Salary: $95,000.00 - $97,730.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 195081
Agency: Department of Motor Vehicles
Division: Driver Services Administration
Opening Date: 11/09/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Class Code:: AH50
Position Number::Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: GEN12
Hiring Range - Min.: $95,000.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $97,730.00
Job ResponsibilitiesDo you enjoy streamlining and continuously improving procedures? Are you passionate about leading others? If so, we may have the job for you. The SCDMV is seeking a Systems and Special Programs Officer to join our Driver Services team. If you are ready to put your amazing skills to work to help our agency function at its best, we cannot wait to meet you. Come join our team and find the keys to your future!This position is in the Driver Services Systems & Special Programs Unit, at SCDMV Headquarters, Blythewood, SC.Responsibilities of the Systems and Special Programs Officer- Leads all driver and, where applicable, identity-related system-of-record (SOR) and some sub-system-of-record improvements and amendments, along with the internal documentation requirements, by overseeing and managing superusers' prioritization, development, testing, scheduling, and implementation of change requests in the SCDMV SOR and any requirements to ancillary SORs that support the overall ecosystem of DL/ID issuance or violation/control requirements in the State.
- Develops, manages, and leads the ongoing governance for special programs including, but not limited to, E-Citation, Failure to Pay, and others integral into the identity confirmation requirements of people able to obtain DLs/IDs and those related to processing and applying verdicts and sanctions by holding regularly scheduled syncs with external partners, executing MOAs, maintaining rules and standards and compliance thereto, and aligning change requirements when necessary for both internal and external parties.
- Innovates workflows and processes to gain efficiencies statewide by fostering a continuous improvement culture and holding employees to standards that modernize interactions with and the workflows of the SCDMV.
- Advances the agency's system modernization project and participates in ongoing special assignments that may result from this project as it relates to systems and special programs in the driver/identity space.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum and Additional Requirements Minimum Requirements- A bachelor's degree and relevant program management experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted with prior approval.
Agency Requirements- Must complete a nationwide criminal background check to include finger printing.
Additional Requirements - Must have organizational skills to lead both people and programs of complex standards.
- Must be able to navigate multiple external stakeholders' needs and gain consensus despite a significant number of conflicting priorities.
- Must be able to learn and apply Title 56 requirements of the SC Code; 6 CFR Part 37; 23 CFR Part 1327; 49 CFR impacting CDL program; other relevant regulatory guidances if not already familiar.
- Must be provide management/guidance to employees, follow through with standards, requirements thereto.
- Must be a strong public speaker/writer.
- Employee must have exceptional judgement and is expected to lead and manage people and complex topics with care, accountability, metrics, and expertise.
- Receives general guidance from Director of Driver Services, but is expected to constantly pursue betterment of processes, workflows, technologies, and staff.
- Works in a climate controlled office in person in Blythewood, SC.
- Must be able to lift 10-15 pounds.
- May require overnight travel both in-state and out-of-state.
- Considered essential and must be able to work during otherwise scheduled office closures when asked by management.
Preferred Qualifications Agency Preferred- Program management experience includes working with external stakeholders who have competing priorities of which you cannot dictate; experience includes managing/supervising both people and programs.
Additional Comments What's in it for you?At the SCDMV you get to be part of exceptional team and diverse culture that nurtures mutual success for our customers, employees and our communities. We give you the tools to be successful; all you need to do is bring your best ideas, your energy and a desire to develop your skills, experience and career.
The South Carolina DMV offers a robust and competitive benefits program.- Health, dental, vision, long term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse and children (also available for temporary employees working over 30 hours per week)
- 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
- 15 days sick leave per year
- 13 paid holidays
- State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs (optional for Temporary Employees)
- An exceptional Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost to the employee or members of their household
So, what are you waiting for? We're excited to hear from everyone with the skills, experience, and passion to do a great job.
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I understand that any misrepresentation, falsification, or material omission of information or data may result in exclusion from further consideration or, if hired, termination of employment. By answering "yes" I agree that I have read each question carefully and affirm or attest that all questions answered are true and accurate.
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I acknowledge that if I am deemed eligible for this position, I must complete a Pre-Employment Hiring Assessment.
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Do you have a bachelor's degree and relevant program experience? An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted with prior approval.
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If the answer to the above question is "Yes", please detail your education and explain your experience.
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If you answered "No" to the above question, please describe how your education and experience are relevant to this position and meet the requirements of this job.
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This position is located in the Blythewood area. If hired, are you prepared to commute there daily for the position?
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This position has a salary of $95,000.00 and is nonnegotiable. Will you accept this salary if offered this position? (Internal Candidates will retain performance retention increases in accordance with the agency pay policy).
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Do you understand this position may not have a start date until calendar year 2027?
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Explain your experience working with stakeholders that are not internal to your organization or team, yet are relied upon by you to see success in your work.
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Outline your understanding of South Carolina's licensing laws and federal regulations impacting state licensing programs.
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Do you have a valid driver's license? If yes, please provide the license number and the state in which the license was issued. (Example DL#987654321 / State Issued: Georgia)
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- Yes, DMV
- Yes, another State Agency
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