Salary: $79,600.00 - $143,300.00 Annually
Location : Lexington County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 177682
Agency: Department of Education
Opening Date: 07/03/2025
Closing Date: 7/11/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: AH50
Position Number:: 61110023
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: GEN12
Hiring Range - Min.: $79,600.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $111,500.00
Opening Date: 07/03/2025
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Interested persons must complete a State Employment Application at www.careers.sc.gov. Applications will not be accepted after the closing date. The South Carolina Department of Education does not accept faxed, mailed, or hand delivered applications.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities

The person in this position will be the primary contact for all policy matters before the State Board of Education (SBE). Coordinate with the Superintendent regarding matters before the State Board of Education and is the primary point of contact between the Superintendent's Office and the State Board of Education. Prepare and deliver presentations to the State Board of Education on behalf of the Superintendent and/or the various offices of the agency. Attend events on behalf of the Superintendent and give presentations when required. Serve as the Superintendent's designee, as requested, on various boards and commissions. Coordinate with the Deputy Superintendent for Legal Affairs and Office of General Cousel regarding regulations, model policies, and other policy matters before the State Board of Education. Work with legislative delegations on all matters related to the State Board of Education, including filling vacant positions on the State Board of Education. Plan and prepare annual board orientation and training. Proactively seek opportunities to supplement board member training throughout the year. Serve in a policy support and advisory capacity to the SBE. Provide assistance to the Superintendent as required.

This position is located in the Office of Government Relations and Policy.
Minimum and Additional Requirements

A Bachelor's degree and relevant program management experience.

Preferred Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree and work experience with public entity board administration and work experience as a policy liaison preferred. Experience serving on and/or chairing a board desired.
Additional Comments
ONLY THOSE APPLICANTS CHOSEN FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE NOTIFIED BY LETTER THAT THE POSITION HAS BEEN FILLED.
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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Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted or reviewed in lieu of the application. I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

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I understand that a criminal record investigation will be conducted prior to employment being offered by the South Carolina Department of Education. My personal identifying information will be processed through the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED).

• Yes
• No

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Do you have a Bachelor's degree and relevant program management experience?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have a Bachelor's degree and work experience with public entity board administration and work experience as a policy liaison?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have experience serving on and/or chairing a board?

• Yes
• No

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How did you hear about this position?

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