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Developmental Disabilities Program & Policy Manager - 60007154

State of South Carolina

Department of Administration

Recent

Location

South Carolina, 29210

Salary

$66,400 - $119,500

per year

Closes

January 20, 2026More State jobs →

Job Description

Summary

This job involves leading programs and policies to support people with developmental disabilities in South Carolina, including planning initiatives, monitoring laws, and handling outreach and marketing.

You'll manage a team, coordinate events, and work with diverse groups like families, professionals, and policymakers.

It's a great fit for someone with experience in social services or public administration who enjoys leading projects and communicating effectively.

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in business, public administration, management, social work, or related field
  • Significant experience with programs, services, laws, and issues related to developmental disabilities
  • Knowledge of management principles and experience managing staff and programs
  • Strong written and oral communication skills, especially with people with disabilities, families, and policymakers
  • Ability to interpret and apply state and federal rules, regulations, and laws
  • Experience working with diverse populations and groups
  • Supervisory experience and ability to lead, coach, and develop staff

Full Job Description

Developmental Disabilities Program & Policy Manager
The Department of Administration's Office of Executive Policy & Programs is seeking a Developmental Disabilities Program & Policy Manager to join the team. We are in growth mode, and it is an exciting time to be a part of South Carolina state government. In this role you will direct and manage program design and implementation for all SC Developmental Disabilities Council projects. This position will oversee programs and help monitor federal and state legislation for those served. This role will develop and manage marketing strategies and outreach.

Responsibilities of the Developmental Disabilities Program & Policy Manager:
  • Oversee the planning, development, management and oversight of the council's funded initiatives and State Plan activities.
  • Oversee Partners in Policymaking activities, including classes and events.
  • Manage marketing materials and social media activities and strategies.
  • Oversee work with diverse populations.
  • Monitor key state and federal legislation.
  • Coordinate drafting of the minutes for Council and Executive Committee Meetings and provide staffing support to the Employment Committee.
  • 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.

Requirements

A bachelor's degree and relevant program experience in business, public administration, management, social work or a field closely related.

Additional Requirements:

  • Knowledge of the South Carolina Developmental Disabilities Council's mission, governing rules, state plan and other key initiatives.
  • Knowledge of management principles and experience successfully managing staff and programs.
  • Ability to interpret and apply rules, regulations and law- state and federal.
  • Ability to manage work and provide guidance to employees, make presentations and prepare reports.
  • Ability to research and complete reports and articles.
  • Significant experience of programs, services, laws and issues related to people with developmental disabilities.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to understand and communicate effectively with people who have developmental disabilities, their families. professionals, policy makers and support/advocacy groups.
  • Experience and/or ability to work with diverse groups.


Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application will be required to 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.

Qualifications

  • Master's degree and experience in managing programs.
  • Supervisory experience.
  • Experience managing virtual platforms, including Zoom and Microsoft Teams.

Additional Information

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 herefor 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 *
*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.

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Posted on NEOGOV: 1/6/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 1/7/2026

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-sc-5186985