New Job Wic Technology Services Manager (Program Manager I) - 61007525 In South Carolina

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Completes Employee performance and development plan in accordance with Agency guidelines. Supervises, directs, and lead the WIC (Women, Infants and Children) Technology Services Unit. Promotes implementation of DHEC Strategic Plan.

Responsible for WIC’s Management Information System (MIS), and eWIC processor contracts.

Coordinates, leads, and participates in collaborative planning, development, and execution of program activities to optimize and modernize WIC Services and associated technologies.
Serves as the subject-matter expert (SME) for USDA/FNS (United States Department of Agricultural / Food Nutrition Services) technical requirements, policies, and WIC technologies.

Responsible for the technology support of WIC Services.

Participates and ensures staff participation in all required meetings; completes bureau and agency training by deadlines; and other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery.

State Minimum Requirements: A bachelor's degree and relevant program experience.

Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

Agency Additional Requirements: Knowledge of the Women, Infant's and Children (WIC) Program regulations, policies and directives. Skills in developing, writing, and presenting complex information to a variety of individuals or groups. Exceptional organizational, communications and interpersonal skills. Skills in using standard office software applications (Microsoft Suites). Ability to analyze problems and develop solutions; work under time constraints; handle changing priorities; establish cooperative working relationships; prioritize and plan assignments; and, plan, assign, and supervise the work of others. Three (3) years management experience preferred.

Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring.

DRIVING RECORD: If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver’s license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.

SC DHEC is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employing agency. We are committed to a diverse workforce. SC DHEC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• 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
• REMOTE WORK: The option to work partially remote is available after six (6) months of employment if it applies to the position.