Engineer/Engineering Associate III (Office of State Fire Marshal)

Minimum Qualifications Engineer III: A bachelor's degree in Engineering and intermediate-level engineering work experience.

Engineering Associate III: A bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Construction Science and Management and intermediate-level engineering or construction management work experience.

Registration in South Carolina as a "A" Professional Engineer, Engineer-In-Training, and/or Certified Fire Marshal.

Certified as an ICC Fire Inspector I Certified as a Fire Plans Examiner Requires extensive knowledge of the principles and practices of engineering as applied to building construction, planning, design, and maintenance.

Knowledge of state laws, rules and regulations pertaining to construction and renovation of buildings.

Ability to communicate complex design criteria to state and local code officials, and construction related professionals.

Ability to interpret codes, laws and standards as applied to specific situations.

Ability to successfully and effectively communicate, both orally and in writing.

Other Requirements If not previously certified, must become certified as an ICC Fire Inspector I and Fire Plans Examiner within six (6) months.

Position will primarily telecommute but will occasionally be required to conduct or assist with field inspections and report to a central or regional office.

Occasional work outside of normal office hours, including holidays and weekends may be required.

Occasional travel (local and overnight).

Must be able to drive a state or personal vehicle to complete assigned job duties.

• Engineer III: A bachelor's degree in Engineering and intermediate-level engineering work experience.
• Engineering Associate III: A bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Construction Science and Management and intermediate-level engineering or construction management work experience.

• Registration in South Carolina as a "A" Professional Engineer, Engineer-In-Training, and/or Certified Fire Marshal.
• Certified as an ICC Fire Inspector I
• Certified as a Fire Plans Examiner
• Requires extensive knowledge of the principles and practices of engineering as applied to building construction, planning, design, and maintenance.
• Knowledge of state laws, rules and regulations pertaining to construction and renovation of buildings.
• Ability to communicate complex design criteria to state and local code officials, and construction related professionals.
• Ability to interpret codes, laws and standards as applied to specific situations.
• Ability to successfully and effectively communicate, both orally and in writing.

• If not previously certified, must become certified as an ICC Fire Inspector I and Fire Plans Examiner within six (6) months.
• Position will primarily telecommute but will occasionally be required to conduct or assist with field inspections and report to a central or regional office.
• Occasional work outside of normal office hours, including holidays and weekends may be required.
• Occasional travel (local and overnight).
• Must be able to drive a state or personal vehicle to complete assigned job duties.

Benefits Offered The South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes: Health, dental, vision, long term disability, and life insurance for employee, spouse, and children 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year 15 days sick leave per year 13 paid holidays Paid Parental Leave State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs

The South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• Health, dental, vision, long term disability, and life insurance for employee, spouse, and children
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays

• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs

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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