Salary: $132,900.00 - $252,500.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 190176
Agency: Department of Administration
Division: Division of Enterprise Applications
Opening Date: 07/02/2026
Closing Date: 7/12/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: AM58
Position Number::
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: TEC10
Hiring Range - Min.: $132,900.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $170,000.00

Job Responsibilities
Project Management Office Director

The Department of Administration's (Admin) Division of Enterprise Applications (DEA) is seeking a Project Management Office (PMO) Director to join the team. We are in growth mode, and it is an exciting time to be a contributing member to SC Enterprise Information System (SCEIS)! SCEIS is the backbone of our business processes and ultimately empowers decision makers to improve government for the citizens. If you enjoy working at the intersection of people, process, and technology, and are motivated by a fast paced, multi tasked and transforming environment, then this position could be for you! You will serve as the Project Management Office (PMO) Director for the Division of Enterprise Applications, providing strategic leadership and governance for the agency's enterprise technology portfolio. Direct the planning, prioritization, execution, and oversight of enterprise programs and projects while ensuring alignment with organizational priorities, technology modernization initiatives, business objectives and resources. Leads the Program Management Office by establishing governance standards, delivery methodologies, portfolio reporting, and performance measures that promote consistent project execution, informed executive decision-making, and successful delivery of enterprise technology solutions.

This position is onsite in Columbia, SC.
Responsibilities of the Project Management Office Director:

• Enterprise Portfolio Governance & Delivery: Direct the Division's enterprise project portfolio to ensure initiatives align with strategic priorities, business objectives, and available resources. Establish and maintain portfolio governance by monitoring project performance, managing organizational risk, resolving delivery issues, and supporting informed executive decision-making. Oversee project execution, resource prioritization, and portfolio reporting to promote accountability, transparency, and successful project outcomes. Partner with executive leadership, business stakeholders, and financial teams to remove barriers, resolve cross-functional issues, and advance enterprise technology initiatives.
• Strategic Planning and Organizational Alignment: Partner with executive leadership, business stakeholders, and technical teams to identify strategic priorities, evaluate initiatives, and develop enterprise technology roadmaps. Lead portfolio planning and investment prioritization to align projects, programs, and resources with organizational goals and technology modernization efforts. Provide strategic recommendations, performance metrics, and portfolio insights to support executive decision-making and continuous organizational improvement. Promote collaboration across the organization to ensure enterprise initiatives are effectively planned, coordinated, and successfully executed.
• Project Delivery and Organizational Performance: Direct enterprise project delivery by monitoring progress, resolving complex issues, managing risks, and ensuring projects are completed within scope, schedule, and organizational priorities. Promote consistent project management practices, accountability, and performance standards across the enterprise portfolio. Coordinate with business stakeholders, technical teams, vendors, and external organizations to resolve cross-functional issues and support successful project outcomes. Evaluate project performance and implement process improvements that enhance delivery effectiveness and organizational efficiency.
• PMO Governance & Continuous Improvement: Establish, implement, and maintain PMO governance standards, policies, methodologies, templates, and performance measures to support consistent project execution. Lead continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen project management capabilities, organizational maturity, and portfolio performance. Promote the adoption of project management best practices, governance processes, and standardization reporting across the Division of Enterprise Applications. Evaluate emerging trends, methodologies, and technologies and support enterprise technology modernization.
• Executive Engagement & Organizational Support: Advise executive leadership on portfolio performance, organizational risks, project priorities, and strategic technology initiatives to support informed decision-making. Develop and deliver executive-level portfolio reports, presentations, dashboards, and performance metrics for leadership, governance boards, and key stakeholders. Represent the Project Management Office in executive meetings, cross-functional initiatives, and enterprise planning activities while fostering strong partnerships across the organization.
• Leadership: Lead and support staff through coaching, training, and performance development. Streamline workflows while implementing management policies and organizational initiatives. Foster a positive, team focused environment.
• Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned in support of the Division's mission and strategic objectives.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, information technology, engineering, or a related field. Relevant experience may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience leading enterprise technology projects, programs, or portfolios, including responsibility for strategic planning, governance, organizational change, stakeholder engagement, and project delivery. Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams, managing complex technology initiatives, and applying project management methodologies within a large, integrated organization.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

Additional Requirements:

• Demonstrated leadership, communication, facilitation, negotiation, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of project, program, portfolio, risk, and organizational change management principles.
• Ability to establish governance, prioritize competing initiatives, allocate resources, and manage enterprise technology portfolios.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships with executive leadership, stakeholders, technical teams, vendors, and external partners.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Project, Azure DevOps, Confluence, or comparable portfolio management tools.

Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may bring a copy of college transcript to the interview. A copy of the transcript may also be uploaded as an attachment to the application, if required by the hiring department or if desired by the applicant. Please note that some areas of the Department may require an official, certified copy of the transcript prior to hiring or within a specific timeframe required by that area, after hiring. Failure to produce an official, certified transcript may result in not being hired or termination.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading a Project Management Office (PMO), enterprise portfolio governance, ERP implementations, SAP environments, Agile delivery, organizational change management, and public sector technology initiatives.
• Experiencing supporting SAP environments, enterprise financial systems, or statewide ERP implementations.
• Agile, Scrum, Lean, or portfolio management certifications.

Additional Comments

The South Carolina Department of Administration offers an exceptional benefits package for full time (FTE) employees:

• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click here for additional information.
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available
• Retirement benefit choices *
  • State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
  • State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)

*Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.
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 to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

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Will you now or in the future require sponsorship from the Department of Administration for employment visa status?

• Yes
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Please select which of the options below best represents your level of education and experience.

• At least a bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, information technology, engineering, or a related field.
• An associate degree and at least two (2) years of experience in business administration, public administration, information technology, engineering, or a related field.
• A high school diploma and at least four (4) years of experience in business administration, public administration, information technology, engineering, or a related field.
• None of the above.

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Do you have at least five (5) years of progressively responsible experience leading enterprise technology projects, programs, or portfolios, including responsibility for strategic planning, governance, organizational change, stakeholder engagement, and project delivery. (This experience must be in addition to any years of experience used as an equivalency in question 3).

• Yes
• No

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Do you have a valid Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification?

• Yes
• No

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Please describe your experience leading cross-functional teams, managing complex technology initiatives, and applying project management methodologies within a large, integrated organization.
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