Program Manager 4

About this Job

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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This is a promotional opportunity open only to current permanent employees in a classified position with the Louisiana Department of Health. Lead statewide operations and make a meaningful impact on Louisiana families! We are seeking a dynamic, strategic leader to oversee SNAP and TANF Cash Assistance programs, guide regional leadership, and drive operational excellence across field offices statewide. This role offers the opportunity to shape program implementation, strengthen service delivery, lead continuous improvement initiatives, and ensure critical assistance programs operate effectively and efficiently. If you are a results-driven leader passionate about public service, team development, and making a difference in communities across Louisiana, we encourage you to apply! Minimum Qualifications Eight 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; ORSix years of full-time work experience in any field plus five 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; ORA bachelor’s degree plus five 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; ORAn advanced degree or a Juris Doctorate 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.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. Job Specification The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here. Job Duties and Other Information Job Duties:60% Operational Responsibilities

• Directly supervises Regional Administrators (RAs) while managing and overseeing field operations for SNAP and TANF Cash assistance is conducted by staff in field offices.
• Uses system data to monitor enrollment trends, worker productivity, case backlogs, and other operational indicators. Develops strategies and implements plans to improve worker accuracy and timeliness, including targeted campaigns when metrics are off track.
• Liaises with the technology and systems teams to identify needs and to review and provide input into the case management system functionality, helping to ensure it meets the eligibility needs of the section.
• Serves as a leader for Emergency Preparedness (ESF-6), attending planning meetings year-round and ensuring staff are prepared statewide for response and are activated to perform required duties during an emergency. 20% Programmatic Responsibility
• Serves as a subject-matter expert on SNAP and TANF Cash Assistance as a champion of integration to accomplish the goals of the One Door initiative across people, process, and technology. Assists the Executive Director, section chiefs, RAs, and Area Directors in the implementation and administration on programs mandated by federal and state legislation through planning, monitoring, maintenance, and reporting of such programs.
• Reviews and provides subject matter expertise for the revision of rules, regulations, policies, and procedures for OEI programs.
• Assists in the development of the parts of the OEI Strategic Plan that pertain to SNAP and TANF Cash Assistance programs. 20% Administrative Responsibilities
• Participates in the OEI budget process, reviews expenditures and analysis reports, and provides information to the Executive Director and other executive staff regarding federal funding. Liaises with LDH Human Resources and State Civil Service to facilitate hiring and retention, ensuring that staff are complying with all rules, guidelines, and processes.
• Reviews and evaluates work of subordinates, provides technical guidance when necessary.

Position-Specific Details:

Location: Medical Vendor Administration / Economic Stability State Office / East Baton Rouge Parish Appointment Type: This is a promotional opportunity open only to current permanent employees in a classified position with Louisiana Department of Health. Cost Center: 3052130100 Position Number(s): 50688530

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.

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• 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.

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Contact Information:

Casey Hickman Casey.Hickman@la.gov LA Department of Health (LDH) Division of Human Resources PO Box 4818 Baton Rouge, LA 70821 225-342-6477

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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.

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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.

Benefits

Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through 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 at https://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 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