Salary: $49,941.00 - $55,651.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 173342/61069579
Agency: SCDES-Regional & Lab Ops
Opening Date: 02/13/2025
Closing Date: 3/2/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: JB40
Position Number:: 61069579 (173342)
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Band: Band 5
Hiring Range - Min.: $49,941.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $55,651.00
Opening Date: 02/13/2025
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: If you meet the requirements of the position and would like to be considered, you must submit a state application online. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. The quality of the application presented (completeness and accuracy as well as grammar and spelling) will be considered prior to the offer of an interview. A criminal records check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment. Applications will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on the stated closing date.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job ResponsibilitiesCareers at SCDES: Where Passion Meets PreservationDo you love South Carolina and protecting the environment? Come join our team at SCDES, put your passion to work with us! We are dedicated to protecting the state of South Carolina and we would love to have you as a member of our team!
Science | Service | SustainabilityJob Purpose:Under direct supervision, the
Water Quality Compliance Inspector performs assigned inspections, evaluations, and sampling for the Bureau of Regional and Laboratory Services, as required by the Bureau of Water wastewater and agricultural programs. Develop advanced knowledge and understanding of these programs.
Job Duties: - Conduct or participate in the collection of samples from monitoring stations and wastewater facility discharge points. Prepare monthly schedules; prepare sample bottles and complete daily calibration and standardization for sampling equipment. Clean and maintain equipment to ensure it is in good working condition. Work to be conducted in strict accordance with the SCDES standard operating procedures and the Bureau of Water schedule frequency.
- Perform or participate in compliance inspections and follow up inspections, as needed, at wastewater, stormwater and agricultural operations for compliance with applicable regulations, permits, and according to Bureau of Water schedule frequency. Conduct site inspections and final inspections.
- Respond or participate in the investigation of complaints on wastewater facilities, sanitary sewer overflows, and fish kills; evaluate the potential causes, initiate corrective actions, or contact responsible parties to ensure the complaint is resolved in a timely manner. Monitor progress of corrective actions taken to solve problems causing unsatisfactory reports. Initiate enforcement actions where appropriate.
- Assist with providing technical assistance to the regulated community and public when necessary or requested. Post public notices and advisories at facilities and public locations..
- Perform other duties as required, which includes, but is not limited to, attending periodic staff meetings and training.
Minimum and Additional Requirements - An associate degree in a related technical field;
- OR a high school diploma and two (2) years of environmental health or related experience. Certification in the environmental field qualifies as related experience.
Note: Degrees in a related technical field include, but are not limited to, Earth sciences, chemistry, biology, physics, soil science, environmental science, etc.
Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application are encouraged to upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency may require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring.
Additional Requirements:- Able to provide outstanding customer service in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Work effectively in a team-oriented environment and encourage positive working relationships with coworkers, industry, and government officials.
- Work independently in a field environment.
- Ability to successfully complete prescribed technical coursework and pass any test relevant to the position within the probationary period or trial period.
- Able to swim and work comfortably in a boat in open water and in rough water conditions.
- Work in all reasonable weather conditions and access non-traditional work environments.
- May require:
- Daily travel throughout the state.
- Occasional overnight travel.
- Participation on the Environmental Response Team and is subject to on call or call back 24/7.
Preferred Qualifications - Experience or knowledge in drinking water, agricultural, and/or wastewater programs.
- Thorough knowledge of applicable state and federal agricultural and/or wastewater laws and regulations.
- Knowledge of environmental health regulations.
- Data management skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft office professional (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access).
- Experience using tablets and other electronic equipment in a field environment.
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage time effectively.
Additional Comments SCDES 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.
The Department will not sponsor H1B visas for this position.
The South Carolina Department of Environmental Services offers an exceptional benefits package for full time (FTE) employees: - Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click for additional information.
- 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
- 15 days sick leave per year
- 13 paid holidays
- Paid parental leave
- S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available
- Retirement benefit choices *
- State Retirement Plan
- State Optional Retirement Program
- Remote Work: The option of partially remote work is available after successful completion of 6 months to 1 year of employment, based on job functions
*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.
Benefits for State EmployeesThe 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 BenefitsEligible 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 BenefitsState 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 BenefitsState 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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Please select which description best describes your level of experience as it pertains to the minimum requirements for this position. Please note, degrees in a related technical field include, but are not limited to, Earth sciences, chemistry, biology, physics, environmental science, soil science, etc.
- I have at least an associate degree in a related technical field.
- I have a high school diploma or GED, and at least two (2) years of environmental health or related experience.
- None of the above.
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Are you a current or previous DHEC or SCDES employee?
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The hiring range for this position is $49,941- $55,651. This position will be offered at the lower end of the hiring range. If you are the selected candidate and offered this position, are you willing to accept the salary at the lower end of the hiring range?
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Will you now or in the future require SCDES sponsorship for employment visa status?
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This position is headquartered in Aiken. This position requires you to physically report to the designated headquarters daily. Are you able to meet this requirement?
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Please describe your experience conducting regulatory inspections.
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Please describe your experience with and/or knowledge of wastewater and/or drinking water management regulations.
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Please describe a time you provided great customer service.
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