Repost Project Manager I / 61146028

Job Responsibilities

Special Notice: This is a REPOST -- Previous applicants need not re-apply for this position.

Do you have a passion to provide meaningful contributions to your community?Would you like to be part of an organization whose central mission is helping to protect, stabilize and strengthen the lives of South Carolina's children, families, and vulnerable adults? If so, the SC Department of Social Serviceshas the right job opportunity for you!

Job Duties:

• The Project Manager I will plan, execute, and finalize projects according to priority, and within deadlines and within budget. This includes acquiring resources and coordinating the efforts of team members and third-party contractors or consultants in order to deliver projects according to approved plan. The Project Manager will also assist in defining the project's objectives and oversee quality control through its life cycle. IT projects involved are related to Systems Integration, IT infrastructure, IT operations, and Cybersecurity. This position reports to the Division of Technology Services Director of Service Delivery in Columbia.

• Tracks and manages active and pending Network Operations projects. Create and maintain project proposals, plans and updates, and maintain project documentation. Oversees development and execution of communication plan about project impact and status; prepare status reports and provide updates to project stakeholders, partners, and DTS leadership team.

• Facilitates the procurement process required by Network Operations projects, maintain vendor relationships, including tracking contract requirements to ensure vendors' contract requirements are fulfilled.

• Coordinates and facilitates projects undertaken in collaboration with the Agency information security team. Ensure Network Operations projects comply with identified State and Federal security policy, principles, and practices.

• Works with program areas and end users, as the initial point of contact, to identify and communicate user impact of requested technology projects, and coordinate with technical teams to establish requirements, budget, and timeline for the selection, installation, and application of solutions and services to address technology needs or correct issues identified by program areas.

• Works with DTS senior management in the development and implementation of information technology strategic plans that identify current resources and service gaps, recommends improvements, and prioritizes projects to maintain the Agency's technical ability to support DSS mission critical services.

• Perform Red Cross shelter duty or other emergency shelter duty/services as directed.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

A Bachelor's degree and relevant project management experience; or any equivalent combination of education, relevant training, certification, and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the position.

Preferred Qualifications

Certification as a Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM). Experience in program management. Experience in project management for a State or Federal entity.

Additional Comments

This application for employment with the SC Department of Social Services must be completed in its entirety.A resume may be included; but shall not be substituted in lieu of the completion of this application in part or in whole. "See Resume" is not acceptable information for the completion of any part of the requirements of this application.If such is submitted, this employment application will be considered incomplete and may not be forwarded as eligible for consideration to hiring managers.

Some overnight travel may be required. A valid driver's license is required.

If you certify, by completion and submission of this application, that you possess educational credentials that qualify you for the available DSS positions, you will be required to provide a certified official transcript, if you are selected for job offer.

The South Carolina Department of Social Services offers an exceptional benefits package that includes:

• Health, Dental, Vison, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children

• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year

• 15 days sick leave per year

• 13 paid holidays

• Paid Parental Leave

• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Program

DIVISION: Information Systems / Richland County