Program Manager 1B-LDH (Assistant Regional Administrator)
State of Louisiana
About this Job
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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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Are you ready to take on a pivotal role in shaping the future of public health services across Louisiana’s Region 1? This exciting position offers the opportunity to assist the Regional Administrator and Regional Medical Director in managing and coordinating operations across the Office of Public Health Region 1.
If you’re a motivated leader eager to make a meaningful impact in public health, we encourage you to apply and join our mission to promote healthier communities throughout Region 1!
Minimum Qualifications
- 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. 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
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Job Duties:
- Provide direct supervision of three Regional Office professionals and functional oversight of administrative and clerical staff across Parish Health Units to ensure high performance, compliance with policies, and a positive organizational culture.
- Manage staffing priorities, scheduling, and training compliance; oversee leave approvals and timekeeping to maintain efficient service delivery.
- Serve as administrative backup to the Regional Administrator and Regional Medical Director, handling routine administrative functions, HR liaison duties, payroll coordination, purchasing, financial management, and contract processing.
- Ensure accurate and proficient use of OPH electronic health systems (EHR, LAWIN, LINKS, STARLIMS, LEERS) while maintaining confidentiality and data integrity.
- Collaborate in emergency preparedness and response activities as part of the Regional Incident Command Team, adapting operations to support disaster and public health emergencies.
- Lead continuous quality improvement initiatives by reviewing clinic data and service delivery metrics to enhance staff productivity and health outcomes.
- Participate in committees and workgroups as needed, supporting broader organizational goals and directives from leadership.
Position-Specific Details:Location: Office of Public Health / Region 1-BRCO / Orleans Parish
Appointment Type: This position may be filled as a Probationary or a Promotional appointment
Cost Center: 3262108001
Position Number(s): 50367358
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:
Paul Tran
LA Department of Health (LDH)
Division of Human Resources
PO Box 4818
Baton Rouge, LA 70821
225-342-6477
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