Water Quality Compliance Specialist -Team Lead (EHM III)

Full Job Description

Job Responsibilities:

Collect 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 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 to and investigate 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.

Provides expert level technical assistance to the regulated community and public when necessary or requested. Post public notices and advisories at facilities and public locations. Assist with training staff on these tasks as required.

Provide technical assistance and training to staff to ensure an optimal level of knowledge, skills, and abilities to meet program objectives and maintain a high level of customer service.

Perform other duties as required, which includes, but is not limited to, attending periodic staff meetings and training.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in a related technical field and one (1) year of experience.
• An associate degree in a related technical field and at least three (3) year of environmental health or related experience.
• A high school diploma or GED, and at least five (5) years of environmental health or 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.
• 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.
• Work in all reasonable weather conditions and access non-traditional work environments.
• May require:
  • Daily travel throughout the state.
  • Occasional overnight travel.
  • Subject to on call or call back 24/7.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with wastewater and stormwater methods and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Experience inspecting and sampling wastewater facilities.
• Knowledge of environmental health regulations.
• Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Pow

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.