Director of Mining and Solid Waste Management Division (PM II)

Director of Mining and Solid Waste Management Division (PM II)

Salary

$88,305.00 - $143,300.00 Annually

Location

Richland County, SC

Job Type

FTE - Full-Time

Job Number

188337/61009600

Agency

SCDES-Land & Waste

Opening Date

05/14/2026

Closing Date

6/7/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Residency Requirement

No

Class Code:

AH50

Position Number:

61009600 (188337)

Normal Work Schedule:

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

Pay Grade

GEN12

Hiring Range - Min.

$88,305.00

Hiring Range - Max.

$111,500.00

Opening Date

05/14/2026

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

All applicants must apply online. Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. A resume may be upload but will not be used to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications.

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

The Director of Mining and Solid Waste Management directs all activities of the Mining and Solid Waste Management Division. Administers the effective permitting and restoration/reclamation programs. Administers the Office of Recycling. Establishes goals and objectives for the division, supervises division staff, and prepares periodic reports of division activities. Develops and manages federal and state operating budgets including grants awarded to external entities.

Responsibilities:

• Administers the provisions of the SC Mining Act to direct and make assignments to division staff for its implementation. Duties include planning, regulation development, permitting, compliance inspections and reclamation oversight.
• Administers the provisions of the Solid Waste Policy and Management Act to make assignments to division staff for its implementation. Duties include regulation development, planning, permitting, environmental restoration, recycling program development/implementation.
• Performs personnel appraisals, provides coaching and counseling to build staff capacity and address issues according to agency policy. Ensure that Managers effectively perform personnel duties.
• Represents the Department in inter-agency matters relative to mining and solid waste management including coordination with advisory councils and other local, state, and federal officials and agencies. Maintains open dialogue with mining and solid waste industry, environmental organizations, and citizens groups concerning status of permits, reclamation activities, and promulgation of regulations.
• Administers and manages the various fees and grants within the Division. Develops and manages federal and state operating budgets including grants awarded to external entities. Ensures that all objectives and commitments are met.
• Other duties as required.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

• A bachelors degree in the natural or physical sciences, public health or related field and seven (7) years of environmental experience.

• A masters degree in the natural or physical sciences, public health or related field and six (6) 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 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:

• Experience with Solid Waste, Mining, and Recycling principles and practices.
• Ability to manage a government program, its staff and budget in an effective manner.
• Requires a positive collaboration with the Solid Waste Advisory Council, the Waste Tire Sustainability Coalition, the Mining Council, the USEPA, environmental groups, local governments and elected officials.
• Some overnight travel required.
• Must have a valid drivers license, 10-year driving record that complies with State and Agency Fleet guidelines, and the ability to drive a state vehicle.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with federal and state budgeting process and electronic data management systems.
• Professional Engineer License (PE) or Professional Geologist (P.G).

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. 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)

• 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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Do you have at least a bachelors degree in the natural or physical sciences, public health or related field and seven (7) years of environmental experience.?

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Are you a current or former employee of SCDHEC or SCDES?

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• No

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

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• No

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The hiring range for this position is $88,305 - $111,500.00. This position will be offered at the lower end of the hiring range. If you are the selected candidate and offered this position, are you willing to accept the salary at the lower end of the hiring range?

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Do you have any management or leadership experience? If yes, please describe.

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Do you have experience with Solid Waste, Mining, and Recycling principles and practices?

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• No

Required Question

Employer State of South Carolina

Agency SCDES-Land & Waste 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.