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Medicaid Program Manager 1--B


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.

Learn more about Louisiana Department of Health

This position may be filled in the following parishes: East Baton Rouge Parish

Join the Louisiana Department of Health and play a key role in supporting the state’s largest healthcare program! As part of the Bureau of Health Services Financing, you will help manage and oversee the Medicaid administrative budget, support operational planning, and ensure compliance with federal and state regulations. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate across multiple LDH offices, contribute to strategic initiatives, and have a direct impact on the healthcare services provided to over 1.6 million Louisiana residents. You’ll gain hands-on experience in financial management, auditing, contracts, and program operations while helping shape the future of Medicaid in the state.

This is a promotional opportunity open only to current permanent employees in a classified position with Louisiana Department of Health.

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; 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 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; 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.

Qualifications

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.Job Duties:

  • Support the development, coordination, and oversight of the BHSF Operational Plan and performance reporting within LaPAS.
  • Disseminate guidance and instructions to BHSF sections and coordinate Operational Plans for inclusion in the administrative budget request.
  • Ensure all plan submissions and revisions comply with LDH budget requirements and state and federal guidelines.
  • Assist in the development and management of BHSF’s administrative budget, collaborating with Section Chiefs, leadership, and LDH management on fiscal objectives.
  • Provide technical support in budget formulation, forecasting, and trend analysis to guide short- and long-term financial planning.
  • Coordinate the preparation of annual budget requests, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, policies, and memoranda of understanding.
  • Perform daily financial oversight for assigned budget units, including expenditure tracking, projection, and analysis.
  • Monitor and refine cost allocation plans, validate allocation adjustments, and ensure accurate federal reporting and compliance.
  • Provide guidance to analysts on GASB 87 lease compliance and supervise staff responsible for supporting operational and financial data.

Position-Specific Details:
Location: Medical Vendor Administration / Financial Management and Operations/ East Baton Rouge Parish

Appointment Type: This is a promotional opportunity open only to current permanent employees in a classified position with Louisiana Department of Health.

Cost Center: 3052070200

Position Number(s): 50332168

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:

Shambrielle Pooler

Shambrielle.Pooler@la.gov

LA Department of Health (LDH)

Division of Human Resources

PO Box 4818

Baton Rouge, LA 70821

225-342-6477

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.

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.

Date Posted
03/18/2026
Job Reference
MVA/SP/218946
Organization
LDH-Medical Vendor Administration
Location
Baton Rouge, LA
Category
Health Policy Management
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