Job Details

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!

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

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

Job 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, 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.