Program Manager 1-A-LDH
State of LouisianaAbout the role
Posting number: OS/DRT/224029
Department: LDH-Office of Secretary
Job classification: PROGRAM MANAGER 1--A--LDH
Posting type: Open & Promotional
Categories: Administration, Health Services, Public Health, Public Relations, Social Services, Management, Miscellaneous, Economic Development, Program Management
Summary
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.
Examples of duties
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.
Qualifications
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.Supplemental information
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
How To Apply:
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
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