Program Monitor LDH

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 This position may be filled in the following parish(es): EAST BATON ROUGE

Take the lead in strengthening accountability, safety, and financial integrity across the Louisiana Department of Health! In this multifaceted role, you will oversee safety initiatives, conduct compliance audits, monitor budgets and expenditures, and lead high-priority projects that support executive leadership. Bring your expertise in compliance, fiscal oversight, and project management to help safeguard resources, improve operational efficiency, and ensure LDH continues delivering quality services to Louisiana residents.

An ideal candidate should possess the following competencies: Adapting to Change: The ability to demonstrate flexibility in thoughts, behaviors, and actions in response to evolving circumstances or unexpected change.

Communicating Effectively: The ability to convey information, ideas, and emotions using structured communication methods that promote understanding and engagement

Demonstrating Initiative: The ability to assess situations independently and take proactive steps to address them without being prompted or instructed by others.

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.

Managing Performance: The ability to plan, monitor, and document employee performance throughout the year.

Managing Projects: The ability to plan, implement, and close out project initiatives by coordinating people, resources, and timelines to achieve defined outcomes.Five 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 two 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 two 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 one year 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. The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.Job Duties:• Develop, implement, and oversee workplace safety policies, procedures, training, and inspections to maintain a safe and compliant work environment.

• Conduct compliance audits and reviews of financial transactions, procurement activities, and administrative processes to ensure adherence to applicable state, federal, and contractual requirements.

• Monitor the agency’s budget, expenditures, and fiscal activities to promote accurate financial reporting, accountability, and effective resource allocation.

• Identify compliance deficiencies, operational risks, and internal control weaknesses, and recommend corrective actions to strengthen regulatory adherence and organizational integrity.

• Coordinate incident reporting, safety reviews, and follow-up activities to address workplace concerns and support continuous operational improvement.

• Provide administrative and analytical support for executive management initiatives, including research, project coordination, briefing development, and cross-departmental collaboration.

• Lead special projects and monitor program performance to improve operational efficiency, mitigate risks, support strategic priorities, and ensure the effective delivery of departmental services.

Position-Specific Details: Location: Office of Aging and Adult Services / AD FINANCE & SUPPORT SVCS-SO / East Baton Rouge Parish Appointment Type: This position will be filled as a Job appointment (temporary appointment that may last up to 48 months). This position is filled as a Job Appointment (JA), a temporary appointment that may last up to 48 months. Selection into this position does not constitute a permanent appointment, and continued employment beyond the appointment period is not guaranteed.Cost Center: 3201010400 Position Number(s): 50478758

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: Debbie Parris Thymes [email protected]

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.