Office of Highway Safety and Justice Programs - Program Manager II - (60019020)

Salary: $81,192.00 - $146,166.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 195024
Agency: Department of Public Safety
Opening Date: 11/10/2026
Closing Date: 11/18/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: AH50
Position Number::
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: GEN12
Hiring Range - Min.: $81,192.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $125,305.00

Job Responsibilities
Directs and manages several diverse federal and state grant programs within the Office of Highway Safety and Justice Programs (OHSJP). This includes direct oversight of the Justice Grant Program, Highway Safety Grant Program, and the School Resource Officer (SRO) Program, which are of significant impact to South Carolina.
Directs activities related to the administration of the Justice Grant Program. Coordinates with federal, state, and local officials on criminal justice/juvenile justice program development and planning. Recommends, develops, and implements policy and procedural changes related to the management and administration of the Criminal Justice/Juvenile Grant Programs. Manages expenditure of these funds on an annual basis to achieve the greatest return.
Directs activities related to the administration of the Highway Safety Grant Program. Coordinates with federal, state, and local officials on highway safety program development and planning. Recommends, develops and implements policy and procedural changes related to the management and administration of the Highway Safety Grant Program. Manages expenditure of these funds on an annual basis to achieve the greatest return.
Directs activities related to the administration of the SRO Program. Coordinates with state and local officials on SRO program development and planning. Recommends, develops and implements policy and procedural changes related to the management and administration of the SRO Program. Manages expenditure of these funds on an annual basis to achieve the greatest return.
Provides oversight and guidance into strategic highway safety planning activities and serves as OHSJP's liaison to state and federal officials regarding the state's Strategic Highway Safety Plan. Attends planning meetings and provides input into the development and implementation of countermeasures to reduce traffic crashes and traffic-related injuries and deaths.
Conducts quality performance reviews on subordinates. Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
State Minimum Requirements:

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

• A bachelor's degree and relevant experience in planning, research and program management.
• Supervisory experience required.
• Must have experience in administering grants.
• Ability to provide proper direction and guidance for the administration of federal and state grant programs within the OHSHP.
• Ability to interpret and apply federal and state rules and regulations.
• Ability to conduct presentations for large groups and speak effectively in both public and media-type settings.
• Must have excellent organizational, attention to detail, and oral/written communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with governmental and other entities.
• This position entails a great deal of responsibility for providing assistance with directing and implementing major programs that are vital to the office and agency.

Additional Comments
Employee works under limited supervision and must assume full responsibility for the successful management of assigned programs. Occasional in-state and out-of-state travel required.
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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Your responses to the Supplemental Questions and your application will determine if you meet the minimum qualification requirements. You must fully complete the Education, Work Experience, and Supplemental Questions sections with detailed descriptions of qualifying experience that reflect the minimum qualifications. Do not submit a resume in place of these sections. Incomplete or insufficient information may result in your application being rejected. Any misrepresentation or omissions may result in disqualification from employment and/or termination. Applicants must provide documentation verifying their education, such as transcripts, diplomas, or degrees, before an offer of employment is extended.I have read the above statement and understand that failure to provide sufficient and detailed information may result in my application being rejected. I also understand that I may not submit resumes in lieu of filling out the application or answering the Supplemental Questions. I acknowledge that I have read, understand and agree with the above.

• Yes
• No

02

I understand that prior to employment being offered by the South Carolina Department of Public Safety (SCDPS), my personal identifying information will be used to conduct a criminal records investigation and a comprehensive driving history review. Furthermore, I understand that if I accept employment with SCDPS, my fingerprints will be collected and submitted to the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) to conduct a final criminal records investigation on my first day of employment.

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have at least a bachelor's degree and relevant experience in planning, research, and program management?

• Yes.
• No.

04

Please briefly describe your relevant experience in planning, research and program management.
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Do you have Supervisory experience?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have working knowledge of the procedures involved in administering competitive grant programs?

• Yes
• No

07

If you answered yes to the previous question, please briefly describe your relevant experience.
08

Are you willing to travel in-state and out-of-state when necessary?

• Yes
• No

09

If offered this position, are you willing to accept a salary between $81,192 - $125,305?

• Yes
• No

10

How did you find out about this position?

• State Government Website (careers.sc.gov)
• Career Fair
• Social Media
• Friend
• SCDPS Employee
• Other

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If you answered SCDPS employee, please list the employee's full name if possible. If you answered other, please indicate how you found out about this position, otherwise write N/A.
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