Project Manager I - 60021347

This position is located within the Partnership Among South Carolina Libraries (PASCAL) division of the Commission on Higher Education.  Incumbent reports to the SLSP Coordinator. This will be an 18-24 month position.  Working in close collaboration with member libraries, SLSP governance groups, and system vendors, the Project Manager will coordinate the development of an implementation plan and assist with system configuration and technical support. Incumbent will be responsible for leading the collaborative implementation of the new shared library services platform (SLSP).  Will facilitate planning and coordinating online and in-person training for PASCAL and member library staff online. Performs other duties as required. 

A bachelor's degree, ALA-accredited MLS, and at least two (2) years of post-MLS experience in library systems or technical services. Experience leading complex projects with multiple stakeholders and team members.  Familiarity with academic library operations and practices. Outstanding written, verbal, and presentation skills. Excellent organizational and analytical skills.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: 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.

Five (5) years of progressive responsibility and leadership with a library, consortium, library vendor, and/or equivalent setting is preferred. Demonstrated Experience implementing or administering enterprise systems/applications. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification. 

The Commission on Higher Education is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), 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.

State application, cover letter, and resume are required for consideration.