Economic Stability Manager 1

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 Louisiana Department of Health Lead the administration of Louisiana's SNAP and Summer EBT (SEBT) programs and help shape policies that impact thousands of families across the state. In this leadership role, you'll influence program strategy, guide policy development, oversee statewide operations, collaborate with federal and state partners, and drive innovative system improvements. If you're a strategic leader with a passion for public service, policy, and making a meaningful statewide impact, we encourage you to apply! Seven years of economic stability social services experience; OR Six years of full-time work experience in any field plus four years of economic stability social services experience; OR A bachelor's degree plus four years of economic stability social services experience; OR An advanced degree in a social sciences field, business, public, or health administration plus three years of economic stability social services experience.

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. The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here .

Job Duties:

• Directs the statewide administration of the SNAP and Summer EBT (SEBT) programs by developing, implementing, and overseeing program policies, procedures, and operations to ensure compliance with federal and state laws and regulations.
• Analyzes federal and state legislation, regulations, and policy changes; develops recommendations; prepares programmatic and fiscal impact analyses; and coordinates implementation of approved program changes.
• Oversees the development and enhancement of automated systems by defining business requirements, coordinating with information technology staff, validating system changes, and ensuring successful testing and implementation.
• Provides executive-level guidance and technical assistance to agency leadership, field staff, government officials, community organizations, and the public regarding program policies, regulations, and operational issues.
• Represents the agency on federal, state, and local committees, participates in legislative activities, and collaborates with stakeholders to support program initiatives, policy development, and funding needs.
• Plans, directs, and evaluates the work of supervisory and professional staff by establishing goals, assigning work, monitoring performance, ensuring compliance with agency and Civil Service rules, and overseeing personnel actions.
• Manages program budgets, monitors financial operations, oversees quality assurance and corrective action activities, and ensures program readiness to respond to emergencies and other operational priorities.

Position-Specific Details:

Location:

Medical Vendor Administration / ES State Office /

Statewide 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): 50689790

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 .

Contact Information:

Patricia Walker Patricia.

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DCFS@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.