Program Manager 1-B Ldh (Digital Services Project Management)
Job Location:
Baton Rouge, LA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
Job Summary
- About this Job
- Department MISSIONTo protect children empower families and strengthen communities so every child grows up safe stable and strong.Department VISIONA future where every child thrives in a loving environment supported by empowered families and resilient communities.Department VALUESTreating all people with dignity compassion and respect while providing services with integrity.
At The Department of Children and Family Services our mission is to empower communities and improve lives by delivering responsive inclusive and forward-thinking public services. We are proud to serve the people of Louisiana with integrity innovation and a deep commitment to equity.Join Our Team at DCFS: Project Manager 1-B - LDH - (Digital Services - Project Management)
This position works within the Digital Services Section for the Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS). Digital Services is responsible for enterprise project management and technology oversight across the department. The incumbent exercises direct supervision over 3 professional level Program Manager 1As.. The role requires advanced knowledge and expertise in project management information technology and public sector program administration including familiarity with DCFS programs policies and regulatory requirements.
- 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 bachelors 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
- Manages the project management activities for one of the two project management teams within Digital Services. This includes ensuring compliance with project management standards agency policies and applicable state and federal regulations and communicating across functional areas to support successful project outcomes.
- Contributes to the development and execution of short- and long-range strategies to support agency initiatives and ensure alignment with organizational priorities by facilitating organizational change management (OCM) activities.
- Drafts reviews and manages contracts interagency agreements Data Sharing Agreements (DSAs) and Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) related to assigned projects. This includes reviewing and approving contract invoices to ensure adherence to contract provisions.
- Develops goals and performance standards for subordinate Digital Services staff. Ensures employees are trained to comply with internal controls and technology policies and procedures. This also includes evaluating and counseling personnel and reviewing and approving leave requests.
- Performs special projects and other duties as assigned.
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type:This position may be filled as a probational appointment or a job appointment that may last up to 48 months. Job appointments may convert to probational appointments. Also it may be filled as a detail and promoted within 12 months or by promotion of a permanent classified employee.Work Schedule: Typically work hours are 8:00 am to 4:30 pm Monday Friday. Flexible work schedules are available after meeting certain criteria and is dependent upon the position you are applying for. Some positions require working shifts.
Work Location: Baton Rouge LA
How To Apply:No Civil Service Test scoreis 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 this job title must be included in this application (i.e. relevant detailed experience/education). Resumes will notbe accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Louisiana HB 420 requires all prospective DCFS employees to complete and clear multiple background clearances prior to employment with this agency.Contact Information:
For further information about this vacancy contact:
HR Inquiry
DCFS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment hiring and retention of individuals with disabilities.
Required Experience:
IC
