<p>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.</p> <p>Learn more about Louisiana Department of Health</p> <p>This position may be filled in the following parish(es): East Baton Rouge</p> <p>Join our team in a high-impact leadership role where your expertise in financial strategy, operations, and data analytics directly supports critical services for individuals with developmental disabilities. In this position, you will lead the agency's core fiscal and operational functions-overseeing budgeting, contracting, rate setting, audit activities, and administrative operations to ensure financial integrity, regulatory compliance, and program effectiveness.</p> <p>You will direct business intelligence and analytics efforts that inform strategic planning and policy decisions, including oversight of budget development, monitoring, and projections for major programs such as Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers and Medicaid managed care initiatives. This role plays a key part in translating complex data into actionable insights that improve outcomes, strengthen accountability, and guide resource allocation.</p> <p>Working across programmatic, fiscal, compliance, and IT teams, you will ensure high-quality service delivery through continuous monitoring and evaluation, while maintaining alignment with federal and state requirements. You will also oversee data systems and collaborate with IT partners to enhance reporting capabilities and modernize information management.</p> <p>As a senior leader, you will guide administrative operations, support executive decision-making, and develop strategies to maintain budget stability and operational efficiency. You will also oversee emergency preparedness and continuity of operations to ensure services remain uninterrupted during crisis situations.</p> <p>This is your opportunity to combine leadership, analytical expertise, and strategic vision to strengthen programs and make a meaningful impact.</p> <p>Applicants with the following are encouraged to apply: </p> <ul> <li>Experience in public-sector financial management, including budgeting, contracting, rate setting, and audits  </li><li>Strong leadership experience managing multidisciplinary teams  </li><li>Knowledge of federal and state compliance requirements  </li><li>Experience with large, complex budgets and multiple funding streams  </li><li>Background in data analytics and performance management  </li><li>Experience in health and human services or working with vulnerable populations preferred  </li><li>Excellent communication and strategic thinking skills </li></ul> <p>Two years of the required experience for the following minimum qualifications must have been at the managerial level or above:</p> <p>Eight years of experience in developing, managing, or evaluating administrative programs, operational programs, or special projects or initiatives within a public or private sector organization; OR</p> <p>Six years of full-time experience in any field plus five years of experience in developing, managing, or evaluating administrative programs, operational programs, or special projects or initiatives within a public or private sector organization; OR</p> <p>A bachelor's degree plus five years of experience in developing, managing, or evaluating administrative programs, operational programs, or special projects or initiatives within a public or private sector organization; OR</p> <p>An advanced degree, or a Juris Doctorate, plus four years of experience in developing, managing, or evaluating administrative programs, operational programs, or special projects or initiatives within a public or private sector organization.</p> <p>EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:</p> <p>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.</p> <p>The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.Job Duties:</p> <p>Key Responsibilities</p> <ul> <li>Lead budgeting, financial management, contracting, rate setting, and audit oversight  </li><li>Direct business intelligence and analytics, including data reporting, forecasting, and performance analysis  </li><li>Oversee large, complex budgets and ensure alignment with strategic and compliance requirements  </li><li>Monitor program utilization, expenditures, and outcomes to drive improvements and mitigate risk  </li><li>Ensure quality, accountability, and compliance across service delivery systems  </li><li>Collaborate with IT to manage and enhance data systems and reporting tools  </li><li>Guide administrative operations, including procurement, personnel coordination, and resource management  </li><li>Advise executive leadership on financial strategy, policy, and operational issues  </li><li>Develop budget strategies, including projections, adjustments, and revenue optimization  </li><li>Lead emergency preparedness and continuity of operations efforts  </li></ul> <p>Position-Specific Details:</p> <p>Location: Office for Citizens with Developmental Disabilities  / Admin/Finance/Programmatic / East Baton Rouge Parish</p> <p>Appointment Type: This position may be filled as a Probationary appointment</p> <p>Cost Center: 3401010100</p> <p>Position Number(s): 174179</p> <p>How To Apply:</p> <p>No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.</p> <p>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. </p> <ul> <li>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. </li></ul> <p>For information on how to check your application status and understand status updates, please click HERE.</p> <p>Contact Information:</p> <p>Debbie Parris-Thymes</p> <p>Debbie.Parris-Thymes2@la.gov</p> <p>LA Department of Health (LDH)</p> <p>Division of Human Resources</p> <p>PO Box 4818</p> <p>Baton Rouge, LA 70821</p> <p>225-342-6477</p> <p>This organization participates in E-verify, and for more information on E-verify, please contact DHS at 1-888-464-4218. </p> <p>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. </p> <p>Information on the Louisiana Works, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available here.</p> <p>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.</p>