Product Developer

State of South Carolina; Irmo (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid vacation and sick leave

Flexible work schedules

Telecommuting options

Job summary

The State of South Carolina is seeking a Product Developer to support the development and continuous improvement of customized workforce and corporate training products. You will work across Corporate & Continuing Education to translate employer training needs into high-quality solutions and coordinate curriculum development and instructor options.

This role requires strong organization, the ability to manage multiple projects with competing priorities, and collaborative skills to work with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required.
• Experience managing or coordinating multiple projects with competing priorities and deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and business technology applications.

Responsibilities

• Develop and improve customized training products for employers.
• Conduct training needs assessments and research workforce trends.
• Coordinate curriculum development and instructor options.
• Manage multiple training-development projects from concept to review and finalization.

Skills

Project management

Product development

Workforce development

Corporate training

Curriculum development

Continuing education

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Responsibilities

The Product Developer supports the development and continuous improvement of customized workforce and corporate training products that meet the needs of business and industry. Working collaboratively across Corporate & Continuing Education, this position helps transform employer training needs into high-quality, customized training solutions. The Product Developer conducts training needs assessments; researches workforce trends, curriculum, certifications, and instructional resources; develops and recommends training solutions; coordinates curriculum development and customization; develops and assembles instructional materials and resources; and assists in identification of potential instructors and subject matter experts. The Product Developer manages multiple training-development projects from concept through a defined development stage, preparing projects for program review and finalization. This includes working in collaboration with the appropriate programs area to assemble the curriculum, instructional resources, instructor options, project documentation, and other requirements necessary to advance customized training toward implementation. This position requires a highly organized, resourceful professional who can work independently, exercise sound judgment, manage competing priorities, collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, and move projects forward while maintaining a strong focus on quality, responsiveness, and employer partner needs.

This position will be located on the Midlands Technical College Harbison and Northeast Campuses.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business, Business Administration, Education, Workforce Development, Instructional Design, Organizational Development, or a related field. Experience in project management, product or program development, workforce development, corporate training, continuing education, curriculum development, or a related field. Experience managing or coordinating multiple projects with competing priorities and deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

Masters degree in related field. Experience in adult education. Experience in working with faculty or industry subject matter experts. Demonstrated ability to conduct research, evaluate resources, organize information, and develop recommendations or solutions. Demonstrated ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with multiple stakeholders. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other business technology applications.

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.