Technical Director-60014532

Onsite$130,000 - $170,000/yrPosted today

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Location: Columbia, South Carolina
Work type: Onsite
Compensation: $130,000 - $170,000/yr
Posted: today
Apply on: governmentjobs.com

About this role

About the Department

Technical Director

The Department of Administration's (Admin) Division of Enterprise Applications (DEA) is seeking a Technical 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 Technical Director responsible for planning, directing, and overseeing enterprise technology operations supporting the South Carolina Enterprise Information System (SCEIS) and related enterprise technology services. Provide leadership and oversight for enterprise applications, software development, systems integration, enterprise architecture, reporting and analytics, systems administration, and technology modernization initiatives to ensure secure, reliable, scalable, and efficient technology services. You will lead multidisciplinary technical organizations responsible for enterprise application delivery and operational support while establishing strategic direction, developing technical capabilities, optimizing service delivery, and advancing enterprise technology initiatives that support statewide business operations.

This position is onsite in Columbia, SC.

Responsibilities of the Technical Director:

Direct enterprise development services, reporting and analytics, systems administration, and enterprise architecture functions supporting the SCEIS environment.
Direct staffing strategies, resource allocation, contractor oversight, and organizational development activities supporting enterprise technology operations.
Lead technology planning efforts and architectural activities supporting current and future business requirements.
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.
Direct activities supporting cybersecurity coordination, technology risk management, disaster recovery, and operational resiliency.
Provide oversight of technology vendors, contractors, consultants, and service providers supporting enterprise technology operations.
Support division leadership in the execution of strategic initiatives, modernization efforts, and enterprise technology objectives.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Duties

A bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, management information systems, engineering, business administration, or a related field. Relevant experience may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
Extensive experience leading enterprise application development, systems integration, cloud technologies, and large-scale information technology initiatives.
Demonstrated experience managing technical teams, software development, enterprise architecture, and enterprise application delivery within a complex environment.
Experience supporting the full software development lifecycle (SDLC), including application design, development, implementation, maintenance, and operational support.

Additional Requirements:

Strong leadership, organizational, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to build collaborative
relationships across executive leadership, business stakeholders, vendors, and technical teams.
Knowledge of enterprise application architecture, software engineering principles, cloud technologies, DevSecOps, CI/CD pipelines,
and modern software development methodologies.
Experience managing enterprise application development, system integration, technology modernization, and support activities.
Ability to lead cross-functional technical teams, establish development standards, and deliver secure, scalable enterprise technology
solutions.
Experience working in Agile, Scrum, and DevOps environments.
Position may require overnight travel.
Position may require employee to work evenings and weekends.
Position requires on-call shifts and call back.
Position may be required to report to work during emergency situations and hazardous weather events.

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.

Minimum Qualifications

Experience with SAP ERP, SAP ECC, SAP S/4HANA, Azure, AWS, cloud-native application development, and enterprise integration technologies.
Applicable cloud, SAP, or project management certifications.
Experience with SAP ERP, SAP ECC, SAP S/4HANA, Azure DevOps, GitHub, cloud-native development, enterprise integration platforms, container technologies, and applicable technology, cloud, SAP or project management certifications.

Other Qualifications

The Department of Administration is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

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 nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

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 (S.C. Deferred Compensation)
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

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.

Supplemental Questions

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.

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

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

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

Do you have extensive experience leading enterprise application development, systems integration, cloud technologies, and large-scale information technology initiatives?

Do you have experience managing technical teams, software development, enterprise architecture, and enterprise application delivery within a complex environment?

Do you have experience supporting the full software development lifecycle (SDLC), including application design, development, implementation, maintenance, and operational support?

Required Question

Agency Information

EmployerState of South CarolinaAgency Department of Administration Address 1200 Senate Street

Columbia, South Carolina, 29201 Phone803-737-4272

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