Solid Waste Compliance Specialist (EHM I)

Full Job Description

Under direct supervision, the Solid Waste Compliance Specialist determine facility compliance with applicable environmental laws, regulations, and policies that pertain to the Bureau of Regional and Laboratory Services solid waste program. Develop advanced knowledge and understanding of the solid waste program.

Job Responsibilities:

• Performs compliance inspections of permitted facilities. Performs all functions in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures Manual.
• Determines and documents compliance with applicable environmental laws, regulations and policies that pertain to solid waste disposal.
• Provides accurate and legally defensible data documenting inspections and/or impacts of discharges to the environment and public health.
• Submits reports within the required time frames and makes referrals as appropriate.

Respond to or participate in the investigation of complaints of solid waste concerns; 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 in providing technical assistance and consultation to industries and the general public on state and federal solid waste regulations and standards.
• Perform other duties as required, which includes, but is not limited to, attending periodic staff meetings and training.

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, 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 valid state driver's license, and ability to operate personal and state-owned vehicles.
• 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.
• Ability to make visual observations of facilities, samples, plans, specifications, and reports.
• Work independently in a field environment.
• Work in all reasonable weather conditions and access non-traditional work environments.
• Ability to successfully complete prescribed technical coursework and pass any test relevant to the position within the probationary period or trial period.
• Ability to bend, climb and stoop to conduct inspections.
• Ability to wear the required safety equipment as needed including, but not limited to, hard hats, safety glasses, and safety boots.
• Ability to walk on uneven terrain.
• 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.

Qualifications

Familiarity with solid waste methods and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).Experience inspecting solid waste facilities.Knowledge of environmental health regulations.Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively.Proficiency with Microsoft Office Professional (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

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.

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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.