Area Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Services Section Director - 61007133

Job Responsibilities

Serves as the Area WIC Services Sectio Director providing leadership, oversight, direct and indirect supervision, and expertise for the four Local Agency WIC Units.

Supervises and directs the four Local Agency WIC Unit Program Managers.

Provides strategic leadership and oversight for statewide WIC clinic operations, ensuring efficient and effective service delivery that meets regulatory, programmatic, and clinical standards.

Directly supervises the WIC Local Agency Unit Managers and provides indirect leadership to the WIC Leadership Team, and front line service providers.

Fosters a positive organizational culture of communication, accountability, and high performance.

Applies principles of ethics, diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice to guide program planning, evaluation, and continuous improvement.

Collaborates with Local Agency WIC Unit Program Managers to optimize staffing, appointment scheduling, workflow efficiency, and customer service.

Supports policy updates, process improvements, and training initiatives to maintain operational excellence.

Leads performance management and quality improvement efforts across the state.

Makes sure to monitor program outcomes, service delivery metrics, and clinic performance.

Promotes partnerships with Public Health Nutrition leadership on recruitment, selection, retention, and development of a diverse, inclusive, and competent workforce.

Applies principles of project management to plan, execute, and evaluate statewide WIC initiatives that enhance program efficiency, service quality, and health outcomes.

Leads cross-functional teams through structured project phases-including initiation, planning, implementation, monitoring, and closure to ensure timely achievement of goals.

Employs data-driven, decision-making and stakeholder engagement strategies to align project outcomes with organizational priorities, regulatory requirements, and the DPH Strategic Plan.

Promotes continuous improvement by documenting lessons learned, standardizing best practices, and fostering accountability across all levels of the program.

Completes employee performance evaluations in accordance with agency guidelines, providing regular feedback and mentoring to build staff competencies and support professional growth.

Promotes alignment with the DPH Strategic Plan and contributes to the development, implementation, and monitoring of organizational performance standards.

Actively engages in bureau leadership initiatives and communicates key information to the CNS Bureau Director.

Serves as a core member of the Bureau Leadership Team, contributing to strategic planning, operational decision-making, and performance accountability across the organization.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

• A bachelor's degree and relevant program management experience.
• Agency Additional Requirements: A bachelor's degree and seven (7) years of WIC experience with two (2) years' experience in a supervisory role or program management, or a master's degree and five (5) years of WIC experience with two (2) years of experience in a supervisory role or program management.

Preferred Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian with local and state agency WIC experience.

Additional Comments

EEO: The Department of Public Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, or genetic information.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: Applicants needing accommodation for medical reasons or a sincerely held religious belief may submit a request for accommodation. A reasonable accommodation may be granted if it doesn't impose an undue hardship or pose a direct threat to the health and safety of others.

STATE DISASTER PLAN: In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, Department of Public Health employees may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.

DRIVING RECORD: If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver's license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.

The South Carolina Department of Public Health offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• 15 days Annual (Vacation) Leave per year
• 15 days Sick Leave per year
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children.

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S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation)

Retirement benefit choices *State Retirement Plan (SCRS) State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP) Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.

HYBRID WORK: The option to work partially remote or adjusted work hours may be available after 12 months of employment for approved positions.

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.