Beach Monitoring Program Coordinator (EHM I)

Beach Monitoring Program Coordinator (EHM I)

Salary

$54,866.00 - $61,100.00 Annually

Location

Richland County, SC

Job Type

FTE - Full-Time

Job Number

61008760/191696

Agency

SCDES-Water

Opening Date

08/17/2026

Closing Date

8/23/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Class Code:

JB40

Position Number:

61008760

Normal Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)

Pay Grade

GEN08

Hiring Range - Min.

$54,866.00

Hiring Range - Max.

$61,100.00

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

If you meet the requirements of the position and would like to be considered, you must submit a state application online. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. The quality of the application presented (completeness and accuracy as well as grammar and spelling) will be considered prior to the offer of an interview. A criminal records check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment. Applications will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on the stated closing date.

Veteran Preference Statement

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

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Job Responsibilities

Careers at SCDES: Where Passion Meets Preservation

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!

Science | Service | Sustainability

About the Role:

Under general supervision, the Beach Monitoring Program Coordinator oversees the statewide Coastal Recreational Waters (Beach) Monitoring Program to protect public health and ensure compliance with State regulations and applicable U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requirements under the Clean Water Act (CWA).

Serving as the central point of coordination for the statewide Beach Monitoring Program, the Coordinator works closely with SCDES regional offices and Federal, State, and Local partners to support consistent implementation of monitoring requirements and maintain an effective coastal recreational waters advisory and notification network. This role oversees the statewide process for evaluating monitoring results and notifying the public when contamination of coastal recreational waters is detected. The Coordinator also supports ongoing program development and improvement, provides technical guidance, maintains the program's Quality Assurance Project Plan (QAPP) and related documentation, and assists with special studies and routine field monitoring conducted by the Aquatic Science Division.

Job Responsibilities:

• Oversee the statewide Coastal Recreational Waters (Beach) Monitoring Program, including coordination with SCDES regional offices, management and evaluation of monitoring data, required State and federal reporting and data submissions, and maintenance of the program QAPP, and related quality assurance documentation.
• Lead the implementation of a statewide policy for public notification when contamination of coastal recreational waters is detected, including evaluation of monitoring results, issuance and management of advisories, and coordination with Federal, State, and Local partners to maintain and improve the notification network.
• Assist the Section and Division with special studies and routine field monitoring as needed.
• Participate in relevant conferences, workshops, and other continuing education opportunities as determined by the Division Director and Section Manager.
• Other duties as assigned by Section and Division 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 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: Grow professionally with ongoing training and skill-building opportunities.
• Work-Life Balance: A career that lets you enjoy South Carolina, inside and outside of your job.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in the natural or physical sciences or related technical field; OR
• An associate degree in the natural or physical sciences or related technical field and two (2) years of environmental health or related experience; OR
• A high school diploma and four (4) years of environmental health or related 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:

• Strong organizational and coordination skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively with district offices, program staff, and partner agencies.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and exercise sound judgment in carrying out program responsibilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear technical reports, documentation, and presentations for a variety of audiences.
• A valid driver's license is required. This position involves routine in-state travel, with occasional out-of-state and overnight travel. A State vehicle may be required for travel to monitoring locations and meetings. Operating a State vehicle requires a 10-year driving record that complies with State and Agency Fleet guidelines.
• Field work is a regular component of this role and may involve working outdoors in varying environmental conditions, including inclement weather, uneven terrain, and exposure to heat, cold, and insects or wildlife.
• Must be able to safely perform field activities, including walking over rough terrain and carrying equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience participating in surface water field sampling and monitoring activities.
• Experience with environmental data systems and analysis tools (e.g., SQL, R, ArcGIS, or similar platforms), monitoring program tracking systems, and field logistics such as operating boats and towing trailers.

Additional Comments

• Employee must be able to work overtime if requested.
• This role operates under limited supervision with periodic reviews of work. The employee must be able to perform daily tasks independently, exercising sound discretion, and request supervisory guidance as needed.

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)

• 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.

• Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.

Benefits for State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

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.

Retirement Benefits

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.

Workplace Benefits

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

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

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Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted or reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

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Are you a current or previous DHEC or SCDES employee?

• Yes
• No

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Will you now or in the future require SCDES sponsorship for employment visa status?

• Yes
• No

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Please select the answer that best reflects your education and experience as it pertains to the minimum requirements for this position. Degrees in a related technical field include, but are not limited to, Earth sciences, chemistry, biology, physics, soil science, environmental science, mathematics, etc. Please note that applicants with a degree may, but are not required to, provide an official or unofficial transcript as part of their application.

• I have a bachelor's degree in the natural or physical sciences or related technical field.
• I have an associate degree in the natural or physical sciences or related technical field and two (2) years of environmental health or related experience;
• I have high school diploma and four (4) years of environmental health or related experience.
• None of the above.

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This position is headquartered in Columbia, South Carolina. If selected for this position, are you willing and able to physically report to the designated headquarters on a daily basis?

• Yes
• No

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Are you willing to accept a salary within the hiring range of $54,866.00 - $61,100.00?

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• No

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Do you have a valid driver's license and are you willing to travel routinely in-state, with occasional out-of-state and overnight travel, using a State vehicle as needed?

• Yes
• No

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Field work is a regular component of this role and may involve working outdoors in varying environmental conditions, including inclement weather, uneven terrain, and exposure to heat, cold, and insects or wildlife. The ability to safely perform field activities, including walking over rough terrain and carrying equipment, is required. Are you able to meet these requirements?

• Yes
• No

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Employer State of South Carolina

Agency SCDES-Water Address 2600 Bull Street

Columbia , South Carolina, 29201

Phone 803-898-2687

The language used in this document does not create an employment contract between the employee and the agency. This document does not create any contractual rights or entitlements. The agency reserves the right to revise the content of this document, in whole or in part. No promises or assurances, whether written or oral, which are contrary to or inconsistent with the terms of this paragraph create any contract of employment.