(Posted 6/17/2019)
Commissioner, South Carolina Commission for the Blind
Job Title: Commissioner
Location: South Carolina
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
The South Carolina Commission for the Blind is currently recruiting for the position of Commissioner. The South Carolina Commission for the Blind is a state vocational rehabilitation agency serving individuals who are blind and/or visually impaired. With an annual budget of $13,000,000 (thirteen million dollars), the scope of services includes vocational training and job placement, prevention of blindness, services to older blind and services to children and the administration of a Business Enterprise Program.
Nature and Scope of Responsibilities
The Commissioner reports to a seven-member governing board while serving as the chief executive officer of the agency. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to providing leadership for the agency to fulfill its mission, formulate and implement long-range goals and objectives, supervise senior level staff, coordinate services with other agency administrators, establish and maintain positive working relationships with the General Assembly and consumer groups, keep governing Board informed about all programs and policy issues, plan and implement program expansion, prepare and present annual budget, conduct research, assure compliance with federal and state regulations, write/approve agency policy, review program evaluations and plan program improvements.
Requisites
The position requires a minimum of a master’s degree in public administration, rehabilitation or related field and 5 years executive management experience in rehabilitation or related field.
Compensation
The salary range is $88,680 to $137,470. Salary offerings will be based on applicants’ qualification and experience. Salaries above the minimum must be approved by the Department of Administration/Agency Head Salary Commission.
Application Process
Interested individuals may apply by submitting a completed State of South Carolina application. Please include/upload a current resume, three professional references and a letter of interest specifically addressing suitability for the position.