Job Description

Position Title: Project Lead / Project Manager
Agency: State of South Carolina College of Charleston (CofC)
Position Type: Contract (20 hours/week, Part-Time)
Location: Fully Onsite Charleston, SC (Candidate must be a current SC resident or relocate prior to start)
Duration: 3 months with possibility of extension; potential FTE opportunity (not guaranteed)
Interview Process: 1 round, virtual (video); second round only if necessary

Why the Role is Open

The current FTE in this role is retiring under the state pension system. Due to a CIO transition, there is currently a hiring freeze preventing an immediate permanent backfill. A contract resource is being brought in to maintain continuity. The College anticipates posting the FTE role in the coming weeks and hopes the selected contractor will apply.

Scope of the Project

The College of Charleston (CofC) seeks an experienced Project Lead/Manager to partner with the PMO and ensure the successful completion of information technology projects. The role involves implementing standardized project management practices, fostering collaboration, and ensuring projects meet quality, schedule, and budget goals.

Daily Duties / Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and oversee standardized project management processes and methodologies tailored to CofC needs.

• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to quality standards.

• Prepare project documentation and deliverables for both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Monitor project performance and report progress via dashboards and executive summaries.

• Identify risks, resolve blockers, and enforce quality standards across deliverables.

• Facilitate cross-departmental communications and stakeholder engagement.

• Mentor and coach team members in Agile practices.

• Perform other duties as assigned (e.g., special projects, task force participation).

Technical Knowledge (Desirable)

• ServiceNow

• Project Management tools (e.g., MS Project)

Required Skills

1. 3+ years working with Business Analysts (Client)

2. 3+ years of experience working with Kanbans

Preferred Skills

1. Product Owner experience

2. Experience with ServiceNow

3. Experience with Data Analysts, Data Scientists, or data management projects

4. Prior IT role (analyst, programmer, etc.)

Required Education / Certifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

• Bachelor s Degree + 5 years related work experience
  OR

• 9+ years of related work experience without a degree

Preferred Education / Certifications

• Other PMI certifications

• Agile or Scrum certifications (e.g., CSM, PMI-ACP)

Pre-Employment Checks

All standard state-required checks (drug, credit, criminal, motor vehicle).

= Submission Instructions

• Attach the SC Cover Sheet (provided).

• Include a valid Right to Represent (RTR).

• Submit the candidate s resume with full legal first and last name.

• Withdrawn candidates may not be replaced.

• If using a sub-vendor, submit the Sub Vendor Usage Form (only 1 level deep).