Government Sales Manager jobs in South Carolina

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Central Midlands Council of Governments (CMCOG) is seeking an experienced and qualified professional for the Government Services Manager position. Reporting to the Executive Director, will provide analysis of programs, policies, and procedures to develop the most efficient and effective methods of accomplishing the work of city and county governments.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES:

• Educates local governments on Transportation functions and programs, identifies Transportation needs in communities in both Rural and Urban communities.
• Educates local governments on Aging Services. Communicates and assists local governments with reaching their citizens with Aging services.
• Attends Transportation and Aging seminars, programmatic trainings and meetings to stay educated on the current events and issues in those areas.
• Responds to inquiries and requests for assistance from municipal elected officials, appointed boards and committees, and staff providing information, recommendations and resources helpful in addressing issues or concerns.
• Regularly travels to county governments and city halls to meet with elected officials and staff to communicate vital information and relay feedback from member cities to CMCOG management staff and the board of directors; delivers to newly-elected board members official packets of information designed to introduce Central Midlands COG and its programs and services
• Prepares a variety of studies, reports and related information for decision-making purposes. Gathers, interprets, and prepares data for studies, reports and recommendations that support local government projects.
• Attends council meetings and other similar meetings as requested to discuss CMCOG programs or training opportunities and answer technical assistance questions.
• Meets with CMCOG management to provide updates on key issues or concerns from member county/cities and determine if any course of action is needed or warranted.
• Travels regularly to perform the duties of this position and to attend professional seminars and conferences and other meetings in an effort to stay aware of current best practices and improve professional and leadership skills.
• Occasionally may function as a contract employee to local governments on an interim basis.
• Performs other related work as required and directed.

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in human resources, public administration, business management, or a closely related field, Master’s Degree or ICMA Credentialed Manager (ICMA-CM) is preferred but not required.
• Minimum ten (10) years of experience in a department director capacity or higher in local government, with two (2) years of experience in Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) of local government, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously and effectively meet deadlines;
• Possess strong interpersonal skills and the ability to develop good working relationships at various levels.
• Skill and ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing;
• Technologically competent, including working knowledge of Windows, Word, Excel and Outlook;
• Ability to operate standard office equipment, including but not limited to, computers, telephone systems, calculators, copiers and facsimile machines;
• Interpreting, applying and explaining complex laws, codes, regulations and ordinances;
• Reviewing and verifying accuracy of data;
• Making sound, independent judgments within established policies and procedures;
• Skill and ability to effectively organize/prioritize work and manage time in order to meet deadlines;
• Must be able to work in a public environment, learn detailed procedures, mediate difficult situations, and handle a reasonable amount of stress;
• Demonstrated success in the leading and managing of people; and
• Skill and ability to interact with employees, associates, government officials and the general public in an effective and professional manner. Ability to establish harmonious and effective working relationships.

Other Requirements:

• Valid South Carolina Driver’s License
• Must pass background check

This position by necessity requires demonstration of a high level of professional performance, productivity and situational awareness. Its success is measured by the successful and timely completion of assigned duties satisfying the mission and values statement of the organization.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

Interested and qualified candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and application. To download the application, go to www.cmcog.org, click on “News and Events” then “Employment”. Applicants should send their resume, cover letter, and application to: recruiter@centralmidlands.org. This information may also be mailed to CMCOG Recruiter, 236 Stoneridge Drive, Columbia, SC 29210 by the closing date shown above. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

CMCOG is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender/sex, race, color, religion, national origin, veterans’ status, or genetic information.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Senior Level Management Leadership: 10 years (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Columbia, SC 29210: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person