Program Manager 1-A-LDH

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

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance Coverage

Parental Leave

Retirement Plans

Job summary

The Louisiana Department of Health, Office of Aging and Adult Services, is seeking a contract and property manager to oversee statewide contracts, leases, and related financial analysis. The role combines contract management with budget planning and strategic reporting across a multi-million-dollar portfolio in East Baton Rouge Parish.

This position requires extensive experience in health or social service program management, strong knowledge of procurement laws, and the ability to train program

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.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Serves as the primary contract and lease manager for OAAS, providing technical guidance on contract, RFP, and lease development, amendments, renewals, and related requirements.
• Provides training and consultation to program staff on applicable contract laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and the state procurement process.
• Maintains and monitors contract and RFP information in LaGov and the agency contract tracker, identifying delays or issues and coordinating with program staff, vendors, Legal, and the Office of State Procurement.
• Coordinates statewide lease activities, including preparing and reviewing lease documentation, processing renewals and cancellations, maintaining lease records, and serving as a liaison with LDH and state facility management offices.
• Monitors leased facilities and coordinates with safety liaisons, lessors, and risk management personnel to address maintenance, safety concerns, and potential hazards.
• Prepares weekly and monthly revenue and expenditure projections and reports for contracts and leases, utilizing LaGov data to support management decision-making and budget planning.
• Reviews contract and lease invoices for accuracy, ensures required documentation is complete, and coordinates payment processing while identifying and reporting errors or corrective actions as needed.

Skills

Contract management

Budget analysis

Policy/regulatory knowledge

Training & consultation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in public health, public administration, or related field

Advanced degree or JD with 3+ years experience

Tools

LaGov system

Office of State Procurement processes

Job description

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.

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

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

Put Your Expertise to Work for Louisiana!

Join the Louisiana Department of Health’s Office of Aging and Adult Services and play a key role in managing statewide contracts, leases, property, and grants that support essential services for Louisiana residents. This dynamic position combines contract and property management with financial analysis, reporting, and strategic planning across a $62+ million budget. If you’re ready to apply your analytical skills to meaningful work with statewide impact, we encourage you to apply!

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

Job Duties and Other Information

• Serves as the primary contract and lease manager for OAAS, providing technical guidance on contract, RFP, and lease development, amendments, renewals, and related requirements.
• Provides training and consultation to program staff on applicable contract laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and the state procurement process.
• Maintains and monitors contract and RFP information in LaGov and the agency contract tracker, identifying delays or issues and coordinating with program staff, vendors, Legal, and the Office of State Procurement.
• Coordinates statewide lease activities, including preparing and reviewing lease documentation, processing renewals and cancellations, maintaining lease records, and serving as a liaison with LDH and state facility management offices.
• Monitors leased facilities and coordinates with safety liaisons, lessors, and risk management personnel to address maintenance, safety concerns, and potential hazards.
• Prepares weekly and monthly revenue and expenditure projections and reports for contracts and leases, utilizing LaGov data to support management decision-making and budget planning.
• Reviews contract and lease invoices for accuracy, ensures required documentation is complete, and coordinates payment processing while identifying and reporting errors or corrective actions as needed.

Position-Specific Details

Location: Office of Aging and Adult Services / Headquarters - AD FINANCE & SUPPORT SVCS-SO / East Baton Rouge Parish

Appointment Type: This position may be filled as a Probationary appointment

Cost Center: 3201010400

Position Number(s): 50367304

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

• 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). These Retirement Systems Provide Retirement Allowances And Other Benefits For State Officers And Employees And Their Beneficiaries. State Retirement Systems May Include (but Are Not Limited To):

• Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org). LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system
• Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org),
• Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others

Additional Information

Information on the Louisiana Works, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available here.

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.

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.

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