UST Transfer of Ownership Coordinator; EHM

Position: UST Transfer of Ownership Coordinator (EHM I)
Location: Columbia

Job Responsibilities

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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!

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About SCDES

The South Carolina Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) regulates Underground Storage Tanks (USTs) throughout their entire lifecycle-from planning and permitting to compliance, enforcement, and remediation. Our mission is to protect public health and the environment by ensuring regulated facilities operate safely and in compliance with state and federal laws.

Job Purpose

Under direct supervision, the UST Transfer of Ownership Coordinator performs duties necessary in the implementation of the SC underground storage tank regulatory compliance program and to support the UST Management Division.

Job Responsibilities:

* Transfers of ownership. Process all transfers of tank ownership or address changes of owners, operators, or landowners. Issue letters of receipt to both the former owner and new owner.

* Conduct ownership investigations. These activities may include, but are not limited to, the performance of research at libraries, deed offices, and tax assessors. Prepare written documentation of findings. Also, investigate ownership upon receipt of enforcement memorandums. Notify project managers via e-mail when an ownership investigation has been completed.

* Serve as the back-up for the release coordinator.

* Records management. Maintain project files in accordance with established criteria and the UST file retention policy.

* Other duties. Answer inquiries from the regulated community and the public. Perform other duties as requested by management.

Why Join Us?

As a state employee, you'll enjoy:

* Job Stability & Purposeful Work:
Make an impact on your community as you contribute to protecting SC's environment.

* Great Benefits:
Including paid holidays, 30 total days of leave per year, insurance options for you and your family, and retirement benefit choices.

* Career Growth:
Grow professionally with ongoing training, skill-building opportunities, and room for advancement.

* Work-Life Balance: A career that lets you enjoy South Carolina, inside and outside of your job.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

* A high school diploma and experience in environmental health programs or radiological health.

* 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.

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.

Additional Requirements:

* Must have a valid driver's license, a 10-year driving record that meets State and Agency Fleet guidelines, and the ability to operate a state vehicle.

* Ability to read and interpret regulatory requirements.

* Ability to successfully communicate verbally and in writing with internal and external customers.

* Demonstrate strong writing, proof-reading, spelling and organizational skills.

* Proficiency in electronic data management and word processing programs.

* Ability to work outdoors during inclement weather conditions.

* Ability to perform related field work, including the ability to lift up to 50 pounds in weight.

* May require:

* Daily travel throughout the state.

* Occasional overnight travel.

Preferred Qualifications

* Proficient with Microsoft 365 applications.

* Ability to prioritize, organize, and manage time effectively.

* Customer service experience.

* Presentation skills and the ability to facilitate group discussions.

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.  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.…