Economic Stability Area Director
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Job Location:
Baton Rouge, LA - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 5860 - 10546
Posted on:
22 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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.
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This leadership role provides the opportunity to oversee and guide Economic Stability (ES) services for the Baton Rouge Region. Reporting to the ES Regional Administrator the position directs daily administrative operational and service delivery functions while managing regional workforce and resource decisions. As a key member of the ES management team the incumbent collaborates in developing strategies goals and objectives that support the mission of Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) and strengthen services for individuals and families across the region.
Minimum Qualifications
Three years of the required experience for the following minimum qualifications must have been at the supervisory level or above in Child Support Enforcement Child Welfare or Economic Stability programs:
Nine years of social services experience; OR
Six years of full-time experience in any field plus six years of social services experience; OR
A bachelors degree plus six years of social services experience; OR
An advanced degree in a social sciences field business public or health administration or a Juris Doctorate plus five years of 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.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:
- Analyze and assess the effectiveness of Economic Stability (ES) programs by reviewing performance data and outcome measures; develop and implement strategies to improve service delivery and identify procedures requiring modification or clarification.
- Ensure ES Managers implement established strategies goals and objectives; monitor and evaluate staff performance to ensure alignment with the mission of ES and the Baton Rouge Region and update plans as policies or service delivery trends change.
- Provide guidance and oversight to ES Managers to ensure programs are administered properly and in compliance with policies and procedures; implement ongoing systems to measure quality and performance troubleshoot operational issues and recommend effective solutions.
- Oversee recruitment interviewing and selection or promotion of staff in accordance with applicable laws and policies; identify training needs ensure job-related instruction is provided approve leave monitor overtime usage and recommend or initiate disciplinary actions as necessary.
- Develop and maintain effective internal and external working relationships to support ES goals and objectives; represent LDH and the Baton Rouge Region at meetings conferences hearings and other events and participate on committees and task forces as required.
- Foster a high-performance work environment through positive leadership and teamwork; establish performance expectations communicate regularly with staff provide feedback and corrective action conduct evaluations support professional development and ensure subordinate managers carry out performance management responsibilities accurately and timely.
Position-Specific Details:
Location: Medical Vendor Administration / Managers and Above Region 2 / East Baton Rouge Parish
Appointment Type:This position may be filled as aProbationary appointment Promotional appointment Job appointment (temporary appointment that may last up to 48 months) or Detail to Special Duty
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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.
Contact Information:
Casey Hickman
LA Department of Health (LDH)
Division of Human Resources
PO Box 4818Baton Rouge LA 70821
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Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
- Athletics
- Academics
- Facility Management
- Light Bus And Heavy Bus
- Data Analysis
- AutoCAD 2D
