Law Enforcement Officer II (Shellfish Monitoring Program)
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Job Location:
Charleston County, SC - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 53300 - 59887
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Responsibilities
- Careers at SCDES: Where Passion Meets PreservationDo 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 would love to have you support our mission.Science Service Sustainability
Make a Difference in South Carolinas Coastal Environment!
About the Role
Join a team dedicated to protecting South Carolinas natural resources and the people who call it home. As a LawEnforcement Officer IIin our Shellfish Monitoring Program youll combine science environmental health and law enforcement to ensure the safe harvesting processing and distribution of seafood across our state.This role enforces state and federal shellfish sanitation laws and regulations through water quality monitoring sampling sanitary surveys pollution abatement inspections and patrols. This is a unique opportunity to serve the citizens of South Carolina while working outdoors on the water and directly with the communities we serve.
Key Responsibilities:- Enforce shellfish and environmental regulations through inspections patrols and field operations.
- Patrol coastal areas by boat and vehicle navigating coastal waterways in all weather conditions.
- Collect samples and analyze water quality data for shellfish classification.
- Inspect seafood processing facilities and evaluate sanitation practices.
- Assist with stream sampling equipment maintenance and reporting.
- Complete accurate investigative and administrative documentation.
- Participate in team training and remain up to date on required certifications/licensures.
- Respond to environmental emergencies on a 24/7 call-back basis as needed.
- Serves as a Certified (Class 1) Law Enforcement Officer in accordance with the SC Code of Laws and is empowered with full arrest and policy authority.
Why Join Us
As a state employee youll enjoy:
- Job Stability & Purposeful Work: Make an impact on your community as you contribute to protecting SCS environment and coastal ecosystems
- Great Benefits Including:
- 13 paid holidays
- 30 days paid leave per year
- Comprehensive insurance options for you and your family
- Retirement benefits choices
- Career Growth: Ongoing training professional development and a clear path for advancement.
- Work-Life Balance: Choose a career that lets you enjoy the beauty of South Carolina in and outside ofyour job.
If youre passionate about public service protecting South Carolinas environment enjoy hands-on fieldwork and are ready to serve your community as part of a mission-driven team we encourage you to submit an application! Minimum and Additional Requirements
Education Requirements:- Bachelors degree in natural/physical sciences or a related field OR
- Associate degree in a relevant field with 2 years of environmental health experience OR
- Related bachelors or associate degreesinclude but are not limited to Marine Science Biology Fisheries/Wildlife Environmental or Public Health Public Health Natural Resources Criminal Justice Geography/GIS etc.
- High school diploma with 4 years of relevant enforcement and/or environmental health experience
- Relevant experience includes but is not limited toenvironmental fieldwork regulatory inspections natural resource management maritime operations law enforcement or other public safety roles.
Certifications:
Must have and maintain certification as a Class 1 Law Enforcement Officer by the SC Criminal Justice Academy ORbe eligible and able to obtain certification withinone year of hire.(Certification by the Law Enforcement Training Council in accordance withSectionof the Code of Laws of South Carolina 1976)
Additional Requirements:- Valid South Carolina drivers license or valid Drivers License from your current State
- Clean driving record
- Strong swimming skills and boating ability
- No criminal record and must pass all background investigations
- Ability to distinguish color variations (required for water sample testing)
- Physical ability to lift 50 lbs climb stoop and work in varied field conditions
- Comfortable working in extreme weather weekends holidays and overnight travel
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to engage with the public and regulated community
Preferred Qualifications
- Certification as a Class 1 Law Enforcement Officer through the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy
- Knowledge of or familiarity with public/environmental health laws sanitation practices and/or environmental regulations/compliance
- Experience conducting inspections patrols or field operations
- Experience or familiarity with collecting and analyzing samples quality testing and/or reporting
- Skilled in operating and navigating boats in coastal waterways including in challenging weather conditions
Additional Comments
- SCDES Law Enforcement Salary Breakdown
Title Requirements Salary Officer I Non-certified Trainee; must meet minimum education requirements listed $53300 Officer I Certified (upon certification) less than 24 months experience $56498 Officer II Certified 2 years experience in LEO classification $59887
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)
- State Retirement Plan (PORS)- Defined benefit retirement plan for eligible public safety employees including law enforcement officers firefighters and peace officers.
- Transfer and purchase past military and public service time to retire early!
- Disability Retirement Protection
- PORS Handbook available here
Application Process:
After you submit your application it will be reviewed first. Following assessment applicants who qualify will then be sent an online employment evaluation tool.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. If selected for an interview a copy of the college transcript will be required via email or at the time of the interview. Please note that some departments within the agency may require an official certified copy of the transcript prior to hiring or within a specific timeframe required by that area after hiring. Failure to produce an official certified transcript may result in not being hired or termination.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
