Engineer Associate II

About the Department

What You’ll Do

Position Duties

• A master’s degree in engineering. A bachelor’s degree in engineering and one (1) year of experience in environmental eng ineering. A bachelor’s degree in engineering and two (2) years of experience in engineering. Your engineering degree must be accredited by EAC/ABET, CEAB, and Programs Recognized in the ABET “Washington Accord” Listings or you must provide an approved equivalency letter from The South Carolina Department of Labor Licensing & Regulation ( LLR ). 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. Additional Requirements: Ability to: Communicate effectively, both verbal and written. Speak publicly and interact professionally with diverse individuals. Demonstrated professionalism in public relations settings. Analyze documents and files, draw conclusions, and summarize information as needed. Have strong customer service skills. Have a valid driver’s license and ability to travel for overnight in-state or out-of-state trips; field visits may be required.
• A master’s degree in engineering.
• A bachelor’s degree in engineering and one (1) year of experience in environmental eng ineering.
• A bachelor’s degree in engineering and two (2) years of experience in engineering.
• Your engineering degree must be accredited by EAC/ABET, CEAB, and Programs Recognized in the ABET “Washington Accord” Listings or you must provide an approved equivalency letter from The South Carolina Department of Labor Licensing & Regulation ( LLR ).
• 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.

Ability to

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of environmental investigation and remediation techniques under CERCLA. Knowledge of how to conduct environmental sampling and
• Knowledge of environmental investigation and remediation techniques under CERCLA.
• Knowledge of how to conduct environmental sampling and

Other Qualifications

• The Benefits of working for SCDES and the state of South Carolina Purposeful Work: Your expertise will directly protect water quality and community health. Competitive Benefits: 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. The Department will not sponsor H1B visas for this position. 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 Benefits of working for SCDES and the state of South Carolina

• Purposeful Work: Your expertise will directly protect water quality and community health.

Competitive Benefits

• 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 )
• 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.
• The Department will not sponsor H1B visas for this position.
• 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.

Benefits

• 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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