Sage Project Consultants is seeking candidates for a Project Support position. Ideal candidates include individuals with professional and/or educational experience looking for flexible, part-time employment.
Please email Nick Oyen (nick@sageprojectconsultants.com) with your Cover Letter, Resume, and References to apply for this position. Professional writing samples are also encouraged.
Please use subject line "Sage Project Support Position Application" to help assure timely review of your application.
Qualified candidates may actively contribute in some or all portions of the functions listed.
- Project coordination and support. Provide assistance to the Project Manager or Project Director in coordinating several large statewide projects, including behavioral health related grant activities in partnership with the South Dakota Department of Social Services. May also support grant management, technical writing, and project management strategies.
- Communication support. Assist in preparing materials to communicate status updates on projects (e.g. infographics, summary reports, simple websites) using standard software (e.g. PowerPoint, Word). Experience with Canva or Adobe InDesign is desired but not required. Coordinate communication with partnering providers (e.g., treatment agencies) on behalf of the team in the area of data compliance and quality assurance.
- Analyze and summarize key findings (outcomes and impacts) from primary data sources in support of client projects. Utilize that data as well as supporting secondary data to create custom graphs and charts. Create infographics and assist in writing formative reports based on survey data.
- Analyze data in support of the company’s projects, including dashboard design, data visualization, and interpretation of findings. Experience in Excel is required as a foundation for this work; additional experience or awareness of PowerBI or analytical software is preferred.
- Logistics. Scheduling meetings in support of projects. Sending calendar invites. Setting up meeting room logistics. Attend client meetings with Sage owners to gain experience on consultant/client relationships. Assist with facilitation and transcription.
- Other duties as assigned.
Work Environment
The position is based out of the Vermillion, SD office and will be supervised by Nick Oyen, owner/partner. Office hours are generally Monday through Friday, 8:30 – 4:30. This position will primarily work remotely (work from home); however, work in the Vermillion office may be expected at a regular frequency.
Hours are flexible and can be adjusted based on a candidate’s availability.
Wage is negotiable based on experience. Travel will be minimal if and as needed, and associated expenses will be reimbursed if travel is agreed to and needed. Employees must have a valid U.S. driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of insurance.
Minimum Requirements and Education
High School diploma or GED is required, post-secondary experience is preferred. However, work experience will be considered in lieu of post-secondary experience. Academic training and/or work experience in health sciences, business, or related fields is preferred.
Desired Skills
- Professional e-mail, verbal and written communication skills.
- Data visualization skills, using common platforms (e.g. Excel with preference for familiarity with PowerBI).
- Strong written communication skills to assist with drafting documents, reports, and briefs in support of projects.
- High comfort level with phone and/or web-based (e.g. Zoom) meetings and dialogue.
- Research skills leveraging web-based resources to support the needs of specific projects.
Initial application review will begin August 17th, 2025. Position will remain posted until filled.
