Brownfields Project Manager; Geologist​/Hydrologist II

Overview

Careers at SCDES:
Where Passion Meets Preservation. Do you love South Carolina and protecting the environment? Come join our team  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. This position serves as the Brownfields Project Manager for the Bureau of Land and Waste Management. Under general supervision will assist in the implementation of SC's Brownfields/Voluntary Cleanup Program. Additionally, the employee will assist administration of a program to meet the requirements of the Small Business Liability Relief & Brownfields Revitalization Act.

• Negotiate contracts with non-responsible parties (NRP) for the assessment and remediation of properties/sites.
• Manage or support the oversight of voluntary cleanup of NRP properties. Administer and oversee site-specific environmental assessments and/or cleanups at Brownfields properties.
• Support the Small Business Liability Relief and Brownfields Revitalization Act (SBLR BRA) requirements for SC’s Brownfields/VCP.
• Assist in the implementation of the VCP in South Carolina to include the review and oversight of work performed by EPA Grantees.
• Perform related duties.

• A bachelor’s degree in geology, hydrology, hydrogeology or geological engineering and one (1) year of related experience.
• A master’s degree in geology, hydrology, hydrogeology or geological engineering.

• Ability to review and analyze technical documents and files regarding the assessment and cleanup of sites.
• Provide oversight of the assessment and cleanup of sites.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, in a culturally competent manner.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service.
• 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. The agency may require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring.

• Experience with Microsoft Office applications; CERCLA Statute; environmental sampling methodologies; preparing environmental investigation reports; ePermitting.
• Knowledge of the CERCLA and Brownfields Revitalization Acts.
• Experience in preparing technical work scopes and providing oversight of technical work conducting environmental assessments.
• Hold SC GIT or PG registration.

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.

• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Information available on request.
• 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

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 retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.