Program Manager 1B-LDH (Rural Health Manager)

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.This position may be filled in the following parishes: East Baton RougeJoin the Louisiana Department of Health’s Bureau of Chronic Disease Prevention and Healthcare Access and make a meaningful impact on rural and underserved communities across the state. In this dynamic role, you will manage multiple statewide programs, including the State Office of Rural Health (SORH) grant, the Medicare Rural Hospital Flexibility (FLEX) grant, and the Small Rural Hospital Improvement Program (SHIP) grant, while leading initiatives to expand health care services, strengthen provider networks, and promote community health system development. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with local leaders, health providers, and government officials to translate community needs into actionable strategies and policy recommendations that improve access to care. Apply today to help shape the future of rural health in Louisiana!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; ORSix 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; ORA 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; ORAn 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 foundJob Duties and Other InformationJob Duties: · Administer and direct all aspects of the State Office of Rural Health (SORH) grant, Medicare Rural Hospital Flexibility (FLEX) grant, and Small Rural Hospital Improvement Program (SHIP) grant.· Develop, manage, and monitor program budgets and work plans, ensuring funds are properly allocated, expenditures comply with timelines, and budget projections are updated throughout the funding cycle.· Draft, finalize, and monitor contracts and Memorandums of Understanding, including budgetary and programmatic compliance, and approve contract invoices.· Respond to audit findings and programmatic challenges, coordinating reports and responses to auditors and federal or state agencies.· Provide consultation and technical assistance to staff and community stakeholders on grant requirements, program implementation, and best practices.· Lead statewide community health system development efforts, including assessment of local needs, expansion of clinical capacity, and development of health networks to increase access to primary care.· Serve as a principal advisor to rural community leaders and agencies, analyzing healthcare needs and supporting proposals to improve access in areas lacking medical facilities and professionals.· Supervise program staff, assigning and monitoring work, assessing competencies, providing training, and conducting performance evaluations to support individual and team development.· Monitor and track state and federal legislation and policy related to rural health, providing reports and recommendations to inform policy changes and funding priorities.· Prepare grant progress reports, performance reports, and renewal applications, analyze hospital data and outcomes, and coordinate with federal funders, including HRSA, to ensure compliance with grant deliverables.
Position-Specific Details:Location: Office of Public Health / Bureau of Primary Care and Rural Health / East Baton Rouge ParishAppointment Type: This position may be filled as a Probationary appointmentCost Center: 3262107900Position Number(s): 50574476

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 TranLA Department of Health (LDH)Division of Human ResourcesPO Box 4818Baton Rouge, LA 70821225-342-6477This 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 the Louisiana Works, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available .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.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 atParental Leave – Up to six weeks paid parental leave
More information can be found atHolidays 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 GovernorState 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 (

). LASERS has provided this to give you more detailed information about their system * Teacher’s Retirement System of Louisiana (
), * Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (
), among others

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