Research & Development Manager
Apply NowCompany: State of South Carolina
Location: Richland, SC 29675
Description:
Salary: $56,210.00 - $104,000.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 174877
Agency: Department of Juvenile Justice
Opening Date: 03/24/2025
Closing Date: 4/7/2025 5:00 PM Eastern
Class Code:: AH45
Position Number:: 60032715 (174877)
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Band: Band 7
Hiring Range - Min.: $60,800.00
Opening Date: 03/24/2025
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: You must apply online at www.careers.sc.gov and follow the status of your application online.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of South Carolina's youth, consider joining the dedicated people of the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ).
MISSION:
It is the mission of the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) to impact and transform young lives, strengthen families, and support safer communities through targeted prevention and rehabilitation.
JOB PURPOSE:
This position will support the agency through the Office of Strategic Planning and Innovation in several areas: (a) grant development/management to further support agency goals, mission and vision ; (b) work in partnership with Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) to manage projects that advance the agency's strategic plan to innovate practice and support decision making; and (c) work with IT to manage a team of students to develop their skills in data management and development of reports/tools for DJJ staff.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for overseeing and/or assisting in the development of new and expanded evidence-based programs and services for youth in DJJ facilities and in the community to include writing grants and fostering partnerships with external organizations to secure resources.
Responsible for developing and managing budgets, contracts, and capturing grant deliverables as defined by agency stakeholders and other established criteria.
Conducts research for grants that relate to best practices and supports agency-wide initiatives.
Responsible for collaborating with CQI, IT and other applicable areas to develop methods to produce information to be utilized agency-wide and across DJJ systems.
Responsible for working with project leads to provide consultation and guidance as needed and to develop data driven products to support agency stakeholders.
Responsible for developing and managing an internship program that focuses on areas of data collection, statistics, research and information technology.
Responsibilities include oversight, recruitment and selection.
Utilize interns to support agency-wide efforts that support the agency's strategic plans.
Manages and/or coordinates tasks associated with one or more projects as directed by the Director of Planning and Accountability, Chief of Staff or Executive Director.
Performs other related duties as assigned that supports the mission of the agency.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
STATE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
A bachelor's degree and relevant program experience.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Requires a knowledge of program development, grant writing, research and implementation of evidenced-based programs.
Ability to coordinate agency efforts at the state and local levels with the activities of other state and local organizations.
Ability to produce reports and presentations utilizing strong writing, editing and analytical skills; as well as skills related to developing data driven products for end-users using SQL server housed data sets and other data management application-based tools.
This position performs job duties relating to the custody, control, transportation, or recapture of youth within the jurisdiction of the Department of Juvenile Justice and the employee may have direct and indirect contact with youth within the jurisdiction of Department of Juvenile Justice. Training applicable to these duties will be provided.
Preferred Qualifications
PREFERRED AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:
A master's degree in the social or behavioral sciences and at least 5 years of experience in program development and implementation with an emphasis in information management in health or other service-based industries along with experience in grant writing, project management and planning and research.
Additional Comments
The South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:
Applications are incomplete if you fail to answer all supplemental questions, education, and work history. Incomplete applications are not referred to hiring managers. Applications are accepted until 5:00 p.m. on the stated closing date.
You will be asked to provide a certified transcript if selected for a position requiring a degree. A background investigation will be conducted that may include but is not limited to, criminal records, driver's license, and child abuse registry prior to an offer of employment. Additionally, a medical examination and drug testing may be required. Please provide an explanation for any gaps in employment. A resume may be attached to your application but not substituted for completing the work history section of the application.
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.
01
I understand that the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice is an equal opportunity employer. SCDJJ does not discriminate in hiring, promotions, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, or other employment aspects based on race, color, religion, sex, disability, or national origin. Any acts you feel are in violation, please get in touch with the Office of Human Resources, 220 Executive Center Drive, Columbia, SC (803) 896-9749.
02
I understand that the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice's School District also does not discriminate in any programs or activities based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age. The following offices have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the school district's nondiscrimination policies: Title IX - Inspector General's Office - 220 Executive Center Drive, Columbia, SC 29210-5427 - Ph: 803-896-9595; Special Education Office, 220 Executive Center Drive, Columbia, SC I have read and fully understand DJJ's position concerning the law.
03
I understand that SCDJJ will not hire or promote anyone who may have contact with residents and shall not enlist the services of any contractor who may have contact with residents who have engaged in sexual abuse in a prison, jail, lockup, community confinement facility juvenile facility, or other institution (as defined in 42 U.S.C. 1997); has been convicted of engaging in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse; or has been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in the activity described above.
04
Do you have a valid driver's license?
05
Are you at least 21 years of age?
06
How did you hear about this position?
07
If you answered "DJJ Employee" for the previous question, please share their name.
08
If you answered "Other" for the previous question, please specify.
09
Will you now or in the future require sponsorship to work in the U.S.?
10
Have you ever defaulted on student loans (National Direct, National Defense, Guaranteed-Federally Insured, Nursing, Health Professions, or Law Enforcement Educational Loan)?
11
Do you have a bachelor's degree and relevant program experience?
12
Do you have a master's degree?
13
Do you have at least 5 years of experience in program development and implementation with an emphasis in information management in health or other service-based industries along with experience in grant writing, project management and planning and research?
Required Question
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 174877
Agency: Department of Juvenile Justice
Opening Date: 03/24/2025
Closing Date: 4/7/2025 5:00 PM Eastern
Class Code:: AH45
Position Number:: 60032715 (174877)
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Band: Band 7
Hiring Range - Min.: $60,800.00
Opening Date: 03/24/2025
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: You must apply online at www.careers.sc.gov and follow the status of your application online.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of South Carolina's youth, consider joining the dedicated people of the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ).
MISSION:
It is the mission of the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) to impact and transform young lives, strengthen families, and support safer communities through targeted prevention and rehabilitation.
JOB PURPOSE:
This position will support the agency through the Office of Strategic Planning and Innovation in several areas: (a) grant development/management to further support agency goals, mission and vision ; (b) work in partnership with Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) to manage projects that advance the agency's strategic plan to innovate practice and support decision making; and (c) work with IT to manage a team of students to develop their skills in data management and development of reports/tools for DJJ staff.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for overseeing and/or assisting in the development of new and expanded evidence-based programs and services for youth in DJJ facilities and in the community to include writing grants and fostering partnerships with external organizations to secure resources.
Responsible for developing and managing budgets, contracts, and capturing grant deliverables as defined by agency stakeholders and other established criteria.
Conducts research for grants that relate to best practices and supports agency-wide initiatives.
Responsible for collaborating with CQI, IT and other applicable areas to develop methods to produce information to be utilized agency-wide and across DJJ systems.
Responsible for working with project leads to provide consultation and guidance as needed and to develop data driven products to support agency stakeholders.
Responsible for developing and managing an internship program that focuses on areas of data collection, statistics, research and information technology.
Responsibilities include oversight, recruitment and selection.
Utilize interns to support agency-wide efforts that support the agency's strategic plans.
Manages and/or coordinates tasks associated with one or more projects as directed by the Director of Planning and Accountability, Chief of Staff or Executive Director.
Performs other related duties as assigned that supports the mission of the agency.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
STATE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
A bachelor's degree and relevant program experience.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Requires a knowledge of program development, grant writing, research and implementation of evidenced-based programs.
Ability to coordinate agency efforts at the state and local levels with the activities of other state and local organizations.
Ability to produce reports and presentations utilizing strong writing, editing and analytical skills; as well as skills related to developing data driven products for end-users using SQL server housed data sets and other data management application-based tools.
This position performs job duties relating to the custody, control, transportation, or recapture of youth within the jurisdiction of the Department of Juvenile Justice and the employee may have direct and indirect contact with youth within the jurisdiction of Department of Juvenile Justice. Training applicable to these duties will be provided.
Preferred Qualifications
PREFERRED AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:
A master's degree in the social or behavioral sciences and at least 5 years of experience in program development and implementation with an emphasis in information management in health or other service-based industries along with experience in grant writing, project management and planning and research.
Additional Comments
The South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Health, dental, and life insurance
- 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
- 15 days of sick leave per year
- 13 paid holidays
- State retirement plans and deferred compensation programs
- Discount Programs such as TicketatWork and WeSave
Applications are incomplete if you fail to answer all supplemental questions, education, and work history. Incomplete applications are not referred to hiring managers. Applications are accepted until 5:00 p.m. on the stated closing date.
You will be asked to provide a certified transcript if selected for a position requiring a degree. A background investigation will be conducted that may include but is not limited to, criminal records, driver's license, and child abuse registry prior to an offer of employment. Additionally, a medical examination and drug testing may be required. Please provide an explanation for any gaps in employment. A resume may be attached to your application but not substituted for completing the work history section of the application.
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.
01
I understand that the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice is an equal opportunity employer. SCDJJ does not discriminate in hiring, promotions, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, or other employment aspects based on race, color, religion, sex, disability, or national origin. Any acts you feel are in violation, please get in touch with the Office of Human Resources, 220 Executive Center Drive, Columbia, SC (803) 896-9749.
- Yes
- No
02
I understand that the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice's School District also does not discriminate in any programs or activities based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age. The following offices have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the school district's nondiscrimination policies: Title IX - Inspector General's Office - 220 Executive Center Drive, Columbia, SC 29210-5427 - Ph: 803-896-9595; Special Education Office, 220 Executive Center Drive, Columbia, SC I have read and fully understand DJJ's position concerning the law.
- Yes
- No
03
I understand that SCDJJ will not hire or promote anyone who may have contact with residents and shall not enlist the services of any contractor who may have contact with residents who have engaged in sexual abuse in a prison, jail, lockup, community confinement facility juvenile facility, or other institution (as defined in 42 U.S.C. 1997); has been convicted of engaging in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse; or has been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in the activity described above.
- Yes
- No
04
Do you have a valid driver's license?
- Yes
- No
05
Are you at least 21 years of age?
- Yes
- No
06
How did you hear about this position?
- SC State Government Jobs Website
- Career Fair
- SC Works
- Social Media
- DJJ Employee
- Indeed.com
- Other
07
If you answered "DJJ Employee" for the previous question, please share their name.
08
If you answered "Other" for the previous question, please specify.
09
Will you now or in the future require sponsorship to work in the U.S.?
- Yes
- No
10
Have you ever defaulted on student loans (National Direct, National Defense, Guaranteed-Federally Insured, Nursing, Health Professions, or Law Enforcement Educational Loan)?
- Yes
- No
11
Do you have a bachelor's degree and relevant program experience?
- Yes
- No
12
Do you have a master's degree?
- Yes
- No
13
Do you have at least 5 years of experience in program development and implementation with an emphasis in information management in health or other service-based industries along with experience in grant writing, project management and planning and research?
- Yes
- No
Required Question