Engineer/Engineer Associate IV - 60026022
Apply NowCompany: State of South Carolina
Location: Lexington, SC 29072
Description:
Salary: $68,397.00 - $126,547.00 Annually
Location : Lexington County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 174698
Agency: Department of Education
Opening Date: 03/20/2025
Closing Date: 3/27/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: HD75
Position Number:: 60026022
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Band: Band 8
Hiring Range - Min.: $68,397.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $97,472.00
Opening Date: 03/18/2025
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Interested persons must complete a State Employment Application at www.careers.sc.gov. Applications will not be accepted after the closing date. The South Carolina Department of Education does not accept faxed, mailed, or hand delivered applications.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
The person in this position will collaborate with design professionals, educational consultants and district personnel in reviewing the construction and renovation of school facilities and in the development and maintenance of facility standards and best practices. Review and approve schematic, design development, and final construction plan submittals from design professionals for compliance with laws, regulations, and codes. Issue the subsequent School Building Permits for projects complying. This would include the review of more complex projects or highly technical functions within a specialized discipline. Offer code interpretations and evaluate alternate code compliance means and methods. Review correspondences and change orders during construction. Inspect existing facilities and new school construction for compliance with laws, regulations and codes. This would include the inspection of more complex projects or highly technical functions within a specialized discipline. Render code opinions to design professionals, district personnel and other regulatory parties. Authorize school buildings and other school facilities for occupancy. Inspect potential new sites for public schools and recommend approval of final selection. Provide advice and assistance with South Carolina Building Code requirements. Assist districts with evaluations and interpretations. As a Senior Engineer, assist in the training and oversight of the new engineering staff within the Office of School Facilities (OSF), as necessary, including but not limited to code interpretations, plan reviews, general questions, etc. Assist the OSF Director with office administrative functions by offering advice and recommendations for approvals and on the development of office policies and procedures. Perform other assigned duties as required by supervisor. Serve as a back-up to the Director of the OSF in their absence or as required by the Director. Assist (respond, research, etc.), as required, in a timely manner, with the daily phone calls, emails, questions (internal and external), and any other requests received by the OSF Director. Assist with revisions to the South Carolina School Facilities Planning and Construction Guide, and to the South Carolina Office of School Facilities Policy and Procedures Manual. Maintain knowledge of current technology and construction methods as it applies to design, systems and facilities engineering, construction, and maintenance as well as codes and other applicable state and federal laws and regulatory process.
This position is located in the Office of School Facilities.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
A bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, engineering technology, or construction science and management, and advanced-level engineering, architectural or construction management work experience, including experience in a technical supervisory capacity.
Preferred Qualifications
A bachelor's degree from an Engineering Accredited University (ABET) in Engineering or Architecture; a master's degree in Engineering or Architecture and two (2) years of experience in the design and construction of educational, commercial, and/or institutional facilities; or a bachelor's degree in Engineering or Architecture and four (4) years of experience in the design and construction of educational, commercial, and/or institutional facilities. Knowledge of the various building codes, fire codes, and accessibility requirements; experience in construction plan review, inspections, and subsequent approvals to authorize construction and to allow occupancy of educational, commercial, and/or institutional facilities. Professional registration is preferred.
Additional Comments
ONLY THOSE APPLICANTS CHOSEN FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE NOTIFIED BY LETTER THAT THE POSITION HAS BEEN FILLED.
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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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 in lieu of the application. I have read and acknowledge the above statement.
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I understand that a criminal record investigation will be conducted prior to employment being offered by the South Carolina Department of Education. My personal identifying information will be processed through the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED).
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Do you have a bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, engineering technology, or construction science and management?
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Do you have a master's degree in engineering or architecture?
05
Do you have at least two (2) years of experience in the design and construction of educational, commercial, and/or institutional facilities?
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Do you have at least four (4) years of experience in the design and construction of educational, commercial, and/or institutional facilities?
07
How did you hear about this position?
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If you answered "other" in the question above, please specify where you heard about this position below.
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Location : Lexington County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 174698
Agency: Department of Education
Opening Date: 03/20/2025
Closing Date: 3/27/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: HD75
Position Number:: 60026022
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Band: Band 8
Hiring Range - Min.: $68,397.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $97,472.00
Opening Date: 03/18/2025
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Interested persons must complete a State Employment Application at www.careers.sc.gov. Applications will not be accepted after the closing date. The South Carolina Department of Education does not accept faxed, mailed, or hand delivered applications.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
The person in this position will collaborate with design professionals, educational consultants and district personnel in reviewing the construction and renovation of school facilities and in the development and maintenance of facility standards and best practices. Review and approve schematic, design development, and final construction plan submittals from design professionals for compliance with laws, regulations, and codes. Issue the subsequent School Building Permits for projects complying. This would include the review of more complex projects or highly technical functions within a specialized discipline. Offer code interpretations and evaluate alternate code compliance means and methods. Review correspondences and change orders during construction. Inspect existing facilities and new school construction for compliance with laws, regulations and codes. This would include the inspection of more complex projects or highly technical functions within a specialized discipline. Render code opinions to design professionals, district personnel and other regulatory parties. Authorize school buildings and other school facilities for occupancy. Inspect potential new sites for public schools and recommend approval of final selection. Provide advice and assistance with South Carolina Building Code requirements. Assist districts with evaluations and interpretations. As a Senior Engineer, assist in the training and oversight of the new engineering staff within the Office of School Facilities (OSF), as necessary, including but not limited to code interpretations, plan reviews, general questions, etc. Assist the OSF Director with office administrative functions by offering advice and recommendations for approvals and on the development of office policies and procedures. Perform other assigned duties as required by supervisor. Serve as a back-up to the Director of the OSF in their absence or as required by the Director. Assist (respond, research, etc.), as required, in a timely manner, with the daily phone calls, emails, questions (internal and external), and any other requests received by the OSF Director. Assist with revisions to the South Carolina School Facilities Planning and Construction Guide, and to the South Carolina Office of School Facilities Policy and Procedures Manual. Maintain knowledge of current technology and construction methods as it applies to design, systems and facilities engineering, construction, and maintenance as well as codes and other applicable state and federal laws and regulatory process.
This position is located in the Office of School Facilities.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
A bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, engineering technology, or construction science and management, and advanced-level engineering, architectural or construction management work experience, including experience in a technical supervisory capacity.
Preferred Qualifications
A bachelor's degree from an Engineering Accredited University (ABET) in Engineering or Architecture; a master's degree in Engineering or Architecture and two (2) years of experience in the design and construction of educational, commercial, and/or institutional facilities; or a bachelor's degree in Engineering or Architecture and four (4) years of experience in the design and construction of educational, commercial, and/or institutional facilities. Knowledge of the various building codes, fire codes, and accessibility requirements; experience in construction plan review, inspections, and subsequent approvals to authorize construction and to allow occupancy of educational, commercial, and/or institutional facilities. Professional registration is preferred.
Additional Comments
ONLY THOSE APPLICANTS CHOSEN FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE NOTIFIED BY LETTER THAT THE POSITION HAS BEEN FILLED.
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 in lieu of the application. I have read and acknowledge the above statement.
- Yes
- No
02
I understand that a criminal record investigation will be conducted prior to employment being offered by the South Carolina Department of Education. My personal identifying information will be processed through the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED).
- Yes
- No
03
Do you have a bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, engineering technology, or construction science and management?
- Yes
- No
04
Do you have a master's degree in engineering or architecture?
- Yes
- No
05
Do you have at least two (2) years of experience in the design and construction of educational, commercial, and/or institutional facilities?
- Yes
- No
06
Do you have at least four (4) years of experience in the design and construction of educational, commercial, and/or institutional facilities?
- Yes
- No
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How did you hear about this position?
- Careers.sc.gov
- Indeed.com
- Other (Please specify below)
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If you answered "other" in the question above, please specify where you heard about this position below.
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