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Program Manager 1A-LDH (Rural Health Development Manager)

State Of Louisiana


Job Location:

Baton Rouge, LA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 5023 - 9856
Posted: 15 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 12 September 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy
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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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Help shape the future of healthcare in rural Louisiana! As the Rural Health Development Manager youll lead initiatives that strengthen healthcare systems expand access to quality care and improve health outcomes in rural and underserved communities across the state. Working with local leaders healthcare providers and state partners youll help secure resources drive innovative solutions and support programs that make a lasting impact on community health. This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic and collaborative leader who is passionate about improving healthcare access and advancing rural health initiatives throughout Louisiana.

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:

  • Coordinate statewide rural health initiatives by collaborating with healthcare providers community organizations and stakeholders to improve access to care and strengthen healthcare systems in rural and underserved communities.
  • Support the development and expansion of rural health services including federally qualified health centers rural health clinics provider networks and other healthcare access initiatives.
  • Provide technical assistance education and consultation to rural healthcare organizations on program development operational improvement quality initiatives and healthcare system enhancement strategies.
  • Administer and coordinate State Office of Rural Health Medicare Flexibility and Small Rural Hospital Improvement Program grant activities including site visits application support contract administration reporting and stakeholder engagement.
  • Develop maintain and disseminate resources educational materials funding opportunities and public health information to rural healthcare providers partners and communities.
  • Lead rural emergency preparedness initiatives by assisting healthcare providers with emergency planning training exercises compliance requirements and response coordination before during and after emergencies and disasters.
  • Represent the Office of Rural Health through participation in meetings conferences committees and statewide initiatives while monitoring program activities documenting technical assistance efforts and supporting strategic rural health improvement efforts across Louisiana.

Position-Specific Details:

Location: Office of Public Health / Bureau of Primary Care and Rural Health / East Baton Rouge Parish

Appointment Type:This position may be filled as aJob appointment (temporary appointment that may last up to 48 months)

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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.


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Contact Information:

Paul Tran

LA Department of Health (LDH)

Division of Human Resources

PO Box 4818

Baton Rouge LA 70821


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LDH supports Louisianas commitment to being a State as a Model Employer (SAME) by promoting the recruitment hiring and retention of individuals with disabilities.


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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.


Required Experience:

Manager