UST Management Division Director (Program Manager II)
Apply NowCompany: State of South Carolina
Location: Richland, SC 29675
Description:
Salary: $86,574.00 - $95,231.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 173396/61009730
Agency: SCDES-Land & Waste
Opening Date: 02/07/2025
Closing Date: 2/23/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: AH50
Position Number:: 61009730
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Band: Band 8
Hiring Range - Min.: $86,574.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $95,231.00
Opening Date: 02/07/2025
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
The Underground Storage Tank Management (UST) Division Director directs, plans, coordinates, and administers the Underground Storage Tank (UST) Management Division within the Bureau of Land and Waste Management. The Director is responsible for the development and implementation of permitting and compliance requirements of the UST systems, coordinating compliance and inspection oversight with BRLS, and administering the site rehabilitation program for petroleum releases, and the administration of the SUPERB Account, SUPERB Financial Responsibility Fund, fees and federal grants.
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 Requirements:
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 will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring.
Preferred Qualifications
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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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?
02
Are you willing to accept a salary within the range of $86,574 to $95,231?
03
Are you a current or former employee of SCDHEC/SCDES?
Required Question
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 173396/61009730
Agency: SCDES-Land & Waste
Opening Date: 02/07/2025
Closing Date: 2/23/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: AH50
Position Number:: 61009730
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Band: Band 8
Hiring Range - Min.: $86,574.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $95,231.00
Opening Date: 02/07/2025
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
The Underground Storage Tank Management (UST) Division Director directs, plans, coordinates, and administers the Underground Storage Tank (UST) Management Division within the Bureau of Land and Waste Management. The Director is responsible for the development and implementation of permitting and compliance requirements of the UST systems, coordinating compliance and inspection oversight with BRLS, and administering the site rehabilitation program for petroleum releases, and the administration of the SUPERB Account, SUPERB Financial Responsibility Fund, fees and federal grants.
Job Duties:
- Directs all activities related to assessment, risk evaluation, and corrective action of petroleum releases to ensure effective and timely cleanup completions.
- Administers and manages the SUPERB Account, SUPERB Financial Responsibility Fund, fees and federal grants. Includes work plan development and reporting of the state appropriations, fees, and federal grants.
- Administers comprehensive programs to promote statewide compliance with UST system laws and regulations. This shall include, permitting, inspections, compliance, enforcement coordination, phase inspections, release determinations, fees, database management, miscellaneous assessment reviews, financial responsibility, transfers of ownership, and outreach and education.
- Directs, reviews and oversees management of program personnel within the division. Interfaces with public, government officials, stakeholders, and consultants/contractors on matters of environmental concern related to petroleum and UST systems. Is responsible for interpretation, development and revisions of regulations. Provides support for the SUPERB Advisory Committee. Collaborates with the office of general counsel regarding program legal matters.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the agency and bureau management.
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 Requirements:
- Ability to work independently in the absence of the Assistant Bureau Chief.
- Ability to successfully complete objectives in a timely and professional manner.
- Excellent writing and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to utilize Office 365 applications.
- Experience in all facets of personnel administration.
- Ability to manage a fast-paced environmental restoration program.
- Ability to effectively interact with all Division Directors, Section Managers and personnel, as well as other state and federal and government staff.
- Ability to lift 60 pounds.
- Required to travel and represent the program and the agency as needed.
- Must have a valid driver's license, 10-year driving record that complies with State and Agency Fleet guidelines, and the ability to drive a state vehicle.
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 will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring.
Preferred Qualifications
- Professional Engineer License (PE) or Professional Geologist (P.G).
- Experience with electronic data management systems.
- Experience with budgets and financial management.
- Experience with permitting, compliance, and inspections.
- Experience with assessment and cleanup of environmental media.
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
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
02
Are you willing to accept a salary within the range of $86,574 to $95,231?
- Yes
- No
03
Are you a current or former employee of SCDHEC/SCDES?
- Yes
- No
Required Question