What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructional Materials Coordinator (Program Coordinator I) - 60027525 position at State of South Carolina?
Job Responsibilities
The mission of the South Carolina Department of Education is to serve students, support teachers, empower parents, and engage the community so that every student graduates prepared to reach their full potential.
Position Summary
The Instructional Materials & Technology Coordinator supports the effective acquisition, distribution, inventory management, and implementation of state-funded instructional materials and instructional technology resources for schools and districts statewide. This position serves as a primary liaison among schools, districts, vendors, publishers, and agency staff to ensure accurate ordering, inventory accountability, timely delivery of materials, and successful integration of instructional technology tools that support teaching and learning.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Instructional Materials Management
Minimum And Additional Requirements
A high school diploma and relevant program experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Additional Responsibilities
The South Carolina Department of Education offers an exceptional benefits package that includes:
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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.
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Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted or reviewed in lieu of the application. I have read and acknowledge the above statement.
I understand that a criminal record investigation will be conducted prior to employment being offered by the South Carolina Department of Education. My personal identifying information will be processed through the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED).
Do you have a high school diploma and relevant program experience?
Do you have a bachelor's degree in Education, Educational Technology, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field?
How did you hear about this position?
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The mission of the South Carolina Department of Education is to serve students, support teachers, empower parents, and engage the community so that every student graduates prepared to reach their full potential.
Position Summary
The Instructional Materials & Technology Coordinator supports the effective acquisition, distribution, inventory management, and implementation of state-funded instructional materials and instructional technology resources for schools and districts statewide. This position serves as a primary liaison among schools, districts, vendors, publishers, and agency staff to ensure accurate ordering, inventory accountability, timely delivery of materials, and successful integration of instructional technology tools that support teaching and learning.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Instructional Materials Management
- Provide technical assistance and statewide support to approximately 1,200 schools, including public, charter, vocational, alternative schools, and districts, regarding textbook orders, inventory, returns, and instructional materials processes.
- Provide timely and solutions-oriented technical assistance to district instructional materials
- Review and approve High-Quality Instructional Materials (HQIM) orders based on enrollment data, inventory analysis, and state funding requirements.
- Process textbook returns and coordinate with vendors to resolve discrepancies, including missing items, shipping errors, and inventory issues.
- Process payments submitted by schools for lost, damaged, or unreturned instructional materials.
- Run, analyze, and monitor inventory reports, providing technical assistance and guidance to schools during inventory cycles.
- Assist schools and districts with completing annual state inventory requirements.
- Utilize data management systems and reporting tools to maintain accurate records of instructional materials, enrollments, preorders, and distributions.
- Set up and manage preorders for newly adopted instructional materials, consumables, and other state-funded resources.
- Support the implementation and management of technology systems used for instructional materials ordering, inventory, and reporting.
- Provide technical assistance and training to district and school personnel on instructional technology platforms and digital resource management systems.
- Assist with system transitions, integrations, data validation, and user account management for instructional materials applications.
- Collaborate with technology teams and vendors to troubleshoot system issues, maintain data accuracy, and improve user experiences.
- Support the evaluation, implementation, and ongoing use of digital instructional resources and educational technology tools.
- Provide exceptional customer service and support to school administrators, district staff, textbook coordinators, and other stakeholders.
- Collaborate with implementation teams to support the distribution and successful rollout of newly adopted instructional materials.
- Serve as a liaison among schools, districts, publishers, technology vendors, and agency staff.
- Support statewide meetings, training sessions, workshops, conferences, and implementation events.
- Communicate effectively regarding timelines, procedures, inventory requirements, and system updates.
- Assist with special projects and statewide initiatives related to instructional materials and educational technology.
Minimum And Additional Requirements
A high school diploma and relevant program experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Education, Educational Technology, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Experience in instructional materials management, educational technology, inventory systems, data management, or related educational operations.
- Strong organizational, customer service, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience analyzing data and generating reports.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and database management systems.
- Experience working with state adoption processes, textbook inventory systems, or digital resource management platforms.
- Experience supporting district or school instructional technology initiatives.
- Knowledge of educational technology tools, learning platforms, and digital instructional resources.
- Experience providing training and technical assistance to educators and administrators.
Additional Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate records and documentation in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Prepare reports and analyze data to support decision-making and program implementation.
- Participate in professional learning opportunities related to instructional materials, educational technology, and statewide initiatives.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Knowledge of instructional materials adoption, inventory management, and distribution processes.
- Knowledge of instructional technology systems and digital learning resources.
- Strong data analysis and reporting skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
- Ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
- Ability to provide training, technical support, and customer service in a professional manner.
- Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external partners.
The South Carolina Department of Education offers an exceptional benefits package that includes:
- Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children.
- 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year.
- 15 days sick leave per year.
- 13 paid holidays.
- State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs.
http://www.ed.sc.gov/jobs/human-resources/title-ix-nondiscrimination/
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.
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Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted or reviewed in lieu of the application. I have read and acknowledge the above statement.
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- No
I understand that a criminal record investigation will be conducted prior to employment being offered by the South Carolina Department of Education. My personal identifying information will be processed through the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED).
- Yes
- No
Do you have a high school diploma and relevant program experience?
- Yes
- No
Do you have a bachelor's degree in Education, Educational Technology, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field?
- Yes
- No
How did you hear about this position?
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If you answered “other” in the question above, please specify where you heard about this position below.
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