Policy & Programs Lead, Administrative Services

State of Louisiana; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Children and Family Services in Baton Rouge, LA seeks an Administrative Program Manager 3 to lead policy development, compliance, and program administration within the Division of Management and Finance. The role requires strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills to improve operations across the unit.

You will oversee project work, coordinate with state agencies, and guide staff through complex administrative processes.

Qualifications

• Six years of experience in administrative services; OR six years of full-time work experience in any field plus three years of experience in administrative services; OR a bachelor's degree plus three years of experience in administrative services; OR an advanced degree plus two years of experience in 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.

Responsibilities

• Formulates policies and procedures within the confines of the requirements of federal and state laws, and oversees their implementation within the unit.
• Analyzes and interprets federal and state statutes, rules and regulations regarding leases, risk management, driver safety and telecommunications; advises Administrative Program Director 4 and Deputy Undersecretary 1 of operational and procedural changes which should be made.
• Interprets, analyzes and explains applicable state legislation, rules and regulations and procedures to subordinate staff, management, lessors and others.
• Monitors and oversees the productivity and quality of subordinates' work performance.
• May serve as a team leader for the development of new automated systems, training modules and program work groups.
• Facilitates and oversees special projects as assigned.

Job description

The Department of Children and Family Services in Baton Rouge, LA seeks an Administrative Program Manager 3 to lead policy development, compliance, and program administration within the Division of Management and Finance. The role requires strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills to improve operations across the unit.

You will oversee project work, coordinate with state agencies, and guide staff through complex administrative processes.