Consistency and Planning Specialist (EHM I)

Full Job Description

Do 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!

Under direct supervision, the Consistency and Planning Specialist performs solid waste planning services for the Division of Mining and Solid Waste Management, specifically in the Solid Waste Regulation Development, Planning, and Reporting Section. Also, provide assistance to the Solid Waste Annual Report Editor, assist in managing the S.C. Manufacturer Responsibility and Consumer Convenience Information Technology Equipment Collection and Recovery Act and assist in planning meetings as necessary.

Job Duties:

• Provide solid waste planning services which include consistency determinations, review county solid waste management plans, and provide input for update to State Solid Waste Management Plan.
• Help administer Annual Report requirements under the Solid Waste Act.
• Assist in planning and conducting workgroup meetings, conferences and workshops.
• Support administration of the S.C. Manufacturer Responsibility and Consumer Convenience Information Technology Equipment Collection and Recovery Act.
• Perform other section activities as assigned.
  
  
  

Requirements

• A high school diploma and experience in environmental health programs.
• A bachelor's degree in the natural or physical sciences, mathematics, public health, engineering or related technical field may be substituted for the required work experience.
  
  Note: Degrees in a related technical field include, but are not limited to, Earth sciences, chemistry, biology, physics, soil science, environmental science, mathematics, 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:

• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Ability to manage multiple projects at one time.
• Writing, editing and research skills.
• Must be able to work independently and meet strict deadlines while
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing in a clear and concise manner.
• Must have experience using personal computers, Microsoft Word and Excel.
• May require:
  • Daily travel throughout the state.
  • Occasional overnight travel.

Qualifications

• Solid Waste Management regulatory compliance experience.

Additional Information

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 here 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 (S.C. Deferred Compensation)
• Retirement benefit choices *
  • State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
  • State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)
• Remote Work: The option to work remotely 2 days per week is available after successful completion of 1 year of employment with SCDES, 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.