Program Manager 1-A-LDH

State of Louisiana • Baton Rouge, LA

10h • Onsite

About The Position

Join the Office of Behavioral Health (OBH) and help make a meaningful difference in the lives of Louisiana residents! OBH is dedicated to building a comprehensive, person-centered behavioral health system that promotes recovery, resilience, and improved quality of life for individuals and families. In this role, you’ll contribute to the delivery and support of accessible, effective behavioral health services while collaborating with partners across Louisiana. If you’re passionate about strengthening communities and supporting positive outcomes, we encourage you to apply!

Requirements

• 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
• 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
• 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
• 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
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Manages and monitors OBH fiscal activities to ensure expenditures align with approved spending plans, budgets, and appropriations.
• Directs revenue projections, develops financial forecasts, and monitors budget structures to support effective fiscal management and prevent overspending.
• Develops and implements short- and long-term plans, goals, and objectives for the annual budget process and recommends improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
• Plans, develops, and evaluates policies, procedures, and standards for preparing and administering OBH’s annual operating budget.
• Reviews budget requests, facilitates budget allocations and adjustments, and provides technical assistance and training to fiscal, programmatic, and departmental staff.
• Prepares and analyzes monthly and quarterly expenditure reports, communicates financial results to leadership, and provides recommendations to support informed fiscal decisions.
• Prepares fiscal impact statements and other financial documentation related to legislation and rulemaking, coordinates responses to legislative and executive actions, and ensures compliance with applicable state and federal requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager