PROGRAM MANAGER 3 - SOCIAL SERVICES

Posting number: 224016PROGMAN307.28.26TG

Department: DCFS-Department of Children and Family Services

Job classification: PROGRAM MANAGER 3--SOCIAL SERVICES

Posting type: Open

Categories: Social Services, Program Management

Summary

Department MISSIONTo protect children, empower families, and strengthen communities so every child grows up safe, stable, and strong. Department VISIONA future where every child thrives in a loving environment, supported by empowered families and resilient communities.  Department VALUESTreating all people with dignity, compassion and respect, while providing services with integrity.
At The Department of Children and Family Services, our mission is to empower communities and improve lives by delivering responsive, inclusive, and forward-thinking public services. We are proud to serve the people of Louisiana with integrity, innovation, and a deep commitment to equity.  

Join Our Team at DCFS: Program Manager 3 - Social Services 

This position is responsible for developing, implementing and monitoring TANF contracts that exceed $160,000,000 annually. TANF is a block grant program that provides assistance and work opportunities to needy families by granting states the federal funds and wide flexibility to develop and implement their own welfare programs. 

If you're driven, collaborative, and ready to make an impact—this could be the opportunity for you! Examples of dutiesEight years of experience in administrative services, public health, social services, or health services; OR

Six years of work experience in any field plus five years of experience in administrative services, public health, social services, or health services; OR

A baccalaureate degree plus five years of experience in administrative services, public health, social services, or health services; OR

An advanced degree in a social science field, public health, counseling, social work, rehabilitation services, business, public, or health administration, or Juris Doctorate plus four years of experience in administrative services, public health, social services, or health 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. QualificationsThe official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here. Supplemental informationJob Duties

• Works closely with Federal partners to learn of new and innovative approaches to develop and oversee TANF funded programs. 
• Oversees responses to Federal, State, Legislative, and internal audits.
• Coordinates the training of new systems processes with Digital Services and ensure these training courses are amended as new processes are created. 
• Provides direct supervision to a Program Manager, and indirect supervision to six consultants. 
• Monitors staff performance by reviewing work product and observations of training and interactions with vendors.
• Attend meetings at the request of the legislature and Executive Management team ,m along with testifying before the legislature. 

Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type:  This position may be filled as a probational appointment or a job appointment that may last up to 48 months. Job appointments may convert to probational appointments. Also, it may be filled as a detail and promoted within 12 months or by promotion of a permanent classified employee.
Work Schedule:  Typically, work hours are 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday – Friday.  Flexible work schedules are available after meeting certain criteria and is dependent upon the position you are applying for.  Some positions require working shifts.  
Work Location: Baton Rouge, LA

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 this job title must be included in this application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Contact Information:
For further information about this vacancy, contact:
Yolanda Jackson
Yolanda.Jackson.DCFS@la.gov 
DCFS is an “Equal Opportunity Employer”, and Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.