| Location | Lexington County, SC |
| Salary | $57,500–$62,500 Per Year |
EP Coord I - Region 3 - 60012440 - EMD
Salary
$40,086.00 - $68,136.00 Annually
Location
Lexington County, SC
Job Type
FTE - Full-Time
Job Number
194679
Agency
Adjutant Generals Office
Opening Date
10/28/2026
Closing Date
11/10/2026 5:00 AM Eastern
Class Code:
JE10
Position Number:
60012440
Normal Work Schedule:
Other
Pay Grade
GEN07
Hiring Range - Min.
$57,500.00
Hiring Range - Max.
$62,500.00
EEO Statement
Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:
Send additional information to Office of the Adjutant General, Stop 12, 1 National Guard Road, Columbia, SC 29201 or email to: robert.faulk@scmd.sc.gov.
Normal Work Schedule (Other):
Normal 40-hour workweek except during emergencies or exercises when round-the-clock or extended operations are required; during emergencies, on call 24-hours a day.
Veteran Preference Statement
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
In concert with the Regional Emergency Manager, serves as the Division's Regional Emergency Coordinator for the Region 3 Operational Area: Calhoun, Fairfield, Kershaw, Lexington, Newberry, Richland and Saluda counties to assist local emergency managers, first responder personnel, and other officials in the development and sustainment of a comprehensive emergency management program that includes the concepts of the National Incident Management System (NIMS) and the Incident Command System (ICS). Assists and participates in the development, execution, and evaluation of REP training and exercises at the state and county levels. Provides technical assistance to county emergency management personnel with plan enhancement, training, exercise development, evaluation, and after action reviews. Assists counties in actual conduct of capabilities assessments to identify shortfalls and plan for improvement. Trains and assists county emergency management personnel on the Palmetto emergency management software and on various recovery programs to include local damage assessment teams. Establishes and maintains professional relationships with local organizations and maintains knowledge of the operations of local and county government. Relays pertinent information to the Region 3 Emergency Manager and the Operations Response Manager. When requested, assists county emergency managers during actual emergencies and serves as a liaison to the State Emergency Operations Center. Serves in the State Emergency Operations Center as required.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
A bachelor's degree and two years emergency management experience at the local, state, or federal levels. Individual must possess a general knowledge of the functions of emergency management at all levels of government with emphasis on the local and state levels. Must have strong communication skills, both written and oral. Must possess a working knowledge of the National Incidents Management System (NIMS) with emphasis on the Incident Command System component. Employee will work in Calhoun, Fairfield, Kershaw, Lexington, Newberry, Richland, and Saluda counties and will be required to reside in one of those counties. Changing residence outside of Region 3 after accepting the position may result in termination. Employee will be required to report to division headquarters in West Columbia when tasked and to respond on short or no notice to emergencies inside or outside the assigned area of operations to provide assistance to local officials and relay information to the division. Employee will incur overnight travel while attending conferences, training, workshops, and should be prepared to pay reimbursable expenses. May also be required to spend an extended period in a Joint Field Office during recovery operations or in an impacted area in the event of a major disaster.
Preferred Qualifications
South Carolina Certified Emergency Manager certification preferred or will seek to complete within three years.
Additional Comments
A resume will not be accepted in lieu of an online South Carolina State Employment Application. Only those applicants chosen for interview will be notified of job filled status. Note: Applicants indicating college credit, degree(s) or specialized training on the application shall provide an official copy of transcripts upon notification of selection for hire. This serves as verification of credentials listed on the application.
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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If chosen for employment, a background check and license check will be performed. If there is any charge or non-conviction that may show up on your record, please let us know now. Also, please provide your drivers license number and state of issue.
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I meet the minimum education and experience requirements to qualify for this position.
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I understand that the agency's hiring salary range for this position is $57,500.00 to $62,500.00.
Required Question
Employer State of South Carolina
Agency Adjutant Generals Office Address 1 National Guard Road
Columbia, South Carolina, 29201
Phone 803-299-4337
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.