Laboratory Analyst ; EHM

Do you love South Carolina and protecting the environment? Come join our team at SCDES, put your passion to work with us! We are dedicated to protecting the state of South Carolina and we would love to have you as a member of our team!

• Receive and analyze samples for total coliform, fecal coliform, heterotrophic plate count,
  
  E. Coli bacteria, Enterococci, chemistry, etc., by methods consistent with EPA and state laboratory certification.
• Collect samples according to Bureau of Water frequency schedule and sites.
• Perform required laboratory quality control to ensure accurate and precise data. Maintain accurate records of analytical procedures and assist with submitting required reports. Enter/validate results in LIMs. Successfully complete annual proficiency studies.
• Assist with providing technical assistance to the regulated community and general public when necessary or requested.
• Perform other duties as required, which includes, but is not limited to, attending period staff meetings and training. Complete necessary administrative task, including but not limited to, SCEIS, PCAS, ePermitting.

• An associate degree in a related technical field.
• OR a high school diploma or GED and two (2) years of environmental health or related experience. Certification in the environmental field qualifies as related experience.

Note:

Degrees in a related technical field include, but are not limited to, Earth sciences, chemistry, biology, physics, soil science, environmental science, mathematics, 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.

• Must have valid state driver's license, and ability to operate state-owned vehicles.
• Able to provide outstanding customer service in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Work effectively in a team-oriented environment and encourage positive working relationships with coworkers, industry, and government officials.
• Work independently in a field environment.
• Ability to successfully complete prescribed technical coursework and pass any test relevant to the position within the probationary period or trial period.
• Work in all reasonable weather conditions and access non-traditional work environments.
• May require:
• Daily travel throughout the state.
  • Occasional overnight travel.
  • Participation on the Environmental Response Team and is subject to on call or call back 24/7.

• Familiarity with laboratory methods and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively.
• Data Management skills.

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 hiring range for this position is $54,866- $61,100. This position will be offered at the lower end of the hiring range.

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

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.

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.

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

* Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please…