What are the responsibilities and job description for the DW & Rec Waters Enforcement Section Manager position at State of South Carolina?
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Under the general supervision of the Division Director, the DW & Rec Waters Enforcement Section Manager manages the activities in the Drinking Water and Recreational Waters Enforcement Section. Provides management level advice concerning the enforcement of the State rules and regulation under current program activities. Supervises the enforcement staff in the implementation of enforcement activities initiated under the State Safe Drinking Water Act and other associated State and Federal rules and regulation. Assists management in the planning and implementation of new regulations.
Responsibilities:
- Supervises the staff of the Drinking Water and Recreational Waters Enforcement Section. Develops new and revises existing enforcement procedures and policies. Ensures that enforcement activities are consistently implemented throughout the state by Section staff. Evaluates the effectiveness of enforcement efforts and makes adjustments, as needed.
- Reviews all incoming enforcement referrals and assigned enforcement projects to appropriate section personnel. Assumes responsibility for a limited number of critical enforcement cases with direct responsibility for the scheduling of conferences, the implementation of decisions reached at conferences and the resolution of these cases in a satisfactory manner.
- Responsible for ensuring the timely submittal of all administrative reports required of the Enforcement Section.
- Provides professional and technical assistance to the general public, public officials, municipalities, public water system owners and operators, public swimming pool owners and operators and industries concerning area of expertise.
- Assists management in the planning and development of new programs and in the implementation of changes in existing programs concerning area of expertise. Assists in training of new staff members and serve as a consultant to other staff members. Serves as an expert witness concerning area of expertise in court and Agency enforcement cases.
- Other duties as assigned.
- A bachelor’s degree in the natural or physical sciences, public health or related technical field and 6 years of environmental experience
- A master’s degree in the natural or physical sciences, public health or related technical field and 5 years of environmental experience
Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the council for Higher Education Accreditation.
Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may 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 valid state driver's license, and ability to operate personal and state-owned vehicles.
- Must have strong knowledge of Federal and State environmental laws and regulations.
- Ability to interpret and apply Agency policy and regulations.
- Must have strong organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to make presentations in a group setting.
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in both an oral and written manner.
- Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment and encourage positive working relationships with coworkers, staff, industry, and government officials.
- Ability to initiate, organize, and supervise program activities acquired through experience and on-the-job training.
- Must be able to use of personal computer with database, word processing and other software applications.
- Must be capable of interacting effectively with the public, regulated community and staff.
- May require:
- Daily travel throughout the state.
- Occasional out-of-state and overnight travel.
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)
- 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.
Salary : $77,713 - $119,500