Underground Storage Tank Compliance Inspector (Environmental Health Manager I)

State of South Carolina • Columbia, SC

367d • Hybrid

About The Position

This position serves as an Underground Storage Tank (UST) Compliance Inspector for the Bureau of Regional and Laboratory Services. You will be performing inspections, evaluations, and complaint investigations in support of SCDES' roles and responsibilities for overseeing the protection and preservation of South Carolina's environment and natural resources.

Requirements

• An associate degree in a related technical field; OR a high school diploma and two (2) years of environmental health or related experience.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with UST methods and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Conduct or participate in documenting routine UST inspections to determine compliance with state and federal UST regulations within the assigned geographic area.
• Perform Delivery Prohibition (DP) at sites designated and scheduled by the UST Regulatory and Compliance Section.
• Provide technical assistance to owners/operators, consultants, public officials, and the public on matters related to federal and state UST laws, rules, and regulations.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children.
• 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 including State Retirement Plan (SCRS) and State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees