Dams Safety and Stormwater Division Director
Apply NowCompany: State of South Carolina
Location: Richland, SC 29675
Description:
Salary: $68,397.00 - $126,547.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 174227
Agency: SCDES-Water
Opening Date: 03/05/2025
Closing Date: 3/11/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: AH50
Position Number:: 61009400
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Band: Band 8
Hiring Range - Min.: $86,785.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $97,472.00
Opening Date: 03/17/2025
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
Introduction/Job Purpose:
The Dams Safety and Stormwater Division Director Administers statewide programs and directs sections managers in functions related to engineering review and permitting of Dams and Stormwater.
Job Duties:
Minimum and Additional Requirements
A master's degree in the natural or physical sciences, public health or related technical field and six (6) years of environmental experience; or a bachelor's degree in the natural or physical sciences, public health or related technical field and (7) years of environmental experience.
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:
*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.
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Are you a current or former SCDES or SCDHEC employee?
02
Will you now or in the future require SCDES sponsorship for employment visa status?
03
Do you have a master's degree in the natural or physical sciences, public health or related technical field and six (6) years of environmental experience; or a bachelor's degree in the natural or physical sciences, public health or related technical field and (7) years of environmental experience?
Required Question
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 174227
Agency: SCDES-Water
Opening Date: 03/05/2025
Closing Date: 3/11/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: AH50
Position Number:: 61009400
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Band: Band 8
Hiring Range - Min.: $86,785.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $97,472.00
Opening Date: 03/17/2025
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
Introduction/Job Purpose:
The Dams Safety and Stormwater Division Director Administers statewide programs and directs sections managers in functions related to engineering review and permitting of Dams and Stormwater.
Job Duties:
- Supervise, guide, evaluate and propose revisions to programs and regulations assigned to the Division. Coordinate Division activities internally and externally. Ensure effectiveness and efficiency of Division operations.
- Direct and monitor the management of Division activities. Anticipate needs and identify and correct deficiencies promptly, inform upper management of controversial issues. Seek appropriate training opportunities for staff. Evaluate staff performance, provide feedback to staff and ensure that staff work complies with Department policy and standards.
- Issue permits in the stormwater program. Track that general permits are issued in a timely manner .
- Coordinate and communicate Division activities with internal and external partners. Provide responses as needed to media and legislative inquires. Provide consultation to ABC/BC on programmatic matters.
- Be timely and effective in coordination and communication. Respond to phone calls within one day if possible. Provide verbal and written presentations and reports as requested. Provide feedback to ABC/BC.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
A master's degree in the natural or physical sciences, public health or related technical field and six (6) years of environmental experience; or a bachelor's degree in the natural or physical sciences, public health or related technical field and (7) years of environmental experience.
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
*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
Are you a current or former SCDES or SCDHEC employee?
- Yes
- No
02
Will you now or in the future require SCDES sponsorship for employment visa status?
- Yes
- No
03
Do you have a master's degree in the natural or physical sciences, public health or related technical field and six (6) years of environmental experience; or a bachelor's degree in the natural or physical sciences, public health or related technical field and (7) years of environmental experience?
- Yes
- No
Required Question