UST Corrective Action Project Manager ( Geologist/Hydrologist I)
Salary
$57,060.00 - $61,100.00 Annually
Location
Richland County, SC
Job Type
FTE - Full-Time
Job Number
61009170
Agency
SCDES
Opening Date
07/24/2026
Closing Date
8/2/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:
LC10
Position Number:
61009710
Normal Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade
GEN08
Hiring Range - Min.
$57,060.00
Hiring Range - Max.
$61,100.00
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.
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
As the UST Corrective Action Project Manager, you'll be part of the Underground Storage Tank Management Division, ensuring contaminated sites are evaluated, managed, and remediated in accordance with state requirements. You'll work with owners, operators, consultants, and internal teams to protect groundwater and help communities thrive.
You will have independence in your daily work, meaningful public impact, and a supportive team that values your expertise.
Job Responsibilities:
Provides project management for sites with soil and groundwater contamination resulting from releases from underground storage tanks; to include technical reviews of plans and reports, conducting site visits, and writing directives for appropriate actions needed to remediate the sites in accordance with Risk-Based Corrective Action criteria
Provides project management for sites using standard operating procedures to initiate active corrective action and monitored natural attenuation on UST release sites, by created Site-Specific Target Levels, working with Owner/Operators and their consultants to develop corrective action plans and for the state lead sites working with Procurement Procedures to develop solicitations for active corrective action and for state lead sites developing the corrective action plan for monitored natural attenuation.
Provides project management for sites using standard operating procedures to maintain active corrective action and monitored natural attenuation on UST release sites, by reviewing corrective action system evaluation reports, monitoring reports, writing response letters to reports received commenting on the effectiveness and progress of the active corrective action or monitored natural attenuation.
Provides technical assistance and information to the public, public officials, industries, consultants and peers. Also ensures database and project files are up to date in accordance with established retention policies.
Reviews and approves cost estimates and invoiced costs for hydrogeological work that qualifies for state fund monies. Checks related reports for accuracy before payment is authorized.
Performs other job duties to include assisting management staff with special projects as assigned.
Why Join Us?
As a South Carolina state employee, you'll enjoy:
Minimum and Additional Requirements
A bachelor's degree in geology, hydrogeology, or geological engineering.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Additional Requirements
Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
Transcript Guidance:
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.
Preferred Qualifications
Geologist in Training Certification (GIT) or Professional Geologist License (PG).
Experience in groundwater protection regulations and policies.
Experience with petroleum remediation, environmental consulting, or subsurface characterization
Familiarity with GIS or groundwater modeling software
Additional Comments
You'll work under the supervision of the Section Manager, with considerable independence in daily tasks, project evaluations, database management, and field activities. Initiative is encouraged-especially in improving rehabilitation efficiency and financial procedures.
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 of partially remote work is available after successful completion of 1 year of employment with the agency, based on position 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 former employee of SCDHEC or SCDES?
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Do you possess a bachelor's degree in geology, hydrogeology, or geological engineering?
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Are you willing to accept a salary within the hiring range of $57,060 - $61,100?
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Will you now or in the future require SCDES sponsorship for employment visa status?
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Do you have experience with and/or have you taken specialized courses in hydrogeology? If yes, please describe.
Required Question
Employer State of South Carolina
Agency SCDES 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.