OSHA Compliance Officer; Enforcement

Position: OSHA Compliance Officer (Enforcement)
Salary: $49,150.00 - $52,500.00 Annually
Location : Lexington County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number:
Agency: Department of Labor, Licensing & Regulation
Division: Division of Labor
Opening Date: 02/06/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Class Code:: JB20
Position Number::
Normal

Work Schedule:

: Other
Pay Grade: GEN
08
Hiring Range - Min.: $49,150.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $52,500.00
Opening Date: 02/06/2026
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: The South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation 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.
Normal Work Schedule (Other):: The Agency's standard business hours are Monday to Friday (8:30 to 5:00) but a flexible work schedule may be available.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities
Come join our team at the Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation (LLR) where you will experience work-life balance, great benefits, and an exciting career that supports the Agency's mission to make South Carolina a safe place to work and live.
Responsibilities

• You will attend and complete all modules of the SC OSHA Training Course and the basic course development class at the OSHA Training Institute.
• You must learn and demonstrate hazard identification and recognize industry standards as methods of remediation for workplace hazards, participate in mock scenarios, and demonstrate knowledge of the inspection process.
• With guidance, you will conduct programmed and un-programmed inspections of facilities and/or construction sites to ensure compliance with the Occupational Safety and Health Act.
• You will prepare and submit written inspection reports of violations and recommendations of citations, penalties, and abatements.
• You will evaluate safety and health programs for adequacy and make recommendations for improvement.
• You will collect and evaluate data, complete and submit weekly logs, and complete other required reports and paperwork.

Minimum and Additional Requirements
Minimum Qualifications

• A high school diploma and experience in occupational safety or industrial hygiene programs. (A bachelor's degree in the natural or physical sciences, mathematics, public health, engineering or a related technical field may be substituted for the required work experience.)

Preferred Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree and some experience with Occupational Safety and/or Health programs or an associate's degree in industrial safety and health (or closely related curriculum) and 3 years' experience in occupational safety and health.
• Any special certifications in the fields of industrial safety and/or health, their processes or equipment would be an added benefit.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.
• Ability to make sound decisions and prepare detailed reports.
• Must be flexible with a changing work schedule.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to exercise good time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to use computer technology to make presentations.

Other Requirements

• Must have a valid driver's license and 10-year MVR that complies with State and Agency Fleet guidelines.
• Extensive travel with frequent overnight stays.
• May require extended periods of driving, sitting, and visiting facilities that are non-ADA complaint.
• Ascend/descent ladders and stairs.
• Stooping, kneeling, and crouching.
• Ability to work in indoor and outdoor environments with various terrain.
• Ability to determine and identify hazards in the work environment.
• May be required to pass a medical clearance and fit test for respirator use.

Additional Comments
Benefits Offered

The South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• Health, dental, vision, long term disability, and life insurance for…