Program Manager 1-A-LDH

The mission of the Louisiana Department of Health is to protect and promote health and to ensure access to medical, preventive, and rehabilitative services for all residents of the State of Louisiana.

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Join a dynamic team where you'll collaborate with cross-functional partners, solve complex challenges in real time, and make a meaningful impact on the Health and Human Services mission. This fast-paced role as a Program Manager offers opportunities to engage with internal and external stakeholders while contributing to critical initiatives that serve Louisiana communities. This role is crucial in directing statewide budget planning, development, implementation, and oversight for state and federal funding sources, including Medicaid, Medicare Survey and Certification (CMS), and CLIA programs.

Seven years of experience in developing, managing, or evaluating health or social service programs; or in public health, public relations, social services, health services, health regulation, or administrative services; OR

Six years of full-time work experience in any field plus four years of experience in developing, managing, or evaluating health or social service programs; or in public health, public relations, social services, health services, health regulation, or administrative services; OR

A bachelor's degree plus four years of experience in developing, managing, or evaluating health or social service programs; or in public health, public relations, social services, health services, health regulation, or administrative services; OR

An advanced degree or a Juris Doctorate plus three years of experience in developing, managing, or evaluating health or social service programs; or in public health, public relations, social services, health services, health regulation, or administrative services.

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.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties

Review, analyze, and approve budget requests, financial reports, and expenditure adjustments to ensure compliance with federal, state, and agency regulations.

Monitor revenues, expenditures, and budget performance; analyze financial data and forecast funding needs to identify and resolve potential fiscal issues.

Develop, implement, and oversee complex cost allocation plans and budget management processes to ensure accurate financial documentation and accountability.

Negotiate, review, and oversee contracts, memorandums of understanding, and interagency agreements; ensure compliance with contractual requirements and approve invoices for payment.

Provide statewide supervision and oversight of monthly budget reporting, variance analyses, journal voucher requests, and allocation of financial resources to support agency operations.

Collaborate with executive leadership, financial managers, auditors, and state and federal partners to develop fiscal strategies, ensure regulatory compliance, and support agency financial objectives.

Position-Specific Details
Location:

Office of the Secretary / Health Standards / East Baton Rouge Parish

Appointment Type:

This position will be filled as a Probationary appointment

Cost Center:

3071040205

Position Number(s):

50624927

Contact Information
Deanda Thymes

Deanda.Thymes@la.gov

LA Department of Health (LDH)

Division of Human Resources

PO Box 4818

Baton Rouge, LA 70821

225-342-6477

This organization participates in E-Verify, and for more information on E-Verify, please contact DHS at 1-888-464-4218.

LDH supports Louisiana’s commitment to being a State as a Model Employer (SAME) by promoting the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.

Information on Louisiana Works and Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available here.

LDH is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to recruit a highly productive and diverse workforce and will provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and prospective employees. Employment decisions shall be based strictly on merit and without regard to religious or political beliefs, sex, race, or any other non-merit factor.

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