Salary: $57,700.00 - $103,900.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: Temporary Grant - Full-Time
Job Number: 193227
Agency: Department of Public Health
Division: Health Promotion and Services
Opening Date: 09/23/2026
Closing Date: 10/3/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: AK04
Position Number::
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: GEN11
Hiring Range - Min.: $57,700.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $103,900.00

Job Responsibilities

- Provides technical and professional services in Immunization Operations Section.
- Knowledge of laws, regulations, policies and procedures relevant to the Immunization Operations Section. Ability to exercise judgement and discretion. Ability to manage and direct the initiation, planning, execution, control, and closeout phases of the Public Health Infrastructure Grant (PHIG) under Immunization Operations Section.
- The ability to define and prioritize project requirements and implement work plan(s), scopes and schedule to ensure project deliverables, milestones and required tasks completed as planned.
- Strong communication (written and oral) and professional presentation skills. Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external partners.
- Communicating with organizational leaders and responsible for working collaboratively with internal program leads including IIS, data modernizing team, and relevant other stakeholders. - Ability to give, receive, and analyze information, formulate work plans, prepare written materials, and articulate goals and action plans. Does not supervise other staff.
- Data modernization, data quality improvement activities as assigned.

- Prepares necessary documentation (i.e., needs analysis,) to support project initiatives in the Immunization Operations Section.

Minimum and Additional Requirements
State Minimum Requirements: A bachelor's degree and relevant project management experience.
Agency Additional Requirements: Must have experience in managing, planning and implementing project activities.
Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications, subject to approval by the DPH Chief Human Resources Officer, or their delegate.

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.

Preferred Qualifications
Prefers a master's degree in public health, law, public policy, epidemiology, or health promotion & education with three to five (3-5) years of experience in project implementation and management in the areas of health registry or health informatics including Certified in Project Management or Project Management Professional (PMP).

The South Carolina Department of Public Health offers an exceptional benefits package for Temporary Grant positions that includes:

• 15 days Annual (Vacation) Leave per year
• 15 days Sick Leave per year
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click for additional information.
• S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available
• Retirement benefit choices *
  • State Retirement Plan
  • State Optional Retirement Program

*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.

HYBRID WORK: The option to work partially remote or adjusted work hours may be available after 12 months of employment for approved positions.
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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Employment Authorization and Visa Sponsorship Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and must maintain valid work authorization throughout the duration of their employment. This agency does not sponsor employment-based visas, including but not limited to H-1B visas, nor does it provide sponsorship for permanent residency or other employment-based immigration benefits now or in the future. Individuals who are authorized to work in the United States under Optional Practical Training (OPT) through a valid F-1 student visa may apply, provided they possess current employment authorization and do not require employer sponsorship to continue working in the United States at any point during employment. All offers of employment are contingent upon verification of identity and eligibility to work in the United States in accordance with federal law. This agency complies with all applicable federal employment eligibility verification requirements. By submitting this application, I certify that I am legally authorized to work in the United States and will not require employer sponsorship for a work visa now or at any time during employment.

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have a bachelor's degree and relevant project management experience?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have a bachelor's degree and professional experience as a planner, researcher or statistician or a master's degree in statistics or a related discipline may be substituted for the required work experience.

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have a master's degree in public health, law, public policy, epidemiology, or health promotion & education with three to five (3-5) years of experience in project implementation and management in the areas of health registry or health informatics including Certified in Project Management or Project Management Professional (PMP)?

• Yes
• No

05

How many years of experience do you have in working in registry or health informatics?
06

Briefly describe your working in registry or health informatics experience. If you do not have any experience, please type "N/A" below.
07

Do you have experience in project management?

• Yes
• No

08

If you answered "Yes" to Question #7, please briefly describe your experience. If you do not have any experience, please type "N/A" below.
09

Do you have previous experience in regulation, law and document review?

• Yes
• No

10

If you answered "Yes" to Question #9, please briefly describe your experience. If you do not have any experience, please type "N/A" below.

• Yes
• No

11

Which of the following best describes your relevant work experience?

• No relevant experience
• 1 - 2 Years
• 3 - 5 Years
• 5+ Years
• Equivalent combination of education and experience

12

Are you willing to accept an offer within the agency hiring range $57,700.00 - $104,000.00?

• Yes
• No

13

Are you currently working for or have ever worked for South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SCDHEC) or South Carolina Department of Public Health (SCDPH)?

• Yes
• No

14

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. The application and not an attached resume will be reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. I have read and understand this statement.

• Yes
• No

15

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. I have read and understand this statement.

• Yes
• No

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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. I have read and understand this statement.

• Yes
• No

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How did you hear about this position?

• State NEOGOV Website (www.careers.sc.gov)
• LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook
• Employee Referral/Agency Recruiter
• College Job Board
• Job Fair
• External Job Board (SC Works, Indeed, Association)
• Other

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