Administrative Coordinator 3

Administrative Coordinator 3  Salary $2,387.00 - $4,089.00 Monthly Location Morgan City, LA Job Type Classified Job Number

OPH/SP/220011

Department LDH-Office of Public Health Opening Date 04/16/2026 Closing Date 4/21/2026 11:59 PM Central

DESCRIPTION

BENEFITS QUESTIONS 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. Learn more about the Louisiana Department of Health Be at the center of community health where your work touches lives every day. In this specialized role within a local parish health unit, you'll support a wide range of essential public health services—from immunizations and reproductive health to WIC, tuberculosis care, vital records, and environmental health. This position offers a unique opportunity to work across multiple programs, collaborate with diverse teams, and directly impact the well-being of individuals and families in your community. If you're looking for a meaningful role with variety, purpose, and the chance to make a real difference, this is your opportunity to serve on the front lines of public health. An ideal candidate should possess the following competencies:

Accepting Direction:

The ability to be open and willing to follow guidance or instructions.

Demonstrating Accountability:

The ability to take ownership of actions, behaviors, performance, decisions, and outcomes.

Following Policies and Procedures:

The ability to follow, reinforce, adapt, or develop policies and procedures to maintain compliance with federal and state legal requirements, State Civil Service rules, and organizational policies. Minimum Qualifications Two years of experience in administrative services.

EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION

Every 15 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as six months of experience. 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:

Conducts applicant interviews and screenings to determine programmatic and financial eligibility for public health services in compliance with federal and state regulations Maintains strict confidentiality while accurately documenting client information for billing, reporting, and program integrity using EHR systems Educates clients on available services, program requirements, and next steps to ensure access to appropriate public health resources Collects and processes fees, ensuring proper documentation and financial accountability Provides WIC program support by scheduling appointments, assisting clients in person and by phone, maintaining participant records, issuing benefits, and delivering basic nutrition education Supports outreach efforts to promote program participation and community awareness of available services Performs administrative duties, including managing appointments, supplies, correspondence, safeguarding sensitive data, and serving as backup for vital records processing as needed

Position-Specific Details:

Location:

 Office of Public Health / Region 3-BRCO / St.

Mary Parish Appointment Type:

 This position will be filled as a Job appointment (temporary appointment that may last up to 48 months)

Cost Center:

 3262109003 Position Number(s): 64127

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. For information on how to check your application status and understand status updates, please click HERE (Download PDF reader).

Contact Information:

Shambrielle Pooler Shambrielle.

Pooler@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 the Louisiana Works, 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. Employer State of Louisiana Address 1201 N 3rd St Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70802