Stormwater Compliance Manager (EHM I)

State of South Carolina

  • Richland County, SC
  • $50,939-77,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 5 hours ago
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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 | SustainabilityUnder direct supervision, the Stormwater Compliance Manager will serves as an entry level member of the Stormwater Compliance Team within the Water Pollution Compliance Section. Participate in the implementation of the stormwater compliance program. Work closely with Regional Office inspection staff dealing with stormwater inspections. Assist with implementation of the Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems (MS4) compliance program.Job Responsibilities:
  • Entry level coordination of implementation for the MS4 compliance program in assigned area. Assist in the refinement of inspection forms and other documents. Schedule and conduct audits of permitted MS4 programs as needed to meet Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Department goals. Assist with the review of annual reports and other submitted documents and provide guidance and outreach to regulated MS4 programs.
  • Review Stormwater Compliance Evaluation Inspection (SWCEI) and mine discharge inspection reports from regional inspectors in assigned area for accuracy and completeness. Enter data into appropriate tracking systems. Track regional inspection status relative to the annual schedule. Assist regional inspectors and MS4s as needed. Update inspection forms as needed. Conduct facility inspections as needed, enter data in tracking systems and conduct follow-up.
  • Conduct inspections of construction sites as needed. Assist regional inspectors and MS4s with inspections at sites needing extra attention and investigate complaints as needed. Provide input to Stormwater Permitting as needed during changes to Best Management Practices (BMP) manuals and other updates.
  • Serve as contact for Forestry Commission to resolve violations referred for logging and stormwater issues. Prepare compliance documents and enforcement referrals as appropriate.
  • Perform related duties as required/assigned to assist the Water Pollution Compliance and Enforcement Division's implementation of overall program components.
  • A bachelor's degree in the natural or physical sciences or related technical field.
  • An associate degree in the natural or physical sciences or related technical field and two (2) years of environmental health or related experience.
  • A high school diploma and four (4) 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.
  • Serves as a member of the Stormwater Compliance Team within the Water Pollution Compliance Section
  • Participate in the implementation of the stormwater compliance program
  • Work closely with Regional Office inspection staff dealing with stormwater inspections.
  • Assist with implementation of the MS4 compliance program.
  • Work in all reasonable weather conditions and access non-traditional work environments.
  • May require:
  • Daily travel throughout the state.
  • Occasional overnight travel.
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.

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