Medical Education Program Manager Jobs in Baton Rouge, LA

About this Job 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 Make a statewide impact by leading legislative and policy initiatives that shape the future of public health in Louisiana. This exciting role offers the opportunity to collaborate with executive leadership, government officials, and community partners to develop policies, influence legislation, and improve health outcomes across the state.

Minimum Qualifications 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.

Job Specification The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here. Job Duties and Other Information Job Duties: Coordinates legislative activities by tracking bills, amendments, and legislative actions; preparing fiscal and programmatic materials; and ensuring compliance with legislative deadlines. Serves as the primary policy advisor by developing, implementing, and maintaining agency policies, regulations, and procedures that align with departmental goals and state requirements.

Researches, analyzes, and evaluates legislation, policies, and regulatory issues to provide recommendations and support informed executive decision-making. Develops policy briefs, reports, testimony, talking points, fact sheets, and other materials for executive leadership, legislators, government officials, and stakeholders. Collaborates with LDH leadership, government agencies, and community partners to coordinate legislative, regulatory, and policy initiatives that impact agency programs and services.

Oversees legislative and policy tracking systems, monitors implementation of enacted legislation, and ensures timely completion of required reports, studies, and compliance activities. Supports emergency preparedness efforts by participating in emergency response activities, maintaining required training, and performing assigned emergency preparedness responsibilities. Position-Specific Details: Location: Office of Women's Health and Community Health / East Baton Rouge Parish Appointment Type: This position may be filled as a Job appointment (temporary appointment that may last up to 48 months) Cost Center: 3501010100 Position Number(s): 50653856 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

For information on how to check your application status and understand status updates, please click HERE. Contact Information: Paul Tran Paul.Tran3@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 Louisiana Works and 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.