SRF Environmental Coordinator (EHM II) in Columbia, South Carolina at State of South Carolina

Under general supervision, the SRF Environmental Coordinator (EHM II) works within the SCDES Bureau of Water (BOW)'s State Revolving Fund Program. In this role, you will provide intermediate level review, support, and oversight for projects funded by the Clean Water State Revolving Fund (SRF) and Drinking Water SRF. Working alongside program staff and management, you will perform environmental reviews, conduct site inspections, and provide technical assistance to ensure compliance with state and federal environmental regulations and laws, as well as with SRF federal requirements and program policies. SRF projects involve the construction of drinking water, wastewater and stormwater infrastructure to protect human health and the environment. Through this work, you will directly support the Agency’s mission to safeguard public health and preserve South Carolina’s environmental quality for current and future generations.

Job Responsibilities:

• Manage mid-level oversight activities during construction of Drinking Water and Clean Water SRF projects, including review and approval of change orders and draw requests.
• Manage study projects as needed and participate in pre-construction meetings.
• Coordinate with SRF project managers and other state/federal agencies to complete advanced environmental assessments.
• Conduct compliance inspections for SRF funded construction projects.
• Provide technical assistance regarding Davis-Bacon Wage rates, American Iron and Steel, Build America, Buy America, and other SRF federal requirements.
• Complete project close-outs in coordination with SRF staff, including project managers, reporting staff, and financial team members.
• Support administration and data collection for Drinking Water and Clean Water Needs Surveys.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the SRF program manager and Bureau of Water (BOW) management.

Why Join Us?

As a state employee, you’ll enjoy:

• Job Stability & Purposeful Work: Make an impact on your community as you contribute to protecting SC's environment.
• Great Benefits: Including paid holidays, 30 total days of leave per year, insurance options for you and your family, and retirement benefit choices.
• Career Growth: Grow professionally with ongoing training, skill-building opportunities, and room for advancement.
• Work-Life Balance: A career that lets you enjoy South Carolina, inside and outside of your job.

• A master’s degree in the natural or physical sciences or related technical field; OR
• A bachelor’s degree in the natural or physical sciences or related technical field and one (1) year of environmental health or related experience; OR
• An associate degree in the natural or physical sciences or related technical field and three (3) years of environmental health or related experience; OR
• A high school diploma of GED and five (5) years of environmental health or related experience.

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:

• Ability to read and interpret regulations and conduct professional, thorough site inspections.
• Well-organized, deliberate, and persistent in approach to problem solving.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision and follow established procedures.
• Maintain a professional personal appearance.
• Proficient in operating engineering calculators, ability to use computers and associated databases/software applications.

• Occasional overnight travel and after-hours work may be required.
• This position works under general supervision with daily contact and communication.
• Guidance for performing this job derived from state and federal laws, regulations, and policies developed by SCDES and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

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.