Deputy Secretary

Job ID: 27700
Agency: Department of the Military
Location: Pierre, SD
Salary: $95,693.45 - $119,600.64 annually, depending on experience
Pay Grade: GN
Closing Date: 08/07/2024

This is a full-time position with the Department of the Military. For more information on the Department of the Military, please visit http://military.sd.gov/.

This position has the option to be remote.

The Department of the Military is seeking applicants for the position of Deputy Secretary. The successful candidate will lead DOM staff in supporting a vision of the most professional, competent and reliable state National Guard organization in the United States of America. This position oversees the administrative functions of 3 DOM divisions including the Adjutant General Office, Army Guard, and Air Guard. Functions include operations, personnel and organization, finance and budget, legislation, and infrastructure to ensure the day to day operational needs of the department are met.

The Deputy Secretary will play a pivotal role, working with program managers to develop DOM policies and procedures that are in alignment with the department's strategic objectives, while also cultivating networks across public and private sectors to support broader military initiatives.

The Deputy Secretary will do the following activities:

• report to the Department Secretary/Adjutant General and contribute to those duties as needed;
• supervise staff, including the Finance Director, Assistant Deputy Secretary, and the Museum Director;
• introduce innovative approaches to problem-solving;
• adapt to changing priorities, organizational strategy, and future challenges;
• develop rapport, collaborate, and communicate openly and effectively with department and national guard staff to create an environment of trust that facilitates the achievement of goals;
• work regularly with elected officials, including legislators and constitutional officers;
• represent DOM externally in a manner that enhances the agency’s credibility, reputation, and value;
• apply strategic planning, resource allocation, and leadership techniques to develop and manage department policies and procedures.
• oversee the budget projections, justify needs, and manage budgets to ensure proper expenditures of funds;
• monitor and assess the performance of self, individuals, and organizations to make improvements, create development plans, or take corrective action.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• in depth knowledge and/or experience with state government operations to include but not limited to; budgeting, administrative rule procedures, legislative functions, lobbying, and state finance guidelines.

Knowledge of:

• business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership techniques, and coordination of people and resources.

Ability to:

• plan, implement, and evaluate programs;
• direct and organize program activities;
• establish program goals and objectives that support the strategic plan;
• plan and delegate the work of others;
• plan, assign, and/or supervise the work of others;
• train others.

This position is exempt from the Civil Service Act.

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 at https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/. This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.

Must apply online: https://sodakprod-lm01.cloud.infor.com:1443/lmghr/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=QGF
You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email: careers@state.sd.us
http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus
"An Equal Opportunity Employer"