Chief of Professional Licensing & Policy

Sdsoybean; South Dakota; On-site; USD 99,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

11 paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave

Retirement benefits

Job summary

South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation seeks a Director of Professional Licensing to lead professional licensing programs statewide. You will supervise executive and program directors across licensing agencies, guiding policy, budgeting, and stakeholder engagement.

The role requires strategic leadership, strong communication, and the ability to ensure efficient operation and compliance with laws while delivering high-quality services to the public.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business, or related field preferred.
• Five years of experience drafting legislation, rules, and policies.
• Experience lobbying legislative and government bodies.
• Project and change management and leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead professional licensing programs across multiple agencies.
• Draft legislation and administrative rules; guide policy development.
• Engage with stakeholders and coordinate with universities and associations.
• Oversee budgeting, procurement, and financial controls.
• Ensure compliance with laws and effective service delivery.

Skills

Legislation drafting

Lobbying & testimony

Policy development

Stakeholder engagement

Budgeting & financial management

Leadership & team management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in public administration or business

Tools

Microsoft Office

Licensing case management systems

Job description

South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation seeks a Director of Professional Licensing to lead professional licensing programs statewide. You will supervise executive and program directors across licensing agencies, guiding policy, budgeting, and stakeholder engagement.

The role requires strategic leadership, strong communication, and the ability to ensure efficient operation and compliance with laws while delivering high-quality services to the public.