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Junior Soil Evaluator (EHM I)
Job Location:
Job Location:
Horry County, SC - USA
Yearly Salary:
USD 54886 - 61100
Yearly Salary:
Posted:
26 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
23 October 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
- Job Responsibilities
- Careers at SCDES: Where Passion Meets PreservationDo you love South Carolina and protecting the environmentCome 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!Science Service Sustainability
About the Role:
Under direct supervision the Junior Soil Evaluator performs assigned inspections evaluations and complaint investigations for the Bureau of Regional and Laboratory Services Onsite Wastewater (OSWW) this role you will work closely with senior staff to assess site suitability evaluate installed systems and help ensure compliance with state laws and regulations. This position offers the opportunity to develop advanced knowledge of OSWW policies procedures and regulatory requirements while contributing to the protection of public health and the environment.
Job Responsibilities:- Conduct or participate in initial evaluations of proposed sites for the purpose of issuing onsite wastewater permits.
- Support permitting activities for suitable sites by applying state regulations and policies. Request senior reviews as required.
- Participate in inspections of installed onsite wastewater systems to ensure compliance with state regulations.
- Help investigate complaints by assessing validity recommending corrective actions and taking appropriate enforcement actions in accordance with state laws regulations agency policies and standard operating procedures.
- Perform other duties as required such as attending periodic staff meetings and training.
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
- 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: Ongoing training professional development and a clear path for advancement.
- Work-Life Balance: A career that lets you enjoy South Carolina inside and outsideof your job.
- Minimum and Additional Requirements
A high school diploma or GED and experience in environmental health programs or related work experienceOR
A bachelors degree in the natural or physical sciences mathematics public health engineering or a related technical field may be substituted for the required work 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 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 valid drivers license ability to operate personal and state-owned vehicles and ability to travel throughout the state to complete job duties.
- Strong customer service skills and ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication organization and teamwork skills; able to build positive relationships with colleagues industry partners and government officials.
- Ability to work independently in a field environment successfully complete required technical coursework and pass any test relevant to the position within the probationary period or trial period.
- Willing and able to work in all reasonable weather conditions access non-traditional work environments and walk on complex terrain.
- Able to operate a manual soil auger to six feet and perform physical tasks including lifting up to 50 pounds bending climbing and stooping during sampling and inspections.
- Able to make visual observations of facilities samples plans specifications and reports including distinguishing color variations.
- Able to wear the required safety equipment as needed including but not limited to hard hats safety glasses and safety boots.
- Able to conduct field tests using delicate instruments and chemicals requiring steady hands.
- Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with onsite wastewater methods and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Training or experience in describing or classifying soils.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint).
- Additional Comments
- Overnight travel weekend after hours and holiday work may be required.
- Position is subject to 24/7 callback due to emergencies.
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 *
- 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.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
