SEMS Training Manager
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The Mississippi Secretary of State’s Office seeks a contractor to manage Statewide Elections Management System (SEMS) development, coordinate the third-party vendor, and support county election officials. The role includes tracking and resolving system issues, consulting on SEMS functionality, and helping develop and deliver training using agency-approved materials. The contractor must refer policy, procedural, or legal questions to authorized sources rather than independently interpreting them.
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SEMS Training Manager
(Jobs in Jackson, MS)
Requirement id 159427
Job title Manager
Job location in Jackson, MS
Skills required Project Management Professional; CSM;, SEMS, Problem Solving Skills, Training
Open Date 28-Oct-2026
Close Date
Job type Contract
Duration 12 Months
Compensation DOE
Status requirement ---
Job interview type ---
Email Recruiter:coolsoft
Job Description Manager: Project Management Professional; CSM;, SEMS, Problem Solving Skills, Training
Start date : 1/1/2027
End Date : At least 1 Years from projected start date
Submission deadline :11/4/2026 3:00:00 PM
Client Info : SOS
Note:
*No MBR. 100% onsite required.
Description:
The Mississippi Secretary of States Office is seeking a qualified contractor with 10 years or greater of relevant experience to provide
elections oriented project management, elections systems and support technical coordination, and county consultation and support
services for the Statewide Elections Management System (SEMS). This position will be responsible for overseeing all SEMS development activities, coordinating and managing the third-party development vendor, monitoring project progress, and ensuring that development activities, enhancements, and deliverables align with agency requirements and operational needs. The contractor will also serve as a primary liaison between the agency, county election officials, and the development vendor, including documenting, communicating, tracking, and escalating system issues or enhancement requests submitted by the agency or counties
and coordinating with the vendor to ensure timely and effective resolution.
The contractor will provide consultation and assistance to county election officials regarding SEMS functionality, utilization,
troubleshooting, and related inquiries. Responsibilities will also include assisting with the development, coordination, and delivery of
training to counties concerning SEMS operations, system features, and other relevant or applicable election procedures and processes, utilizing agency-approved guidance and materials. The contractor shall not independently provide elections-related policy, procedural, or legal interpretations or advice to counties. When such matters arise, the contractor may serve as an intermediary by referring inquiries to appropriate authorized agency personnel or other official sources and communicating the guidance received.
This contractual position will operate within the Elections Division of the Mississippi Secretary of States Office and report directly to
the Assistant Secretary of State for Elections or their designee. The anticipated weekly work schedule, including the number of hours
worked and any required onsite presence, will be mutually agreed upon following contractor selection but prior to contract award.
Total compensated hours shall not exceed 1,040 hours per calendar year, regardless of the agreed-upon weekly schedule or work
arrangement.
Special Note: Funding for this position will consist of a combination of federal grant funds provided under the Help America Vote
Act and state general funds. The position will be required to provide detailed time sheets for accurate record keeping and
auditing.
Required Skills/Experience
Provide the minimum required skills and/or experience the contractor must possess to qualify for this position. These
requirements will be transferred to the Score Sheet and candidates without these requirements reflected on their resume will
NOT be presented to the manager for consideration.
The candidate must have relevant experience in software application project management, third-party vendor coordination, and
technical issue resolution. Preferred qualifications include experience with election management systems, governmental information
systems, or comparable enterprise applications. Candidates should possess strong organizational, analytical, communication, and
problem-solving skills, with demonstrated ability to coordinate software development activities, document and track technical issues
through resolution, and communicate effectively with technical and nontechnical stakeholders. Experience providing system
consultation, user support, and training to government personnel
Call502-379-4456 Ext 100for more details. Please provide Requirement id: 159427 while calling.
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How this job compares
Set against the 23,085 open Project Manager jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 31, 2026.
- Pay
- This postingNot listed
- Mississippi median$105–184K/yr80 salary ranges
- US median$46–60/hr962 hourly ranges
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 191 open Project Manager jobs in Mississippi and 23,085 across the US. 4% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 10 years of experience; Project Manager postings that state a minimum ask for 6 years at the median (19,888 postings).
- Education
- 12,581 of the 23,085 open Project Manager jobs (54%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
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