classified employees of La Economic Development will be considered, Promotional Only

Louisiana Economic Development is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.

How To Apply:

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, please contact:

Dawn Thibodeaux

Human Resources Director

Dawn.Thibodeaux@la.gov

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

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This job is being announced as a promotion and is open for application to current permanent classified employees of Louisiana Economic Development only. Are you a current permanent classified employee of Louisiana Economic Development?

Yes

No

02

Do you possess certification an Economic Development Finance Professional (EDFP), a Professional Community and Economic Developer (PCED), or a Certified Economic Developer (CEcD)?

Yes

No

03

If you answered 'Yes' to the previous question, please list your certification type, issue date, and the issuing body below. If you answered 'No,' please enter N/A.

04

Have you completed the the Economic Development Institute certificate program?

Yes

No

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BST: Building and Supporting Teams - How well do you work with others to achieve shared goals and contribute to a positive team environment?

I avoid teamwork, create conflict, or don’t contribute.

I contribute to team efforts with encouragement and guidance.

I work well with others, contribute consistently, and support the team.

I unite teams, build trust, and help others work through conflict.

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BST: Building and Supporting Teams - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience. Tip: Use the STAR method (situation, task, action, result) to explain how you have demonstrated this competency. Examples from work, military service, volunteering, education, or other life experiences are all valid.

07

DR: Driving Results - How well do you set goals, stay focused, and follow through—especially when faced with challenges or competing demands?

I struggle to set direction, miss deadlines, avoid challenges, or resist feedback.

I set basic goals, make some progress, and accept feedback when supported.

I set clear goals, stay focused, take ownership of results, and use feedback to improve.

I set bold goals, lead progress, push through setbacks, and help others learn from challenges.

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DR: Driving Results - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience. Tip: Use the STAR method (situation, task, action, result) to explain how you have demonstrated this competency. Examples from work, military service, volunteering, education, or other life experiences are all valid.

09

ADi: Accepting Direction - How well do you accept guidance, follow instructions, and adjust when given feedback?

I resist direction, ignore feedback, and need reminders to complete tasks.

I follow direction with reminders and often need clarification or support.

I follow direction reliably, adjust to feedback, and complete tasks on time.

I adapt quickly, follow through, and help others adjust as needed.

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ADi: Accepting Direction - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience. Tip: Use the STAR method (situation, task, action, result) to explain how you have demonstrated this competency. Examples from work, military service, volunteering, education, or other life experiences are all valid.

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Employer

State of Louisiana

Address

1201 N 3rd St

Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70802

Phone

(866) 783-5462

Website

http://agency.governmentjobs.com/louisiana/default.cfm

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