Job Description

Salary: $58,999.00 - $77,000.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 180635/61008910
Agency: SCDES-Regional & Lab Ops
Opening Date: 09/25/2025
Closing Date: 10/[click to reveal phone number]8/2025 11 :59 PM Eastern
Residency Requirement: No
Class Code:: ED05
Slot Number:: 0000
Position Number:: [click to reveal phone number]61008910
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: GEN08
Hiring Range - Min.: $58,999.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $77,000.00
Opening Date: 09/25/2025
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

This position is in the laboratory of the Analytical and Radiological Environmental Services Division, Environmental Microbiology Laboratory.

• Performs and interprets microbiological tests for samples in the Environmental Microbiology lab.

• Performs microbiology quality control analyses and maintains a current quality assurance manual. Analyzes audit samples within prescribed time period.
• Reviews current SOPs for updates and reads safety manual as needed and annually. Follows all safety procedures.
• Provides technical consultation to lab customers pertaining the microbiology. Validates data for the Environmental Microbiology section.
• Completes all necessary administrative tasks (PCAS, SCEIS related functions, etc.) and documentation as required and requested. Performs job duties as required and requested.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

• A master's degree in microbiology;
• OR a bachelor's degree in microbiology and one year of microbiology experience;
• OR a bachelor's degree in the natural or physical sciences with academic credits in microbiology and two years of microbiology laboratory experience

*Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience in a laboratory setting related to the area of employment.
• Experience with general instrumentation software and Microsoft Office
• Ability to perform scientific mathematical calculations, highly complex tasks, and maintain accurate records
• Ability to communicate effectively with peers, other scientists, and service engineers
• Must prioritize tasks and manage time effectively
• Must be able to adhere to all safety requirements including the wearing of required safety equipment such as eye protection, laboratory coats, and nitrile gloves to assure the safe handling laboratory samples and media daily
• Must stand for long periods of time and lift at least 30 lbs. to countertop level.
• This position requires the strict adherence to approved methods and standard operating procedures for the proper collection of quality and technically defensible data
• This is a laboratory position and as such involves safely working with various types of glassware, the performance of repetitive tasks, and meticulous attention to detail
• Prior to possible selection for this position, candidates will have to attend an in-person interview

Note: If any additional requirements are listed above applicants must also meet those Additional Requirements to be considered for the position.
Preferred Qualifications

• Preference will be given to applicants with working experience in an Environmental Microbiology laboratory
• Applicants meeting preferred qualifications will be given priority consideration over persons who do not meet preferred qualifications
• Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Applications must be accurate and complete.
  Applications must be accurate and complete which includes a complete work history with contact information. The quality of the application submitted will be considered prior to the offer of an interview.

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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Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring. I have read and acknowledge the above statement. ? Yes ? No

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• No

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If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver's license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.

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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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Do you understand that prior to possible selection for this position, candidates will have to attend an in-person interview?

• Yes
• No

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Are you a current DES employee? If yes, please list dates of employment.
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Do you have experience with any type of microbiological water analyses or general microbiology laboratory? If yes, please explain.
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Do you have experience with Standard Operating Procedures? If yes, please describe your experience.
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Please note that this position will require the strict adherence to approved methods and standard operating procedures for the proper collection of quality and legally defensible data. Can you consistently maintain this adherence?

• Yes
• No

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Do you understand that this is a laboratory position and as such involves safely working with various types of glassware, the performance of repetitive tasks, and meticulous attention to detail?

• Yes
• No

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The hiring salary for this position is $58,999. If selected, are you willing to accept the position at this salary?

• Yes
• No

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Job Tags

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