Pharmacist Compliance Officer

Pharmacist Compliance Officer

Salary

$8,376.00 - $15,101.00 Monthly

Location

Baton Rouge, LA

Job Type

Classified

Job Number

LDI-2026-36

Department

Insurance-Commissioner of Insurance

Opening Date

07/06/2026

Closing Date

7/20/2026 11:59 PM Central

• Description
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About this Job

The mission of the Department of Insurance is to enforce the insurance laws and regulations of the state impartially, honestly and expeditiously.

The Louisiana Department of Insurance is seeking a qualified professional to serve as the Pharmacist Compliance Officer in the Office of Health, Life & Annuity, Pharmacy Benefit Manager (PBM) Enforcement Division. This position serves as the Departments lead investigator and technical expert for pharmacy benefit manager compliance by conducting investigations, supporting enforcement activities, and overseeing routine regulatory oversight efforts. The position works closely with the Pharmacist Chief Compliance Officer to promote compliance with applicable state and federal laws governing pharmacy benefit managers.

Minimum Qualifications

Possession of a current Louisiana license to practice pharmacy plus three years of experience as a licensed pharmacist.

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:

As the Pharmacist Compliance Officer in the Office of Health, Life & Annuity/PBM Enforcement Division you will/may:

• Lead and conduct compliance reviews, investigations, audits, and analyses involving pharmacy benefit managers to ensure compliance with applicable state and federal laws, regulations, and Department requirements.
• Review filings, investigative findings, reports, and other compliance information to identify potential violations and develop recommendations for appropriate regulatory or enforcement actions.
• Coordinate enforcement activities involving pharmacy benefit managers by gathering evidence, preparing case documentation, assisting with administrative actions, license matters, fines, and providing testimony during enforcement proceedings.
• Develop and maintain internal policies, procedures, and guidance supporting the Departments pharmacy benefit manager compliance, investigation, and enforcement programs.
• Advise the Pharmacist Chief Compliance Officer on complex compliance issues, regulatory decisions, and enforcement strategies involving pharmacy benefit managers.
• Supervise assigned staff, assign and review work, and assist with the oversight of contracts and contract personnel supporting pharmacy benefit manager oversight activities.
• Serve as a subject matter expert by providing guidance and consultation to Department leadership, healthcare professionals, government agencies, stakeholders, and the public on pharmacy benefit manager and related regulatory matters.
• Monitor changes in state and federal laws, regulations, litigation, and industry trends affecting pharmacy benefit managers and health insurance to support effective regulatory oversight.
• Assist with the collection of Department-ordered fees, assessments, and other compliance-related obligations while performing additional pharmacy benefit manager oversight duties as assigned.

Position-Specific Details:

Division/Location: Office of Health, Life & Annuity/PBM Enforcement Division

Appointment Type: Probational

Career Progression: This position will be filled as a Pharmacist Compliance Officer.

Compensation: The salary will be determined based on qualifications and experience within the established pay range.

How To Apply:

NO CIVIL SERVICE exam is required 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:

For further information about this vacancy, contact:

Dr. Phillip Donagriche

Human Resources Division

Louisiana Department of Insurance

P.O. Box 94214

Baton Rouge, LA 70804

Phillip.Donagriche@ldi.la.gov

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.

Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.

As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:

Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/

Parental Leave - Up to six weeks paid parental leave

More information can be found at https://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx

Holidays and Leave - State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:

• New Years Day
• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,
• Mardi Gras,
• Good Friday,
• Memorial Day,
• Independence Day,
• Labor Day,
• Veterans Day,
• Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
• Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor

State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.

Retirement - State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to):

• Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org). LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system
• Teachers Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org),
• Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others

01

Do you possess a current Louisiana license to practice pharmacy?

• Yes
• No

02

If you answered "YES" to the question above, please list the license TYPE, NUMBER, ORIGINAL ISSUE DATE, and EXPIRATION DATE. If you answered "NO", enter N/A NOTEORIGINAL issue date must be provided (NOT most recent renewal) as your experience will be credited from the date you put here when you attained your license.

03

Do you have professional experience conducting compliance reviews, inspections, audits, or investigations involving pharmacies, pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs), health insurers, healthcare organizations, or other regulated entities?

• Yes
• No

04

If you answered "YES" to the question above, describe your experience conducting compliance reviews, inspections, audits, or investigations. Include the types of entities you regulated, your role, and your primary responsibilities. If you answered "No," enter "N/A."

05

Do you have professional experience interpreting and applying state or federal laws, rules, regulations, or industry standards related to pharmacy practice, pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs), health insurance, or healthcare regulation?

• Yes
• No

06

If you answered "YES" to the question above, describe your experience interpreting and applying applicable laws, regulations, or compliance requirements, including how they were applied in your role. If you answered "No," enter "N/A."

07

Do you have professional experience coordinating or participating in regulatory enforcement actions, administrative hearings, adjudication proceedings, or providing testimony related to regulatory compliance matters?

• Yes
• No

08

If you answered "YES" to the question above, describe your experience supporting enforcement actions, administrative hearings, adjudications, or providing testimony, including your role and responsibilities. If you answered "No," enter "N/A."

09

Do you have professional experience supervising employees, assigning and reviewing work, assisting with the management of contractors or contract personnel, or developing compliance policies or procedures?

• Yes
• No

10

If you answered "YES" to the question above, describe your supervisory, leadership, or policy development experience, including your responsibilities for assigning and reviewing work, contractor oversight, or developing compliance policies or procedures. If you answered "No," enter "N/A."

11

Imagine your supervisor has tasked you with leading the design, planning, and implementation of a review of a company suspected of noncompliance with the Insurance Code. Describe how you would approach and fulfill this request.

12

Describe a time when you had to develop and execute a strategy to resolve a complex problem.

13

Describe your approach to building consensus among stakeholders and leadership.

Required Question

Employer State of Louisiana

Address 1201 N 3rd St

Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70802

Phone (866) 783-5462

Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/louisiana/default.cfm