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Program Manager 2 - LDH (Healthcare Access Division Manager)
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LDH-Office of Public Health
Baton Rouge, LA (In Person)
$102,210 Salary, Full-Time
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Program Manager 2
- LDH (Healthcare Access Division Manager) LDH-Office of Public Health Baton Rouge, LA Job Details $5,751
- $11,284 a month 1 hour ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Parental leave Qualifications Program management Full Job Description Salary $5,751.00
- $11,284.
OPH/SEM/221565
Department LDH-Office of Public Health Opening Date 05/29/2026 Closing Date 6/3/2026 11:59 PM Central 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 Louisiana Department of Health Join a mission-driven leadership team dedicated to improving healthcare access across Louisiana's rural and underserved communities. This position serves as the Division Manager for Healthcare Access within the Bureau of Chronic Disease Prevention and Healthcare Access, leading critical statewide programs that strengthen community health systems, expand access to primary care services, and support rural healthcare providers. The selected candidate will oversee major federally and state-funded healthcare initiatives, collaborate with healthcare leaders and community stakeholders, and help shape public policy and strategic planning efforts that improve health outcomes statewide. This role offers a unique opportunity to drive meaningful change through health systems development, community partnerships, and innovative solutions that enhance access to care for populations most in need. 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 Job Duties:
Administers and directs statewide Healthcare Access, Primary Care, and State Office of Rural Health (SORH) programs to improve access to quality healthcare services in rural and underserved communities. Leads health systems development initiatives by providing technical assistance to communities in expanding primary care services, healthcare networks, federally qualified health centers, rural health clinics, and other essential healthcare resources. Plans, coordinates, and evaluates short- and long-term strategic initiatives designed to strengthen community healthcare systems and improve access to preventive and primary healthcare services statewide.
Position-Specific Details:
Location:
OPH/ LDH/OPH/Bureau of Primary Care and Rural Health/East Baton Rouge Parish Appointment Type:
This position may be filled as a Probationary appointment or a Promotional appointmentCost Center:
3262107900 Position Number(s): 50345499 How To Apply No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. 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:
Shea Malbreaugh LA Department of Health (LDH) Division of Human Resources PO Box 4818 Baton Rouge, LA 70821 225-342-4287 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. 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).