Date Posted: 02/12/2026
Hiring Organization: Rose International
Position Number: 496971
Industry: Government/Staffing
Job Title: Business Analyst - Consultant
Job Location: Columbia, SC, USA, 29201
Work Model: Hybrid
Work Model Details: 2-3 days onsite per week
Shift: Regular Business Hours
Employment Type: Temporary
FT/PT: Full-Time
Estimated Duration (In months): 13
Min Hourly Rate($): 60.00
Max Hourly Rate($): 65.00
Must Have Skills/Attributes: Change Management, Data Governance, Machine Learning
Experience Desired: State/Federal Government exp is highly desired (5 yrs)
Preferred Education: Bachelor’s Degree
**C2C is not available**
Job Description
PREFERRED EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE:
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science or other related field and minimum of five years of progressive experience in AI strategy, data analytics or information technology
MINIMUM REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/ SKILLS:
• At least 2 years of experience with AI technologies, machine learning, and data governance
• At least 5 years of experience in strategic planning, change management and stakeholder engagement
• 5 or more years of experience government or the public sector
• This position functions under limited supervision by the Agency Head
• Exercises independent discretion and judgment
• May require in-state and out-of-state travel
• May require nights, weekends, and after-hours assignments
• May require participation in emergency response events
• This position functions primarily in an office environment
ADDIITONAL REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
• Strong understanding of AI technologies, machine learning, and data governance
• Experience in strategic planning, change management and stakeholder engagement
• Experience in government or public sector is preferred
• Knowledge of the principles and techniques of project planning and creation
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with users, technical staff, management, vendors and others. Ability to provide guidance and recommendations to senior-level personnel
SCOPE OF THE PROJECT:
This position reports directly to the Agency Head and works in close coordination with the Chief Technology Officer (CTO). As the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Strategist for, this individual will recommend strategies that leverage a variety of AI technologies.
GENERAL NATURE OF WORK:
This position reports directly to the Agency Head and works in close coordination. As the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Strategist for Agency, this individual will recommend strategies that leverage a variety of AI technologies throughout that will aim to improve the agency's operational efficiency, enhance the services to the citizens SC, and will ensure and maintain compliance with regulatory standards at the state and federal level. This position will guide AI vision and continue to foster innovation and partnerships with agency stakeholders while maintaining transparency and accountability
EXAMPLES OF WORK:
• Co-create an agency wide AI strategy with executive leadership and the, aligning initiatives to mission outcomes and citizen services
• Maintain a prioritized portfolio of AI use cases, establish frameworks for responsible AI use, and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations through joint governance.
• Define and enforce principles for ethical AI use, including fairness, transparency, and human-at-the-helm standards. Conduct impact assessments for privacy and bias, oversee audits, and report compliance findings to the Agency Head, and Data Council
• Partner with agency programs to identify opportunities, shape requirements, and define success metrics. Act as business product owner for AI solutions, ensuring measurable outcomes and adoption, while collaborating with OT for technical readiness, integration, and secure deployment
• In coordination with OT, Training & Development and Communications, design and deliver training programs, playbooks, and communications to build AI literacy across roles. Lead change management efforts to foster adoption and trust, Communicate initiatives and results to internal and external stakeholders for transparency
• Work with OT to align AI projects with approved platforms, cybersecurity standards, and data governance policies. Participate in vendor evaluations and procurement processes, ensuring solutions meet technical, ethical, and compliance requirements. Monitor performance, define KPIs, and publish impact reports to inform continuous improvement
- **Only those lawfully authorized to work in the designated country associated with the position will be considered.**
- **Please note that all Position start dates and duration are estimates and may be reduced or lengthened based upon a client’s business needs and requirements.**
Benefits:
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California Pay Equity:
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Rose International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender (expression or identity), national origin, arrest and conviction records, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Positions located in San Francisco and Los Angeles, California will be administered in accordance with their respective Fair Chance Ordinances.
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