Business Relationship Manager

South Dakota State Government; Pierre (SD); On-site; USD 82,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6% retirement plan matched with long‑d

$25,000 life insurance

Flexible work schedules

Generous leave policies

No travel required

Job summary

The Bureau of Information and Technology (BIT) in South Dakota seeks a Business Relationship Manager to act as the primary liaison between state agencies and BIT, advocating for agency technology needs and delivering effective solutions.

Ideal candidates have a degree in a related field, prior government experience, and five or more years of professional work experience, with strong project management and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Degree or higher preferred.
• Experience in state government or large bureaucracies preferred.
• Five+ years of professional work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Building collaborative relationships with assigned agencies and BIT teams.
• Maintaining deep knowledge of agency structures, processes, and technology requirements.
• Translating business needs into actionable technology projects and solutions.
• Communicating technical concepts in understandable terms to diverse stakeholders.
• Facilitating timely resolution of technology-related issues.
• Supporting RFP/RFI processes, technology acquisitions, and contract reviews.
• Leading and mentoring teams to achieve customer satisfaction and support agency goals.

Skills

Project management

Project leadership

Stakeholder communication

Meeting facilitation

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS, Business, Communications, or related field

Job description

Job ID: 37977
Agency: Bureau of Information and Technology
Location:Pierre; Rapid City; Aberdeen; or Sioux Falls, SDSalary: $82,246.32-$102,792.24 Annual Salary, depending on qualifications
Pay Grade: 08
Closing Date: 10/20/26

This is a full-time 40 hours weekly position with the Bureau of Information and Technology (BIT). For more information on the BIT, please visit https://sd.gov/bit .

We are looking for a new Business Relationship Manager (BRM) with excellent customer service skills who excels in a fast-paced environment. The BRM serves as the primary liaison between state agencies and BIT, advocating for agency technology needs and helping deliver effective solutions.

Responsibilities include:

• Building collaborative relationships with assigned agencies and BIT teams.
• Maintaining deep knowledge of agency structures, processes, and technology requirements.
• Translating business needs into actionable technology projects and solutions.
• Communicating technical concepts in understandable terms to diverse stakeholders.
• Facilitating timely resolution of technology-related issues.
• Supporting RFP/RFI processes, technology acquisitions, and contract reviews.
• Leading and mentoring teams to achieve customer satisfaction and support agency goals.

The BRM role combines strategic advocacy, operational coordination, and relationship management to deliver value and drive technology success for state agencies.

Benefits of working for the State of South Dakota include:

• 6% fully matched retirement plan. Includes long term disability and family survivor benefits;
• $25,000 paid life insurance;
• ability to maintain a great work/life balance with flexible work schedules and generous leave policies;
• stable industry sector;
• little to no travel.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• a degree in computer science, business, communications or related field (preferred);
• experience working in state government or other bureaucracies (preferred);
• five or more years of professional work experience (preferred).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• knowledge of project management methodologies;
• experience leading projects;
• ability to analyze and think quickly to resolve interpersonal and technical conflicts;
• ability to lead meetings;
• principles and concepts of computer science;
• communicate with technical and non-technical clients and translate their needs, ideas, or suggestions;
• communicate information concisely and accurately, both oral and written;
• work in a team environment;
• work independently with minimal supervision;
• meet schedules and timelines;
• take initiative.

This position is eligible for Veterans' Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.

Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation. An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment.

NCRC: If you possess a National Career Readiness Certificate, please submit the certificate with your application. For more information on how to acquire a National Career Readiness Certificate contact a South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation Job Service Office. A certificate is not necessary to be considered.

The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.

The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information here . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.

'An Equal Opportunity Employer'