Dams Safety Engineering Associate II - State of South Carolina : Job Details

Salary: $66,425.00 - $103,900.00 Annually Location : Florence County, SC Job Type: FTE - Full-Time Job Number: 179277/61009843 Agency: SCDES-Regional & Lab Ops Opening Date: 08/18/2025 Closing Date: 9/1/2025 11:59 PM Eastern Class Code:: HD65 Position Number:: 61009843 (179277) Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00) Pay Grade: GEN10 Hiring Range - Min.: $66,425.00 Hiring Range - Max.: $80,800.00 Opening Date: 08/15/2025 EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer Agency Specific Application Procedures:: If you meet the requirements of the position and would like to be considered, you must submit a state application online. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. The quality of the application presented (completeness and accuracy as well as grammar and spelling) will be considered prior to the offer of an interview. A criminal records check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment. Applications will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on the stated closing date. Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions. Job Responsibilities Careers at SCDES: Where Passion Meets Preservation 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! Science | Service | Sustainability Under general supervision, the Dams Safety Engineering Associate II provides advanced engineering expertise for the dam safety for the Bureau of Regional and Laboratory Services. May perform supervisory and/or training duties. Provides advanced knowledge and understanding of the dam safety program or demonstrates potential for advanced understanding of the program area. Job Responsibilities:

• Review preliminary engineering reports, engineering plans and specifications and other technical documents related to construction, operation, or maintenance of state-regulated dams to ensure compliance with the Bureau of Water Dam Safety Program regulations. Make technical recommendations, issue approvals to operate or take other appropriate action based upon findings of review.
• Conduct construction, final and operation inspections of state-regulated dams with discretionary authority to take appropriate action based upon findings of inspections. Prepares necessary documentation of activities.
• Conduct hazard reviews of dams and evaluate unclassified, unpermitted dams. Prepare necessary documentation and make technical recommendations.
• Responds and investigates complaints received from the public. Take appropriate, immediate and follow up actions.
• Assist regulated community (engineers, operators, etc.) with advice regarding preparation and submission of engineering reports, engineering plans and specifications, monitoring reports and other environmentally related documents.
• Initiate enforcement action by submitting enforcement referrals to the program enforcement section after supervisor's approval.
• Perform other duties as required, which includes, but is not limited to, attending periodic staff meetings.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

• A master's degree in engineering.
• A bachelor's degree in engineering and one (1) year of experience in environmental engineering.
• A bachelor's degree in engineering and two (2) years of experience as an engineer.

The education must qualify the applicant to become registered as a Level A Professional Engineer in South Carolina and must meet one of the education requirements outlined on the South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulations website found at: *If the applicant is utilizing the 'substantially equivalent education' pathway, the approval letter from LLR must be final at time of application. 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 will 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.
  • Participation on the Environmental Response Team and is subject to on call or call back 24/7.

Preferred Qualifications

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

Additional Comments 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. Benefits for State Employees The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies. Insurance Benefits Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses. Retirement Benefits State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options. Workplace Benefits State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more. Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available. 01 Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted or reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

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02 Do you have at least a bachelor's degree in engineering?

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03 Are you a current or previous SCDES or DHEC employee?

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04 The hiring range for this position is $66,425- $80,800. Are you willing to accept a salary within this hiring range?

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05 Will you now or in the future require SCDES sponsorship for employment visa status?

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06 This position is headquartered in Florence, SC This position requires you to be able to report to the designated headquarters daily. You will also be requested to travel to the other location at a minimum of once per week, or more often as needed. Are you able to meet this requirement?

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07 Do you have your Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or Professional Engineer license (PE)?

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08 This is a field position and approximately 75% of time will be spent outdoors in the field. This includes work in inclement weather, temperature extremes, and in the presence of wildlife. These duties can take place in open fields, streets, wooded areas, a variety of rural and urban areas, and developed and undeveloped sites. Will you be comfortable performing these duties?

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09 Please describe your experience in regulations, permitting, and inspections of the Dams and Reservoir Safety Act. 10 Please describe your experience in working independently. Required Question