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Economic Stability Area Director (DCFS Area Director)



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 offers the opportunity to shape and oversee Economic Stability services for the Covington Region. Under the direction of the ES Regional Administrator, the position leads day-to-day administrative, operational, and service delivery functions, while overseeing regional workforce and resource decisions. As a key member of the ES management team, the incumbent will collaborate on developing strategies, goals, and objectives that advance the mission of and strengthen services for families and communities across the region.

Requirements

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 bachelor's 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.

Qualifications

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Job Duties:
  • Program Performance & Quality Oversight
     Analyze and assess the effectiveness of Economic Stability programs by reviewing performance data and outcome measures; develop and implement strategies to improve service delivery, address performance gaps, and modify or clarify procedures as needed.
  • Strategic Implementation & Operational Management
    Ensure ES Managers implement regional strategies, goals, and objectives; monitor operations to ensure alignment with the mission of  ES and the Covington Region, updating plans as policies, trends, or service delivery needs change.
  • Policy Compliance & Problem Resolution
     Provide guidance and oversight to ensure consistent and accurate application of policies and procedures; establish and maintain systems to measure quality and performance, troubleshoot operational issues, and recommend effective solutions.
  • Workforce Management & Staff Development
     Oversee recruitment, interviewing, and selection or promotion processes in accordance with applicable laws and policies; identify training needs, ensure appropriate instruction is provided, approve leave, monitor overtime, and recommend or initiate disciplinary actions as necessary.
  • Leadership, Performance Management & Team Development
     Foster a high-performance work environment through positive leadership and teamwork; set expectations, communicate progress, provide ongoing feedback, conduct evaluations, support staff development, and ensure subordinate managers carry out performance management responsibilities effectively and timely.
  • Stakeholder Engagement & Sensitive Case Management
     Build and maintain effective internal and external relationships; represent ES and the Covington Region at meetings and public forums, participate in committees and task forces, and collaborate with the  ES Regional Administrator to manage sensitive or high-profile issues, ensuring timely reporting and recommending corrective actions.

Position-Specific Details:

Location: Medical Vendor Administration / ES Covington - Managers and Above Region 9 FSA 1 / LIvingston Parish

Appointment Type: This position may be filled as a Probationary appointment, Promotional appointment , Job appointment (temporary appointment that may last up to 48 months) or Detail to Special Duty, 

Cost Center: 305213019

Position Number(s): 50689386


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:

Patricia Walker

Patricia.Walker.DCFS@la.gov

LA Department of Health (LDH)

Division of Human Resources

PO Box 4818

Baton Rouge, LA 70821225-342-6477


This organization participates in E-verify, and for more information on E-verify, please contact DHS at 1-888-464-4218. 


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. 


Information on the Louisiana Works, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available here.

Date Posted
01/28/2026
Job Reference
MVA/PAW/216907
Organization
LDH-Medical Vendor Administration
Location
Covington, LA 70802
Category
Executive
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