IT Project Manager – Child Support

IT Project Manager – Child Support

Location: Remote – U.S. (with occasional travel to Pierre, SD)

About Us:

Known for “Delighting the Client” through performance, innovation, and an employee-centric culture, S2Tech is a fast-growing IT consulting company serving clients in over a quarter of the United States. We are widely recognized as a leading provider of both technical and business services in support of Health and Human Services-related projects. Feel free to learn more at www.s2tech.com.

Why S2Tech?:

• Stable, privately-owned company with a strong reputation for building long-term client relationships through the delivery of consistent value-based service
• 25+ years providing IT and Business services to private customers and government programs throughout the United States
• Expansive client portfolio and active projects – employees benefit from innovative project exposure and in-house skill development training/courses  
• Corporate culture that emphasizes the importance of family and promotes a healthy work-life balance
• Offer competitive pay and a range of benefits, including:
• Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance – insurance premium assistance provided
• Additional Insurance (Life, Disability, etc.)
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan & Health Savings Account
• Various training courses to promote continuous learning
• Corporate Wellness Program
• Be part of a company that gives back through its non-profit organization, Fortune Fund, which was launched in 2001. The goal of the Fortune Fund is to close the rural/urban divide by ensuring children in rural communities in India and the United States understand the importance of education & are aware of professional career opportunities, allowing them to link their professional & educational goals

Job Overview:

The South Dakota Department of Social Services (DSS), Division of Child Support, is seeking an experienced Information Technology Project Manager to lead and deliver complex enterprise system transformation initiatives. This role will provide both hands-on project leadership and strategic direction, ensuring the successful delivery of modernization efforts aligned with agency objectives. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in large-scale IT implementations, public sector environments (preferably child support systems), and strong governance-driven project execution.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of enterprise-level IT transformation projects
• Provide strategic guidance on technology direction and system modernization efforts
• Collaborate with product owners, SMEs, and technical teams to define business and system requirements
• Manage large, complex enterprise projects as well as smaller initiatives concurrently
• Coordinate across development teams, vendors, and stakeholders to ensure successful solution delivery
• Establish and enforce project governance, controls, and reporting frameworks
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget
• Drive alignment between business needs and technical solutions
• Mentor and coach state personnel in project management best practices, with a goal of long-term capability transfer
• Support adoption of modern delivery methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, DevOps)

Required Qualifications:

• Proven experience managing complex IT projects and enterprise system implementations
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies and governance frameworks
• Experience with software development lifecycle (SDLC) approaches, including Agile, Waterfall, and DevOps
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and vendor engagements
• PMP Certification (preferred) or equivalent project management experience
• Experience delivering projects in public sector or human services environments
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage executive stakeholders and technical teams

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Child Support program policies, processes, and systems
• Prior experience supporting child support system modernization initiatives
• Experience working with state agencies or government IT programs

S2Tech is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an equal opportunity employer making decisions without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.