Assessment & Non-Permitted Petroleum Section Manager (PM I) Position Available In Richland, South Carolina

Assessment & Non-Permitted Petroleum Section Manager (PM I) State of South Carolina – 2.9 Richland County, SC Job Details Full-time $56,210 – $104,000 a year 7 hours ago Benefits Paid parental leave Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Parental leave Vision insurance Flexible schedule Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications 5 years Writing skills Environmental law Master’s degree Engineer In Training Project management Bachelor’s degree Senior level Professional Engineer Full Job Description Job Responsibilities Careers at

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Sustainability Job Purpose:

Under limited supervision, the Assessment & Non-Permitted Petroleum Section Manager will direct, supervise, and manage all aspects of the Assessment and Non-Permitted Petroleum (NPP) Section of the Underground Storage Tank Management Division. Position has statewide responsibility for implementation of risk-based corrective action process for petroleum releases from USTs and Non-Permitted Petroleum releases.

Job Responsibilities:

Oversees all of the responsibility for the Assessment and NPP Section, to include but not limited to, assignment and coordination of site rehabilitation activities to assess UST releases and transfer to corrective action or closure; oversight of cleanup activities for non-permitted petroleum program; development and tracking of annual goals and workload; and daily operations of the section. Fund Management. Oversees management of contractual efforts to ensure that unobligated funds are made available for sites that quality. Manage approval of contracts, cost agreements and invoices to ensure commitment of site rehabilitation funds. Oversee procurement of contractor services to ensure compliance with procurement procedures. Personnel Supervision. Completes EPMS plans and reviews; provide individual training, coaching and counseling; delegate work assignment; ensure implementation of DHEC strategic plan; monitor progress and productivity of staff. Conduct individual meetings and periodic section meetings with staff. Addresses personnel matters associated with section staff in accordance with agency policies. Marginal. Perform other duties as requested to include, but not limited to, attending meetings, conducting presentations, serve on committees, and assist Director and upper management as needed. Provide assistance with preparation of regulatory, grant and management reports. Assist with Freedom of Information and other requests for information. Minimum and Additional Requirements A master’s degree in the natural or physical sciences, public health or related technical field and five (5) years of environmental experience. Or a bachelor’s degree in the natural or physical sciences, public health or related technical field and six (6) years of environmental experience. These fields include but are not limited to branches relating to Physics, Chemistry, Earth Sciences, etc. 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 may require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring .

Additional Requirements:

A strong knowledge of Federal and State environmental laws and regulations as they pertain to underground storage tanks, petroleum, and contaminated media. Ability to interpret complex data. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and general public. Ability to plan and direct work assignments of professional and technical work. Thorough knowledge of the principles of hydrology and geology. Must have the ability to exercise discretion and sound judgment in decision making and possess effective organizational ability in carrying out assigned responsibilities.

Preferred Qualifications Preferred Qualifications:

Project management experience associated with clean-up of contaminated sites. Geologist in Training (GIT) License; Professional Geologists (PG) License Engineer in Training (EIT) License; Professional Engineer (PE) License 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 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) 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.