Mining Technician I (EHM I)

Mining Technician I (EHM I)

Salary

$54,866.00 - $62,322.00 Annually

Location

Richland County, SC

Job Type

FTE - Full-Time

Job Number

61009707/194178

Agency

Department of Environmental Services

Division

Bureau of Land and Waste Management

Opening Date

10/21/2026

Closing Date

11/1/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Class Code:

JB40

Position Number:

61009707/194178

Normal Work Schedule:

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

Pay Grade

GEN08

Hiring Range - Min.

$54,866.00

Hiring Range - Max.

$62,322.00

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 direct supervision, this position supports the Mining & Reclamation Program within the Bureau of Land and Waste Management. In this role, you will review mine operating permit applications, assist in the evaluation and preparation of permitting decisions, and conduct field inspections to ensure compliance with applicable mining and reclamation laws, regulations, and permit conditions. You will also provide compliance assistance to mine operators, helping promote environmentally responsible mining practices and the effective restoration of mined lands.

Job Responsibilities:

• Conduct technical reviews of mine operating permit applications and reclamation plans using established procedures to ensure compliance with the South Carolina Mining Act and associated regulations.
• Perform inspections and related follow-up activities for all mining operations within assigned area to evaluate compliance with the South Carolina Mining Act and Regulations, mine operating permit requirements, and approved reclamation plans.
• Serve as a technical resource on mine reclamation practices by providing guidance and recommendations to agency staff, permit applicants, consultants, and mining operators regarding compliance with approved reclamation plans and applicable mining regulations.
• Provide technical assistance to the mining industry on mining and reclamation requirements. Assist regulatory agencies, consultants, public officials, mining operators, and members of the public by responding to inquiries and offering guidance regarding mining and reclamation requirements
• Communicate with other regulatory agencies, non-governmental organizations, stakeholders, and the general public through meetings, hearings, written correspondence, site visits, and verbal interactions regarding the technical review and evaluation of mine operating permit applications.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

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: Ongoing training, professional development, and a clear path for advancement.
• Work-Life Balance: A career that lets you enjoy South Carolina, inside and outside of your job.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

• A high school diploma and two (2) years of related experience in environmental health programs or radiological health; OR
• 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 be able to perform beginner- to journey-level professional geology or hydrology work under direct supervision.
• Knowledge of personal computers and applications including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to write clear and accurate technical reports, correspondence, and permit-related documents.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with permittees, professional consultants, elected officials, and members of the public.
• Must be able to climb steep slopes, traverse uneven terrain, and participate in site visits in fair and inclement weather.
• Must be able to lift 40 pounds.
• 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.
• Some overnight travel may be required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Erosion Prevention & Sediment Control Inspector.
• Knowledge and experience in reclamation work, which may include a degree in agronomy, forestry, soil science, ecology, or wetland management.

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)

• 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?

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• 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 which description best describes your level of experience as it pertains to the minimum requirements for this position. Please note, degrees in a related technical field include, but are not limited to, Earth or environmental sciences, biology, forestry, ecology, soil science, etc.

• I have a high school diploma and two (2) years of related experience in environmental health programs or radiological health.
• I have 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.
• My experience does not meet the minimum requirements for this position.

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The hiring range for this position is $54,866- $62,322. Are you willing to accept a salary within this hiring range?

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• No

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Do you have experience writing technical reports and permits?

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• No

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Are you a Certified Erosion Prevention & Sediment Control Inspector? (preferred qualification but not required)

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Are you able to perform beginner- to journey-level professional geology or hydrology work under direct supervision?

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• No

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Do you have experience reviewing permits, permit applications, technical plans, or regulatory documents? If so, please describe.

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Employer State of South Carolina

Agency Department of Environmental Services 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.