Deputy Assistant Secretary 3 bei State of Louisiana, LA

About the Department

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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As the Deputy Assistant Secretary 3 of the Health Standards Section, you’ll oversee critical healthcare operations impacting over 9,000 providers statewide. You'll lead a team of 210+ professionals across 9 offices, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations for Medicare, Medicaid, and other vital health programs. This high-impact leadership role combines strategic oversight, regulatory expertise, and budget management—helping shape healthcare delivery for millions of Louisiana residents. If you're a dynamic leader ready to drive quality, safety, and innovation in healthcare, we want you on our team!

Position Duties

Two years of the required experience for the following minimum qualifications must have been at the managerial level or above:

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

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

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

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.

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.

Minimum Qualifications

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

Other Qualifications

Job Duties:

• Directs and oversees statewide operations of the Health Standards Section (HSS), including supervision of medical certification supervisors, managers, specialists, and administrative staff to ensure compliance with federal and state mandates.
• Provides leadership in healthcare licensure and regulatory oversight, ensuring the health, safety, and welfare of citizens receiving services in licensed and certified healthcare facilities.
• Manages and coordinates legislative, regulatory, and rulemaking activities for HSS, including analyzing proposed legislation, developing policies, and revising regulations to maintain up-to-date standards of practice.
• Oversees registries and investigations related to direct service workers, certified nursing assistants, and hospice attendants, including handling abuse/neglect/exploitation cases and recommending appropriate disciplinary actions.
• Leads emergency preparedness and response efforts for licensed and certified healthcare facilities statewide, serving as an LDH representative in coordination with state and federal agencies.
• Directs financial planning and budget management for all HSS operations, including state budget requests, federal grants, contracts, and interagency agreements to support mandated activities.
• Represents LDH and HSS in high-level consultations and collaborations with legislators, providers, public officials, and professional organizations, providing regulatory guidance, resolving conflicts, and ensuring program goals are met.

Location: Office of Secretary / Health Standards / East Baton Rouge Parish

Appointment Type:  Job appointment (temporary appointment that may last up to 48 months) 

Cost Center:  3071040205

Position Number(s):  176603

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

[email protected]

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.