Columbia, South Carolina onsite position for the Audit Calibration and Technical Support Analysis Section Manager within DAQA, directing calibration, maintenance, and QA for ambient air monitoring instruments and sites; bachelor’s degree required; salary range USD 77,713 - 90,500 per year.
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily operations of the section staff, providing supervision and direction.
- Maintain supplies, service contracts, equipment certifications, and related needs to ensure uninterrupted service and complete data sets.
- Coordinate annual training for Regional Field staff or more frequent sessions as required.
- Pursue process improvements and operational efficiencies within the Audit, Calibration and Technical Support section.
- Keep all required documentation current and updated within established timeframes.
- Direct timely equipment repairs and ongoing maintenance, including management of spare units.
- Maintain an accurate inventory database, record new equipment, and update locations as items move.
- Provide professional and technical guidance to agency management, public and private officials, consultants, and industries on ambient air monitor maintenance, operation, and QA requirements.
- Advise management on resources and training necessary to meet section workload.
- Prepare and review reports related to ambient air monitor operation and quality assurance activities.
- Develop, review, and implement Standard Operating Procedures for ambient air analyzers and related equipment.
- Ensure SOP creation and approval within EPA timeframes and conduct annual or more frequent reviews and updates.
- Collect and assess data from ambient air analyzers to evaluate monitor efficiency and adherence to operating procedures.
- Research current developments in instrumentation and analytical techniques applicable to ambient air monitoring.
- Complete the Employee Performance Management System according to Agency guidelines.
- Promote adoption of the SCDES Strategic Plan within the section.
- Complete all necessary administrative tasks (PCAS, SCEIS) and related documentation as required.
- Perform additional duties as requested or required.
Requirements
- Strong technical expertise in ambient air monitoring systems and field operations.
- Experience operating, calibrating, and troubleshooting ambient monitoring equipment.
- Ability to achieve objectives in a timely and professional manner.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with Office 365 applications.
- Experience with QAPPS, SOP development, and field QA/QC practices.
- Ability to exercise considerable judgment in daily duties.
- Effective teamwork skills; ability to foster positive relationships with coworkers, industry partners, and government officials.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Willingness to attend periodic staff meetings and trainings.
- Available to work 37.5 hours per week, with possible weekends and emergencies as required.
- Valid driver’s license and a 10-year driving record meeting State and Agency Fleet guidelines; ability to operate a state vehicle.
Technologies
Benefits
- Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children
- 15 days of vacation leave per year
- 15 days of sick leave per year
- 13 paid holidays per year
- Paid parental leave
- State Deferred Compensation Program
- State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
- State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)
Supplemental Information
The South Carolina Department of Environmental Services is committed to equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including 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
- 15 days annual leave (vacation)
- 15 days sick leave
- 13 paid holidays
- Paid parental leave
- State Deferred Compensation Program available
- State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
- State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)
