Project Manager I

• Project Planning and Documentation: Prepare necessary documentation such as needs analysis, business case, and feasibility analysis to support project initiatives. Develop and maintain documentation throughout the entire project lifecycle.
• Project Lifecycle Management: Manage and direct the initiation, planning, execution, control, and closeout phases of the project lifecycle for small to moderately complex projects.
• Project Coordination: Coordinate and manage projects using project management methodologies from inception through completion. Define and prioritize project requirements.
• Budget and Schedule Control: Develop work plans, control budgets, scope, and schedules to ensure project deliverables, milestones, and required tasks are completed as planned.
• Communication Management: Oversee the development and execution of communication plans, which may include communicating with organizational leaders, elected officials, and the general public about the project's impact or status.
• Risk Management: Identify potential problems and facilitate problem resolution by determining or recommending and implementing a risk mitigation strategy.
• Quality Management: Assist in creating quality management plans and oversee project design to ensure compliance with federal and state laws, or agency criteria, codes, and regulations.
• Stay at the Forefront of Project Management Excellence: Continuously enhance project management expertise by engaging in self-study, reviewing professional journals, and participating in industry forums to integrate best practices.
• Drive Continuous Process Improvement: Lead initiatives focused on refining delivery methodologies and related processes, contributing to the organization's agility and competitive edge.

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Business Administration, Engineering, Computer Science, etc.).
• Two plus (2+) years of experience in project management with proficiency in technology.
• Proficient in planning, organizing, and managing strategic and tactical assignments and project management activities associated with state-wide enterprise and agency level information technology Initiatives.
• Expertise in managing the planning, execution, and successful delivery of numerous concurrent projects, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and fostering transformative outcomes.
• Experience in delivering insightful and timely project performance reporting, enabling data-driven decision-making and proactive strategy adjustments to drive success.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies. Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
• Ability to combine deep business knowledge with management skills to inspire teams, cultivate a collaborative culture, and achieve strategic goals.

• Health, Dental, Vision, 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.
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs.

State of South Carolina